Watford’s Draft Local Plan

 

Want to know more about Watford’s first draft Local Plan which sets out how our town will develop up to 2036?  Come along to one of Watford Council public exhibitions.

The nearest drop in session for Meriden Residents is on Tuesday 22nd October at the Meriden Community Centre from 5pm – 7pm.


 

Litter Pick

 

DUE TO BAD WEATHER, OUR LITTER PICK HAS BEEN CANCELLED/POSTPONED.


 

Information evening

 

Hertfordshire Constabulary and local Community Safety Partnerships are working with local schools to host an information evening for parents, carers and the wider community on Monday 21st October at West Herts College.

Refreshments will be available from 6.30pm and the session will start at 7pm.

During the evening you will here from guest speakers who will talk about; Gangs, County lines, Knife crime, Social media and positive choices.  

To book your place email: WHTYouth@herts.pnn.police.uk


 

Plant for peace

 

Watford Interfaith Association invite you to The Peace Garden in Cassiobury Park, for two days of planting for peace.  The first is Wednesday 16th October from 10am – 12 noon. 

You are welcome to plant your own bulbs, it is suggested flowers such as Narcissus, Primrose, Iris, Pansies or Snowdrops.

For more information call 07973 36689, email wifasec@aol.com 


 

Leavesden Hospital History

 

Visit the Leavesden HIVE to see memorabilia, artefacts and to learn more about the history of Leavesden hospital that once stood in Leavesden Country Park.  The next session is Monday 28th October from 10am – 3pm. 

Future sessions:

  • Monday 28th October 

 

International Older Person’s Day

 

It’s International Older Person’s Day on Thursday 3rd October from 11am – 3pmWatford & Three Riers Trust are holding a Feathers ‘n’ Fedoras themed event at Bushey Sports Club, so get your tickets now for a fun filled day!

Over 55’s all welcome – Tickets £15.  To book call 01923 216967


 

Random Cafe – volunteering

 

Would you like to volunteer with the Random Cafe?  There are several ways in which you can get involved;

  • Helping with food collections
  • accounting
  • Set or clear up the cafe
  • Fundraising
  • Helping in the cafe

If you have some spare time and would like to help out please get in touch with the Random cafe by emailing: randomcafeuk@gmail.com or calling 07961 534275 or go to their website https://randomcafewatford.com/


 

Meriden Community Choir

 

Meriden Community Choir is on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month.  The next evening is November 14th at the Meriden Community Centre from 8pm – 9pm.

Come along and sing! No previous experience required. Just a love of singing!

Just £1 – everyone is welcome. (15 years +) For more information email meridenchoir@gmail.com


 

Watford Football Club – Match Day Parking

 

 Cancelled

Watford Football Club have a home match on Saturday 14th March against Leicester City (Kick off  12.30pm).   Parking restrictions will be enforced and traffic delays can be expected before and after the match.

The police will close of the section of Vicarage Road, between the junction with Fearnley Street and the junction with Harwoods Road.  This will be for a period before and after the match.

Further information about fixtures and other activities at Vicarage Road Stadium, can be found on the Watford Football Club website