The River Lea Art Trail, an installation of eleven upcycled and artistically decorated benches lining the towpath between Hertford and Ware, has been completed following the installation of two benches in Little Hartham (Hertford) that overlook a popular and picturesque riverside scene.
East Herts Council is celebrating today after receiving Green Flag Awards for Castle Park (Bishop’s Stortford), Southern Country Park (Bishop’s Stortford) and The Ridgeway (Hertford). These awards come as the internationally recognised standard for parks and green spaces celebrates its 30th year.
East and North Herts Councils are saying a big thank you to residents for making the new waste and recycling service change a huge success! One year on from the changes, new figures reveal a significant increase in recycling, and a substantial reduction in non-recyclable waste across both districts.
Today (16 July 2026) the Government announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Hertfordshire, confirming it will create four new unitary councils, subject to parliamentary approval.
For the second consecutive year East Herts Council will mark Love Parks Week at Castle Park in Bishop’s Stortford, following last year’s well-enjoyed festivities. Residents are invited to join the celebrations on Thursday, 30 July from 12PM until 3PM.
The East Herts Community Safety Partnership (CSP) will be supporting this year’s ASB (Anti-social behaviour) Awareness Week campaign between Monday, 29 June and Tuesday, 6 July.
East Herts Council and Hertfordshire County Council have adopted a new Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) for the district, which will help make it easier, safer and more enjoyable to walk, wheel and cycle in East Herts, whether for work or for leisure.