Hertfordshire school term dates for pupils and parents in 2026 and 2027

• Now that children across Hertfordshire have returned to school after the summer holidays, here are the key county council term dates for autumn 2026 and the spring and summer terms in 2027.

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St Albans & Harpenden Review - News · Local news · yesterday Arrests made as police launch investigation into suspected arson attacks • Police are investigating a series of suspected arson attacks at a derelict building in Luton, with two people arrested.

St Albans & Harpenden Review - News · Local news · yesterday Major warehouse blaze named 'accidental' as investigation continues • A major blaze at the Malibu Sun warehouse in Ventura Park, Colney Street, has been labelled “accidental”.

St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday Harpenden farmer who fought to walk again backs farm safety campaign • A Harpenden farmer who was told there was a 75 per cent chance he would never walk again after being crushed by hay bales has spoken of his determination to return to full fitness. • Will Dickinson hopes his story will inspire others to prioritise their wellbeing as he supports the.

St Albans Times · Local news · yesterday Sing yourself happy: The new men’s choir making waves in Harpenden • If you have noticed an extra spring in the step of local men on Tuesday mornings, there is a good reason for it. • Launched earlier this year by local choir director and vocal coach Tim Armstrong-Taylor, the Southdown Men’s Singing Group is flourishing, and the choir is now throwing open.

Herts Advertiser · Local news · yesterday HATCH founder soft launches new 'London style Caff' in St Albans • The founder of HATCH has soft launched a new "London style Caff" called Morning Affairs in St Albans city centre.

Watford Observer - leisure · Events · yesterday 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.

Watford Observer - leisure · Events · yesterday TV antiques experts to host valuation events across Hertfordshire • Simon Schneider and Mark Stevens, known for their appearances on ITV’s Dickinson’s Real Deal, will be visiting Letchworth, Stevenage, and Harpenden.

What's on: next 14 days

A quick-view of 17 priority public listings from 17 tracked events over the next 14 days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

4 Sep–11 Dec · St Albans MuseumsMuseum Minis at St Albans Museum + Gallery

6 Sep–20 Dec · St Albans MuseumsSunday Crafternoon at St Albans Museum + Gallery

4 Sep–7 Sep · St Albans MuseumsA Beginner's Guide to Francis Bacon

11 Sep–31 Jan 2027 · St Albans MuseumsAccessories

4 Sep–3 Dec · St Albans MuseumsBack in the Day Café

4 Sep–20 Sep · St Albans MuseumsDraw With Rob

5 Sep–6 Sep · St Albans MuseumsHerts Visual Arts present Herts Open Studios

4 Sep–14 Dec · St Albans MuseumsMessy Monday Mornings

9 Sep–4 Nov · St Albans MuseumsTown Hall Tours

6 Sep · The Alban ArenaAdam Garcia’s Emerald Storm

4 Sep · The Alban ArenaChuckl. With Sara Pascoe and Special Guests

12 Sep · The Alban ArenaJames B Partridge – Primary School Bangers

10 Sep · The Alban ArenaJimmy Carr: Laughs Funny

14–15 Sep · The Alban ArenaRicky Gervais: Legend

5 Sep · The Alban ArenaThe Dualers

11 Sep · The Alban ArenaThe Smyths: The Queen Is Dead 40th Anniversary Tour

17 Sep · The Alban ArenaUK Pink Floyd Experience 2026

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Did you know? · St Albans

Much of St Albans' Norman abbey was built from the remains of Roman Verulamium, with reused Roman brick and stone still visible in its walls.

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