Latest news & announcements

The Much Hadham Neighbourhood planning Referendum will take place on 23 June.
Published 17th May 2022

We are pleased to announce that the swimming pool at Hartham Leisure Centre will re-open to the public on 20 May.
Published 13th May 2022

It’s mental health awareness week and to help support mental health across the district, East Herts Council is introducing ‘Chatter Benches’ into four of its parks: Southern Country, Pishiobury Park, Castle Park and Hartham Common.
Published 13th May 2022

East Herts Council elected a new chairman at the Annual Council meeting last night (Wednesday, 11 May).
Published 12th May 2022

Fly-tipped waste has cost an Essex man over £7000 following a successful East Herts Council prosecution.
Published 27th April 2022

The council is appealing for information to help track down illegal fly-tippers following a spate of recent incidents.
Published 27th April 2022

Over 700 people attended guided tours at Grange Paddocks on Saturday for a rare opportunity to see artefacts that date back to Roman times, uncovered as part of the archaeological excavations undertaken for the footprint of the new 3G football pitch. Around a further 300 people dropped by to view the findings on display.
Published 26th April 2022

The voluntary work of town and parish councils was celebrated on Saturday (23 April) at a garden party hosted by Chairman of East Herts Council, Councillor Ken Crofton.
Published 25th April 2022

The council has set out its priorities for tackling climate change locally in a new strategy published today.
Published 21st April 2022

Pishiobury Park received a special delivery yesterday when a new hand carved wooden sculpture, of a Longhorn cow, was put into position in the picnic area ready for young children to climb and explore in natural play.
Published 14th April 2022

Network Homes press release:
New residents will be moving into their brand-new homes soon as Network Homes and East Herts Council mark a key milestone in the delivery of 102 affordable homes in Sele Farm, Hertford.
New residents will be moving into their brand-new homes soon as Network Homes and East Herts Council mark a key milestone in the delivery of 102 affordable homes in Sele Farm, Hertford.
Published 12th April 2022

The re-development and modernisation of Hartham Leisure Centre enters its main phase of construction this week as the front of the old building is demolished, enabling construction of the extension to begin; making way for the additional studio space, state of the art gym, new soft play facility and terrace style café that will open out onto Hartham Common.
Published 1st April 2022

East Herts Council has been shortlisted for a prestigious honour at the MJ Local Government Achievement Awards 2022.
Published 1st April 2022

Businesses will have the chance to come together this spring through a new series of free online workshops and in person networking events.
Published 31st March 2022

- 150 local organisations registered
- £120,893.40 fundraised for local good causes
- £28,775 paid in prize winnings
The East Herts Lottery - set up by the council to help local charities, voluntary organisations, sports clubs and community groups to generate extra funding – started in 2019 and since then 150 local causes have registered, generating over £120,000 in fundraising income.
- £120,893.40 fundraised for local good causes
- £28,775 paid in prize winnings
The East Herts Lottery - set up by the council to help local charities, voluntary organisations, sports clubs and community groups to generate extra funding – started in 2019 and since then 150 local causes have registered, generating over £120,000 in fundraising income.
Published 29th March 2022

The Great British Spring Clean takes place this month and there’s plenty of ways for East Herts residents to get involved.
Published 16th March 2022

Hertford Theatre’s £24million Growth And Legacy Development, to transform the theatre into a thriving hub for arts and culture, reaches a significant milestone today as East Herts Council announces that the contract has been granted to award winning national contractor, and Hertfordshire based, GPF Lewis.
Published 15th March 2022

- council staff and leaders cross arms in solidarity
- professional bid writing support for female sport grants
- free online events supporting women in business
- professional bid writing support for female sport grants
- free online events supporting women in business
Published 8th March 2022

Popular outdoor market, Street Food Heroes makes an exciting return to Hertford this month.
Published 8th March 2022

East Herts approved its budget for the next financial year (2022/23) at a meeting of Full Council on Tuesday (1 March).
Published 3rd March 2022