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Skateboarding courses at Roller City

Following on from the success of our BIG Summer Skate Jams earlier this year, Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council has teamed up with ABC Skateboarding to give local youngsters the chance to try out the newest Olympic sport.

Santa Claus is coming to (Hatfield) town

Ho, Ho, Ho, Hatfield had better watch out - Santa Claus is coming to town!

Free men's weight management course returns to Welwyn Hatfield

Welwyn Hatfield men can 'Shape Up' in the New Year, thanks to a free programme run by Watford Football Club's Community Trust in partnership with Herts County Council, Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council and the Premier League.

Council takes back house over tenancy fraud

A council house that was illegally sub-let has been taken back by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council following a court ruling.

Dragon Boat Racing comes to Stanborough for WGC centenary

Entries are now open for sports clubs, community groups and local businesses in Welwyn Garden City to take part in a spectacular Dragon Boat Racing Festival at Stanborough Park next July as part of the town's centenary celebrations.

Victorian Christmas Fair at Mill Green

Step back in time at Mill Green's annual Victorian Christmas Fair this Sunday (24 November), from 2-5pm.

Hatfield regeneration continues at pace

The council has submitted planning applications for the redevelopment of two key sites in Hatfield, marking an exciting next step in its town centre regeneration plans.

Christmas lights switch-on events in Welwyn Hatfield

It's almost the most wonderful time of the year, which means the details for this year's Christmas lights switch-on events can be revealed.

Plans released for new town centre multi-storey

The council's development partner, Bourne Parking, has submitted a planning application for a new multi-storey car park to unlock key town centre space in Hatfield for redevelopment.

HatTech business centre update

Work on our new HatTech business centre will begin later this month.

Remembrance Sunday services in Welwyn Hatfield

Remembrance Sunday will be commemorated by special services held in Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City and Welwyn village on Sunday 10 November.

First young people's mental health and wellbeing conference held in borough

Over 200 young people, parents, carers and teaching professionals attended the borough's first Positive Youthful Minds conference on Wednesday (30 October).

Work starts on Splashlands

A ground-breaking event on Wednesday (30 October) marked the start of construction on the new adventure and splash play area at Stanborough Park, Welwyn Garden City.

October 2019

News stories from in and around Welwyn Hatfield in October 2019.

First young people's mental health and wellbeing conference held in borough

Over 200 young people, parents, carers and teaching professionals attended the borough's first Positive Youthful Minds conference on Wednesday (30 October).

Work starts on Splashlands

A ground-breaking event on Wednesday (30 October) marked the start of construction on the new adventure and splash play area at Stanborough Park, Welwyn Garden City.

Council set to progress the redevelopment of Queensway House site

Cabinet will be asked to approve a report on Tuesday (5 November) recommending the council move forward with plans to demolish and redevelop Queensway House.

Possession of property linked to murder

Welwyn Hatfield Borough has obtained a possession order for a council property in Hatfield, after it was linked to a fatal stabbing.

September 2019

News stories from in and around Welwyn Hatfield in September 2019.

Consultation launches on Peartree conservation

Residents are being asked to have their say on proposals aimed at preserving the heritage of the Peartree area in Welwyn Garden City.

Council to consider new powers to crack down on fly-tipping

Welwyn Hatfield Borough is reminding people to check for waste carrier licences as it considers the introduction of new powers to reduce fly-tipping.

Nominations open for Welwyn Hatfield Civic Awards

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Welwyn Hatfield Civic Awards which celebrate the extraordinary commitment and inspirational achievements of local people.