Fun for all the family this summer!

Great Big Green Week

Great Big Green Week picks up the eco theme from 7 to 15 June. Organised by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council (WHBC) and reflecting its commitment to taking action on Climate Change, the Council has organised a packed programme of fun, free events around this year’s theme, ‘Let’s swap together for good’. Many sessions will focus on the benefits of exchanging items, skills and ideas to reduce waste and promote sustainability.

Activities include:

Saturday 7 June:

•  Free Dr Bike repair and police bike marking sessions from 11am–1pm in Welwyn Garden City (Howard Centre) and 2pm to 4pm at the White Lion Square (Hatfield).

Monday 9 June:

•  Creating a Space for Nature’ talks and seed swap at the Council Chambers, 7pm to 8:30pm. Talks by Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust and WHBC, plus seed swapping and refreshments. Book your place.

Tuesday 10 June:

•  Lunch time yoga for beginners on the green in Howardsgate, Welwyn Garden City Town Centre, 12.15 to1pm – all abilities welcome, just bring a yoga mat, blanket or towel and water with you.
• Walk and Talk at Tewin Greens Market Garden, 10am to 11am. There will be a guided tour of the garden, beginning with a brief history of how the garden was established, followed by an explanation of the vegetable-growing process. More information and to book your place.

Saturday 14 June:

•  Seed planting workshop at the Howard Centre where you can plant your own seeds in a pot to take away – followed by a clothes swap, 11am to 3pm, also at the Howard Centre – bring and swap pre-loved clothing. No booking needed for either event, just drop by.

Keep up to date with the latest events and information for Great Big Green Week on our website.

This Girl Can Week

Sport England’s national campaign to inspire women and girls to take up or rediscover different sporting activities returns to Welwyn Hatfield from Monday 9 to Sunday 15 June!

With over 50 sessions of all different sports and activities available, there’s something for everyone and all ability levels, including:

Tuesday 10 June:

• Skateboarding – girls under 16, at King George V Playing Fields, WGC, 5pm to 6pm, equipment provided, just bring water and a sun hat.
   
• Skateboarding for Women aged 16+. King George V Playing Fields, WGC. 6pm to7pm.

Wednesday 11 June:

• Martial Arts – Taekwondo (ITF style), for all ages (5 years +); Applecroft School, WGC, 6pm to 6.50pm.

Thursday 12 June:

• Introduction to climbing – One hour taster session, Herts Sports Village, Hatfield Business Park, Hatfield. 7.30pm to 8.30pm.

Saturday 14 June:

• Bowls Taster Event – The Playing Fields, Ottway Walk, Welwyn. Free; 10am to midday.

Find out more about all of the activities on offer during This Girl Can Week.

Hatfield Town Centre events

In addition to all of these activities, there are fun town centre events planned for Hatfield Town Centre. So, roll up, roll up to join the fun in Hatfield Town Centre for Circus Skills on 14 June from 10.30am to 2.30pm, when visitors can try their hand at plate spinning, diablos, juggling, unicycling, and stilt walking, with help from the professionals. Plus, enjoy some funky face painting.

Then, on Saturday 28 June, Hatfield Town Centre plays host to Summer Fun – an event packed with tropical delights courtesy of WHBC and funded by UKSPF*.  The day will include face painting, a mini-disco, bubble sessions, mini-foam machine and a special guest appearance from Stitch of Lilo and Stitch!  Don your brightest summer gear and enjoy a day bursting with colourful fun!

BIG Summer

As well as the events in June, BIG Summer will be back from 28 July to 17 August with lots of fun activities for children, teenagers and adults to enjoy.  Last year saw more than 200 activities and this year is set to be bigger and better than ever!

Check out the BIG Summer event calendar which will be live soon on the One Welwyn Hatfield website.

Hatfield Community Fair

Hatfield Community Fair returns on 12 August, 11am to 3pm.  This community event offers an opportunity for visitors to connect with local diverse organisations, charities and community groups, providing a wide range of support services. Lots of free activities on offer for children including the climbing wall, facepainting and pump track.  More information about the Fair will be published on the One Welwyn Hatfield website nearer the time.

Councillor Jane Quinton, Deputy Leader of the Council and Executive Member for Leisure and Community said:

It is wonderful that there are so many different activities happening across the Borough this summer.  There really is something for everyone.  I know that many events will be popular so if you need to book a place for an event, book your space now to avoid disappointment.  Thanks to all of the officers at WHBC who are responsible for organised the events and thank you as well to our partner organisations.