Teddy Bears’ Picnic comes to Hatfield Town Centre

The event, organised by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, is on from 11am until 2pm in White Lion Square. It’s free, and there’s no need to book in advance, but the ‘bear necessities’ will be needed – namely your cuddliest teddy!

There will be a Storyteller ready to captivate the children with magical tales and to make the afternoon even more special, Britain’s favourite bear will be making a special appearance in the Square! The marmalade-loving bear will be available for photos with young visitors, so don’t forget your camera!

And that’s not all! To add to the fun, there will also be a children’s entertainer, outdoor games, dancing, and magic.  Parents and guardians are encouraged to bring mats/blankets and a packed lunch (marmalade sandwiches optional!).

Cllr Max Holloway, Leader of the Council and Executive Member, Economic Development and Climate Change, said: “I am delighted that we are bringing this special event to Hatfield Town Centre as part of our summer series of activities. This promises to be a wonderful experience for little ones and their families, with a variety of things to do as well as the chance to meet the marmalade sandwich loving bear. 

“Supporting our vibrant town centres is a key priority for the council and events like this not only create memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike but also boost footfall and provide valuable support to local businesses. Keep an eye on our calendar on the One Welwyn Hatfield website for more events taking place this year!”

The event will be running alongside the popular Hatfield market and visitors can take advantage of up to three hours free parking in the town centre’s The Common multi-storey car park.

This event is part of Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council’s summer events programme and funded through the UK shared prosperity fund (UKSPF), a government initiative supporting town centre investment and local businesses.

To see all the upcoming events this summer, visit the One Welwyn Hatfield website at – https://one.welhat.gov.uk/events