Why Summer Is a Great Time to Sell Your Home
Thinking about selling your home? Summer could be the perfect season to make your move. At Mather Estates, we’ve helped countless Stevenage homeowners sell successfully throughout the year, and summer consistently stands out for a number of reasons. From brighter days to eager buyers, here’s why listing your home during the summer months could work…
Click or Quit? Bereaved parents unite to launch free life-saving online safety resource
Ellen Roome, Lisa Kenevan, and Hollie Dance each suffered the unimaginable loss of their teenage sons. Now, united by tragedy and determination, they are campaigning for urgent change to keep children safe online – and demanding that the government and social media platforms do far more to protect young people from harmful and inappropriate content.…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 30th June 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans 74 Fairlands Valley Spartans made absolutely sure the club stayed in division two of the Mid Week League when they raced 10K near Buntingford on Wednesday evening. This was the fourth and final counting race in the series and 28 FVS women and 46 FVS men took part. In fact over the…
Garden House Hospice Care Launches Summer Appeal
Many people with dementia are missing out on the care they deserve. Garden House Hospice Care are determined to change that. June had lived with Lewy Body dementia for five years before her health started to worsen. Her daughter, Jules, knew her mum wanted to die at home, but the thought of transferring from her…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 23rd June 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans A very warm evening made for a difficult run in Thursday’s Handicap 5K but that didn’t stop new Fairlands Valley Spartan Patrick Anyadi storming round in 27:35, 2:40 better than handicap, to win the event, closely followed by Rose Sutton in a year best time of 29:56, Elizabeth Crowley was second woman…
Elegance China Hire: A Vintage Touch Born in Challenging Times
When the world paused during the Covid pandemic, many dreams were put on hold. But for one Stevenage resident, it marked the beginning of something beautiful. Elegance China Hire was born from uncertainty, inspired by a deep-rooted love for fine china and a spark of creativity. “I thought, what have I got to lose?” recalls…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 16th June 2025
Stevenage Striders Running Club Stevenage Striders have been out tackling sun-soaked trails in Hertfordshire to sizzling road races in Portugal this weekend. At the Herts Hobble, a scenic and hilly trail event, three Striders took on the challenge with impressive performances. Further afield, Helder Soares represented the club at the Reguengos de Monsaraz 9.5km race in Portugal.…
From Switzerland to the Sea: A Stevenage Fitness Challenge for a Great Cause
When Welwyn Wheelers cycling coach Richard Maynard set a challenge for Stevenage personal trainer Andy Prior to complete the Source to Sea Rhine adventure, neither could have imagined that, a year later, they would have achieved it in spectacular fashion. Starting on 29th May at the Oberalp Pass in Switzerland, Andy and Richard cycled more…
Zebra Women to Cycle from London to Brighton
Five local women and a zebra were in Stevenage Old Town to launch a fundraising appeal for their charity ride with the big London to Brighton event. On the Sunday 15th June Hazel, Jenny, Karen, Penny and Tracy will be cycling 55 miles from London to Brighton and would be grateful for any donations no…
From Hilltop Dreams to Real-Life Triumph: Richard’s 9-Stone Slimming Success
One year ago, Richard from Stevenage looked up at a hill in Wales and set himself a challenge that felt out of reach. That steep climb sparked something powerful — a decision to transform his health and life without turning to weight-loss drugs. Just last weekend, Richard returned to that same Welsh hill and completed…
The Mighty OakFest: A Community Celebration for a Remarkable Stevenage Boy
Stevenage, let’s come together for a truly special day – The Mighty OakFest, a fun-filled family fundraiser with a big heart, taking place on Saturday 12th July from 11am–6pm at The Cricketers in Weston (Hitchin). At the heart of this event is Oakley, a bright and brave two-year-old from Stevenage who’s been facing extraordinary challenges…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 9th June 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans There were 609 runners in race one of this season’s Mid Week Road Race League which was held in Stevenage on Wednesday 28th May and 87 of them were from Fairlands Valley Spartans. 16 clubs took part so that’s fantastic participation by FVS. The Spartan men and Spartan women were both second…
Buckinghamshire Housebuilders Donation Boosts Early Years Support
Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes have donated £1,500 to Tracks Autism, a specialist early years provider for autistic and neurodiverse children in Hertfordshire, as part of its monthly Community Fund donation. The £1,500 donation comes from The Barratt Foundation, the housebuilder’s charity partnership, which aims to support local charities and groups wherever Barratt Redrow operates across the…
Meet A.R.K Lasting Powers & Wills: Supporting Stevenage With Heart and Expertise
When it comes to legal support, few businesses embody community spirit quite like A.R.K Lasting Powers & Wills. Based in Stevenage and serving the surrounding areas, this compassionate and professional team specialises in Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), and probate services – but what really makes them stand out is their people-first approach. Legal Support…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 2nd June 2025
Stevenage Phoenix Running Club Mid Week League race one – Stevenage Wednesday 28th May saw the first MWL race for Divisions 2 and 3, which started and finished on Ridlin’s athletics track, in Stevenage. 12 members of Stevenage Phoenix took part and ran under Stevenage North Herts AC. “What a fantastic atmosphere, it was incredible to…
New Affordable Homes Launched at Redrow’s Hazel Park in Stevenage
Premium housebuilder Redrow Eastern has handed over eight new homes to East Herts Council and housing association Paradigm Housing Group at its Hazel Park development, helping to increase the supply of affordable homes in Stevenage. Situated on the edge of the vibrant Hertfordshire town of Stevenage, Hazel Park is home to a collection of two to five…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 26th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans Fairlands Valley Spartans enjoyed an outing to Dorney Lake on Sunday. Alongside the Olympic rowing course so flat but very windy. In the half marathon PENNY SCHENKEL was fourth woman 50 plus with 2 hours 18 minutes 58 seconds (2:18:58). That’s a new season’s best and improvement on Watford 2:27:41 and 2:20:54…
Nazmin Chowdhury Appointed as Mayor of Stevenage
Stevenage has a new Mayor — and she’s already inspiring the community with her warmth, dedication, and passion for local people. Councillor Nazmin Chowdhury has officially taken up the role of Mayor of Stevenage, bringing her years of service and community spirit to this important position. Nazmin has long been a familiar face in Stevenage,…
What’s Happening at Stevenage Day 2025
🔬 STEM Village: Innovate, Explore, Inspire This year’s theme, “STEM for the Future,” celebrates Stevenage’s role in science, technology, engineering, and maths. Sponsored by North Hertfordshire College, the STEM Village will be packed with hands-on experiments, interactive exhibits, and creative STEM crafts that will spark curiosity in visitors of all ages. 🎶 Rock in the…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 19th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans Shorter, much shorter for some Spartans, at the 4 x 400 metre relay event in Welwyn Garden City on Thursday evening. Two FVS teams came out winners and 28 club members in seven teams were running. MIKE JEFFS, MICHAEL FISHER, JAY PAPA and NICK GILL won senior male and overall with 4…
Bringing Laughter Home: How Two Local Dads Created Stevenage’s Best Night Out
When you think of live comedy, your mind might wander to the bright lights of London. But two Hertfordshire locals — Mark and Glen — are proving you don’t need to head to the capital to experience top-tier belly laughs. Instead, they’re bringing the best of British cabaret-style comedy right to the heart of Stevenage and surrounding towns. A…
Brightening Stevenage: Underpasses Transformed into Urban Art Galleries
Stevenage’s underpasses, once overlooked and utilitarian, are now vibrant canvases celebrating the town’s rich heritage and community spirit. Thanks to a collaborative initiative between Stevenage Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council, these spaces have been revitalised with stunning murals that reflect the town’s identity and aspirations.Stevenage Even Better A Community-Driven Transformation The project aims to…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 12th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans It was seriously hot for the Greenway Challenge in Letchworth. Several of the 17 Spartans grouped up in the sun as they tackled the 13.1 miles multi-terrain event. Spartan ADRIAN DONNELLY was a bit of a star. He won the men 40 plus category and was fifth overall with 1 hour 38…
Stevenage Running Clubs Results and News – 5th May 2025
Fairlands Valley Spartans There were silver and bronze county medals for Fairlands Valley Spartans on Sunday morning. 24 ran the Hitchin 10K which incorporated the Hertfordshire championships for veteran runners. In the open race Spartan CHARLIE WHITE was 12th out of the 893 finishers in a new personal best (PB) of 36 minutes 5 seconds. …
