Courses & Activities
Please find below a list of all the courses/activities we currently have running. Please visit this page regularly for updated information, to ensure you're not missing out on anything!
Click on the BLUE text for more information
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Learn in Herts
Discover the range of adult and family learning in Hertfordshire - www.webenrol.com/hertfordshire |
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NEW Domestic Abuse Support Group (105KB)
Come and get confidential support from people with similar experiences. |
On-going |
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Parenting Courses (82KB)
A full range of parenting courses on offer between September and December 2010. Click here for the parenting courses booking form. |
Sept - Dec 2010 |
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Get into….. Sport for Young People with Disabilities (715KB)
Herts Phoenix is running a FREE Disability Athletics Club at Gosling Sports Park (down on the track) every Tuesday starting 15th June. Open to all Children from Years 6 upwards.
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Starting
June 2010 |
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Health Eating Roadshows (140KB)
Change is more fun when we all do it together! Come along and see how to cook some easy, delicious family meals, sample some healthy snacks, receive a goodie bag and find out how to Change4Life! Activities available for the children.
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July & August |
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NEW SNIPS (Special Needs Information and Parenting Support(298KB)
Support for parents and carers of school age children with additional needs. Click here for the Autumn Term 2010 programme. |
On-going |
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Surviving Parenthood Drop-In (216KB)
Are you at the end of your tether? Have things at home got out of control? Do you need someone to speak to? Come and meet our Parenting Advisors in a very relaxed, informal and small group. Click here for the Surviving Parenthood Leaflet and information about 1-2-1 sessions. |
On-going |
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NEW Keeping Up With The Children ... in Numeracy (111KB)
This free, 15 week course will look in-depth at how Maths is taught in schools, how children learn and how parents can support their children at home. A variety of strategies will be used, including games. Learners will have the opportunity to improve their numeracy skills and get an up-to-date qualification by taking either the Level 1 or Level 2 National Test in Maths (optional).
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Starting
Tuesday
14th September |
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NEW Fun with Numbers (185KB)
A special time to work with your child. Want to learn about games and activities to help your child with their number skills? Want to work alongside your child helping with their maths? Want to brush up on your own maths skills? A free 15 week course.
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Starting
Thursday
16th September |
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NEW Making English Fun (77KB)
A free, 4 week course looking at how English is taught in schools, how children learn and how parents can support their children at home.
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Starting
Thursday
30th September |
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NEW Support for Mums & Dads of children with Special Needs or Disabilities (119KB)
A free 6 week course looking at emotions of having a child with additional needs, challenges facing parents, effects on relationships, siblings and wider family, solutions and strategies to lessen isolation and stress, and how to work successfully with professionals.
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Starting
Monday
4th October |
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NEW Keeping up with the Children in ... Literacy (81KB)
This free, 15 week course will look in-depth at how Literacy is taught in schools, how children learn and how parents can support their children at home. A variety of strategies will be used, including games. Learners will have the opportunity to improve their literacy skills and get an up-to-date qualification by taking either the Level 1 or Level 2 National Test in English (optional).
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Starting
Thursday
4th November |
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NEW Prepare to Change (73KB)
A free, 6 week course introducing you to the techniques to build your confidence, set goals and attain them and knowing when to be assertive. Write a winning CV and covering letter, interview and presentation skills and search for job opportunities using the internet. |
Starting
Thursday
4th November |
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Volunteer Recruitment Day (157KB)
Parentline Plus are now recruiting volunteers for their helpline, to join one of their call taker training courses starting September in Hatfield. Find out more about Parentline Call Takers by clicking here. |
On-going |
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NEW British Sign Language (4KB)
Would you like to learn sign language? |
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NEW Toddle Inn Coffee & Cake (496KB)
For parents of children just starting or going back to school.
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Mondy & Tuesday
6th & 7th
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SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
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Free Swimming at Hatfield Swim Centre (496KB)
Click here for your application form. |
Summer Hols |
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ArtSkool-Kids (40KB)
Art activities throughout the summer holidays. |
Summer Hols |
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Brazilian Soccor Schools (326KB)
The Brazilian Soccer Schools (BSS) teach children from 5-18 years how to develop their touch, technique, skill, passing and dribbling moves to make each a child a more complete, all-round football player. Summer holiday courses. |
Summer Hols |
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Wildchild Activities for the Summer Holidays (122KB) |
Summer Hols |
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Creswick Children’s Centre Summer Holiday Activities (476KB) |
Summer Hols |
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Hertfordshire's GOT TALENT (1.4M)
Whether you're a singer, dancer, juggler, comedian or rock star in the making, we're looking for the very best talent Hertfordshire has to offer. |
Summer Hols |
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Play Rangers (2MB)
Free activities for 8 - 11 year olds across the WelHat area during August. |
August |
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The Really Wild Adventure Playscheme (320KB)
Free outdoor activities for children 8 years of age and upwards. |
Summer Hols |
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ActOne Summer Workshops (291KB)
All the workshops are inclusive and integrate disabled and non disabled children and young people through dance theatre. Our current summer workshops are for ages 10+ |
Summer Hols |
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Summer Drumming Festival (172KB)
For children with disabilities and their families. Have fun exploring the world of rhythm and drumming plus professionals from multi agencies available for advice. |
Friday
23rd July |
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Animal Fun (48KB)
Inclusive Music and Art Workshop for disabled young people and their siblings aged 5-11. This workshop is an opportunity for children of all abilities to learn and experience new skills, make new friends and have fun!
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Thursday
29th July |
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Walk on the Wild Side (96KB)
Take a walk on the wild side around The Commons Nature Reserve with Neale Holmes-Smith from the Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust Learn about its fauna & flora, view the charcoal burner, paddle in the stream, marvel at the rare fen, be astonished by the 4 acre bird table and meet the resident sheep!
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Saturday
31st July |
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Multi-Sports Camp @ Mount Grace School (205KB)
Football * Tag Rugby * Netball * Basketball * Cricket * Tennis * Softball * Rounders * Ultimate Frisbee * & more!
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2nd - 6th August |
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Splash & Chat (94KB)
WGC Extended Schools invite you and your children to use the Panshanger Primary School swimming pool for free. You can relax, have a chat and a cuppa while your children
have fun in the water. |
Tuesday
4th August |
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Creswick Dance Workshop (115KB)
Dance workshop in Street dance, Cheerleading and Musical Theatre. |
August
2010 |
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Summer Activity Club in Potters Bar (64KB)
Arts & crafts activities for children aged 5 years and upwards.
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9th - 27th August |
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Rucksnmauls (1.6M)
Learn how to play rugby the Southern Hemisphere way with Rucksnmauls. Coming to Welwyn Rugby Club this summer! Through a combination of the latest coaching methods and techniques developed in the southern hemisphere, players are able to develop their knowledge, ability and overall enjoyment of the game, as well as getting a good work out at the same time! |
16th-20th
August
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Adrenaline High! (273KB)
Test your wits and skills in a range of fun challenges, including a climbing wall, archery, water wars, mega-skiing, coconut tree climb and much more! Taking place at Well End Activity Centre.
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16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th August |
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ZAUK - The Lifestyle Festival (399KB)
7's rugby tournament, cross-bar challenge, live music, children's rugby coaching, children's rides and play area, and loads more!
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Saturday
21st August |
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De Havilland Kidz Club (44KB)
Come and join in the fun at our holiday club this summer. Welcoming children from the age of 2 to 11 years. Offering families the opportunity to stay together. Open from 8am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday. |
All
summer |
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Saracens Summer Cheer Camps (329KB)
Dance your way through the summer with the Saracens Sensations. 2 day intensive dance camps focusing on dance, jumps, cheers and stunts. |
All
summer |
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Junior Sports Camps at Hertfordshire Sports Village (201KB) |
All
summer |
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Summer Holiday Information from other local areas.
Beane Valley Children's Centre,
Watton-at-Stone, Hertford
Holiday Club
North Herts Summer Brochure (6M)
A guide of activities for children and young people aged 0 - 19 years.
Potters Bar & South Mimms Summer 2010 Brochure (2M)
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ON-GOING COURSES & ACTIVITIES
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NEW Breakout (836KB)
A new youth project for young people with moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Sport, music, arts & crafts, computers, relaxing with friends, etc.
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On-going |
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African Drumming and Dance Club for 8 - 16 year olds (270KB)
With support from Welwyn Hatfield District Children’s Trust Partnership, WHEM Group in partnership with the Zimbabwe Community Group Hertfordshire and Kingdom Light Centre (Church) will be running free African Drumming and Dance sessions for children/young people who live or school in and around Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City. Click here for a registration form.
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On-going |
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The Paper Trail (75KB)
Did you know that The Paper Trail run a range of free adult and family learning activities, including drop-in sessions? Find out more by clicking here. |
On-going |
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Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies (971KB)
Lots of different courses to help you get started with researching your family tree. |
2010 |
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AS Friends Support Group (548KB)
For mums, dads, carers & grandparents of children with autism or communication difficulties.
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3rd Monday
of the month |
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Young Mums Drop In (182KB)
Birchwood Children’s Centre, Hatfield.
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Mondays |
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Fit in Body & Mind (349KB)
A variety of exercise, dance, sport, art & social activities take place each week at Campus West & Vineyard Barn in Welwyn Garden City and Jim MacDonald Centre in Hatfield. Classes are suitable for all ages. |
On-going |
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Parents Drop-In(298KB)
Support for parents and carers of school age children with additional needs. Click here for the Summer Term 2010 programme. |
On-going |
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Dads & Children’s Stay & Play Session at Howe Dell Children's Centre (254KB)
A friendly environment for Dads & their children to
play together. The sessions provide all the usual
favourite activities including singing, sand, water,
outdoor play, craft activities and much more!
Enjoy a healthy breakfast together. |
Starting
Saturday
20th February |
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SaturDads at Tenterfield Children's Centre (135KB)
Dads, Granddads, Uncles Welcome -
All male carers and children under 5 welcome. Creative activities, good quality resources and outdoor play area available. Bacon butties and a cup of tea provided. Friendly and informal atmosphere for you to spend
some quality time with your children. |
Saturday
19th September
then
every third Saturday of each month |
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Saturday Morning Dads at Birchwood Children's Centre (424KB)
Dads, Uncles, Guardians and Grandads come and join us, with your
children / grandchildren, on a Saturday morning for fun activities. |
One Saturday
every month |
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SaturDads with Oak Tree & Creswick Children's Centres (485KB)
Starts Saturday 20th September. Dads, Grandads, Uncles welcome! All male carers and their under 8 children welcome. Creative activities, good quality resources and outdoor play space available. Bacon butties and a cup of tea provided. Friendly informal atmosphere for you to share some quality time with the children. |
Last Saturday of each month |
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Grandparent & Toddler Group (300KB)
Enjoy a cuppa and a chat with other Grandparents whilst the Grandchildren play. |
Every Monday |
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Train for Your Future (52KB)
Are you out of work? Would you like to improve your skills? Would you like to gain work experience to enhance your C.V.? Workshops and work experience placements to help you gain confidence, meet new contacts, improve in interviews, be inspired etc. |
On-going |
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Art Group for Retired People (56KB)
Are you Retired? Like to Meet New People? Want to Stay Active? |
Every Monday |
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Minerva’s Mind for Mums (198KB)
Do you ever feel you have no space to think; wonder what happened to your identity as an individual; think what's next now my kids are at school? If you find yourself saying yes to any of the above then Minerva’s Mind for Mums club is just what you are seeking. |
On-going |
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Pomegranate Cafe (257KB)
What's happening locally? Help with filling out forms. Advice on accessing services. Cup of tea and a chat! |
Every
Wednesday |
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Oak Tree Children's Centre (428KB)
Find out what's going on at Oak Tree Children's Centre |
On-going |
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MagiKats (506KB)
Individual Maths and English programmes to suit your child, from preschool to GCSE. |
On-going |
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Lakeside School Multi-Sports Club (834KB)
A sports club for children aged 8-13 with learning difficulties
offering a wide range of exciting and challenging
indoor and outdoor sporting activities. |
On-going |
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Disability Trampolining (491KB)
Open to all participants regardless
of disability. |
Sundays |
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Toddle Inn-clusive (163KB)
A baby and toddler group with tactile,b
sensory and creative activities for
children aged 0-5 of all abilities. Morning and afternoon sessions.
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Sept 2009 –
Feb 2010 |
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YMCA Works Wonders (264KB)
Improve your skills and confidence in cv writing; communication; interview techniques; completing application forms.
We can help and assist you look for
employment.....and its FREE. |
Mondays
&
Thursdays |
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YMCA Computer Courses (67KB)
A variety of low priced computer courses from the YMCA. |
On-going |
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Health Promotion Campaigns 2009-2010 (79KB)
Lots of different themed activities taking place from now until next year. |
On-going |
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Sibling Club (39KB)
@ Breakspeare School |
From
14th January 2010 |
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Face Your On-line Fears (68KB)
Never been on line before? Want to know how to send your grandchildren an e mail or search on Google but don't know how? Are you terrified of computers, but would like to be able to over come your fears? If so why not join us for an one hour free taster session? |
Thursdays |
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Hatfield Toy Library (203KB)
A chance to meet other
parents/carers/children
in a friendly environment and to try out new toys! |
Every Wednesday |
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YMCA 50+ Basic Computer Class (30KB)
For beginners and beyond. |
Every
Wednesday |
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University of Hertfordshire
Upcoming events. The University provides a stimulating, entertaining arts programme, not just for University of Hertfordshire students and staff, but for members of the local community, including children. Click here to find out more. |
On-going |
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Volunteers Needed for SNAP Herts. (66KB)
SNAP Hertfordshire Ltd are looking for volunteers this summer to help run our holiday playschemes in Hemel Hempstead, St. Albans Hatfield & Welwyn Garden City. |
On-going |
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Lakeside School Swimming Club (176KB)
For children of all ages with a physical disability. Classes run by an experienced swimming teacher. Child must be accompanied. Sorry no siblings. |
On-going |
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Dolphins (16KB)
A support group for parents of children with
special needs in WGC, Hatfield and the
surrounding areas. Click here for the Dolphins leaflet with more information..
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First Friday of the Month |
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Scottish Country & Highland Dancing (732KB)
Held in St. Albans. |
Mondays
Thursdays
Fridays |
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Band Factory (302KB)
Want to learn an instructment?
Want to be in a band?
Want help songwriting?
Want to get a recording?
Group lessons in Guitar, Bass, Drums, Singing, Keyboards and more from local professional musicians. |
On-Going |
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Breakaway (144KB)
Are you under 21 with young children or expecting
your first baby? If so, this group is for you! |
Every Friday |
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W@eva (139KB)
Youth Club for School Years 6-10 |
1st & 3rd Friday of every month |
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Spectrum Girls Social Club (300KB)
Spectrum Girls is a social group for high functioning autistic / aspergers' girls of all ages. The Club provides an opportunity to become a member and access the Members List so that Spectrum Girls can find penpals, cybermates and/or join the group at social events at Oak Tree Children's Centre, Holwell Road, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 3RO, monthly.
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On-going |
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Hertfordshire Music Service (225KB)
Find out about all the different types of Family Music Workshops available |
On-going |
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The Howard Centre Activities
The Howard Centre have teamed up with Welwyn Hatfield Council to bring you some brilliant events especially laid on for your little ones and the best thing is it's all FREE! Click HERE for more info. |
On-going |
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