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September 4, 2026

100 free pizzas to be given out in three hours' time as pizzeria launches

Good Morning Hertfordshire — 2026-09-04

The grand opening of new Radlett pizza spot Stan's will see 100 free slices given away in three hours’ time.
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100 free pizzas to be given out in three hours' time as pizzeria launches

100 free pizzas to be given out in three hours' time as pizzeria launches

• The grand opening of new Radlett pizza spot Stan's will see 100 free slices given away in three hours’ time.

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Hertfordshire takes its name from Hertford; the county grew around routes, markets and river crossings north of London.
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