Ashtree School Receives the Gift of Play from Generous Housebuilder
Children at a Stevenage primary school will be able to play on new playground equipment in the new school year after a donation from a housebuilder. Work has been ongoing to raise £10,000 for outdoor gym-style equipment to be installed in the playground which is used by Key Stage 2 children – those aged between…
Les Ward’s Captains Charity Day: A Swinging Success at Chesfield Downs Golf and Country Club
The picturesque Chesfield Downs Golf and Country Club was abuzz with activity as it hosted the highly anticipated Les Ward’s Captains Charity Day. The event, dedicated to raising funds for Brain Tumour Research, proved to be an overwhelming success. The charity golf day was especially poignant this year, as it was held in memory of…
Stevenage Striders Results and News – 12th August 2024
Dorney Lake Triathlon What is an Olympic triathlon? An Olympic triathlon is a multi-discipline endurance race that consists of three sequential events: swimming, cycling, and running. The distances for each leg in an Olympic triathlon are as follows: In the solo category athletes compete in all three legs consecutively, with the clock running continuously from…
Stevenage Phoenix Results and News – 12th August 2024
ParkRun We had 15 runners and one volunteer across six locations on Saturday. See attached a lovely team photo was Phoenix and Spartans, post run. Sunday Social Run in Kimpton This week the club travelled to Kimpton for a hot social 10km run. Everyone enjoyed the scenic route and it was Myle’s first 10km. Birmingham…
Fairlands Valley Spartans Results and News – 12th August 2024
Simon Jackson from Fairlands Valley Spartans won the Stevenage parkrun in 17 minutes 16 seconds (17:16) and FVS Suzy Hawkins was second woman in 21:54. Grant Ramsay FVS was top ten at 6th in 19:27. There were 438 runners. Meanwhile Jim Brown and Penny Schenkel were showing off the new FVS running vests in the…
Celebrating Female-Owned Businesses in Stevenage
One of the most exciting things about Stevenage is the number of successful businesses owned by women. Today, we’re going to highlight five fantastic female-owned businesses and the amazing women behind them. Demi’s Cake Magic – Demi Have you ever tasted a cake that felt like pure magic? If not, you need to visit Demi’s…
Top Things to Do in Stevenage This Summer
Are you ready for an amazing summer? If you’re in Stevenage, you’re in luck because there are so many fun things to do! From exciting parks to educational museums, Stevenage has something for everyone. Let’s dive into the top things to do in Stevenage this summer! Visit Fairlands Valley Park Fairlands Valley Park is one…
7 Small Businesses to Look Out for in Stevenage
Stevenage is buzzing with life and packed with unique businesses. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, these businesses are worth your attention. Let’s dive into seven standout places that make Stevenage special. 1. Ask Physio First on our list is Ask Physio. Located just back from the High Street in the Old Town,…
Fairlands Spartans Weekly Results & News – 5th August 2024
Fifteen Spartans were spinning around at Ridlins Track on Wednesday. They were running 12.5 times 400 metres anti-clockwise laps in the Resolution 5K. It was 1, 2, 3 for the Spartan men 40 plus. SIMON JACKSON was first, third overall, in 16:39 with ANTHONY CAHILL second in 18:06 and ROSS GALLACHER third in a new…
Stevenage Phoenix Running Club – Weekly Results & News – 5th August 2024
ParkRun The weekend kicked off with 23 runners taking part in ParkRun at seven different locations. Our club Chair, Phil Gover ran Speyer Leinpfad in Germany and praised it for it friendly atmosphere and welcoming founder. Ashley Bates celebrated a milestone with his 100th ParkRun and ran with friends and family at Maldon Prom (pictured…
Stevenage Striders Weekly Results & News – 5th August 2024
The 2024 Stevenage Striders Handicap Series: A Record-Breaking Extravaganza! What a phenomenal year it’s been for the 2024, 5 race 5km Handicap Series! The energy was electrifying, the performances were nothing short of spectacular, and the camaraderie was heartwarming. This year’s series was simply the best ever, with personal bests (PBs) being shattered left and…
Stevenage Women Only Tattooist Tells Love Stevenage The Inspiration Behind Her Brand
Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got started in the tattoo industry? I dreamed about opening a women-only private studio for years. I used to watch this comedy called Portlandia, and loved the characters who ran “Women and Women First Bookstore”. So when I opened a private studio and knew…
Community Partnership Projects Celebrate Joint Launch at Stevenage Indoor Market
Stevenage buzzed with excitement yesterday as community leaders, volunteers, and residents gathered for the grand opening of two significant initiatives under the Building a Better Bedwell Programme. The SPARX Charity Sports Shop and the Stevenage Social Inclusion Partnership (SIP) Hub marked their joint launch at the Stevenage Indoor Market, signaling a new chapter of community…
Fairlands Spartans Results and News 29th July 2024
Handicap 5K 26 Spartans ran this month’s Handicap 5K. Paul Holgate, Mike & Sharon Crowley and Mark Freeman made it possible. Winner was Steve Platt in 27:55, 2 minutes 35 seconds (2:35) better than handicap, with Adrian Busolini second, 2:22 ahead of handicap in 17:38 and Simon Jackson third, 2:09 better than handicap in 17:36.…
Stevenage Cricket Club Shines in President’s Day 6-a-Side Competition
The Stevenage Cricket Club recently hosted a fantastic President’s Day 6-a-Side competition, and it turned out to be a memorable event for players and spectators alike. Congratulations are in order for Prashanth Kammari, Bhanu Kanakala, Sai Allada, Devesh Pandey, James Thompson, and Safiullah Manan, who emerged victorious in this exciting tournament. Special accolades go to…
Stevenage Phoenix Results and News – 29th July 2024
We had three races this week, ranging from 5k to 50k! We are particularly pleased with some personal achievements as well. 5k handicap: Race 3 On Tuesday 23rd, we had a whopping 32 club members racing in number three of our six part 5k handicap series. The fastest man on the night was Alex Wasley…
Stevenage Striders Results and News – 29th July 2024
What a Weekend of Running for the Striders! The weekend kicked off with a bang as the Striders took over the parkrun, covering the lakes in a sea of red diamonds. A massive congratulations to all the runners who participated, giving their all on the course. An even bigger round of applause goes to Dani,…
Stevenage Cricket Club News and Results 22nd July 2024
1st Team 1s beat Northwood CC by 40 runs Stevenage: 164/9 (170 after DLS) Northwood: 129 all out Man of the match: Monty Singh (33 runs with the bat and 5 wickets for 35 runs with the ball). 2nd Team 2s lost to Flamsted by 51 runs Flamsted: 215/9 Stevenage: 164 all out Man of…
Stevenage Sports Massage Therapist on Helping Women Through Perimenopause
In a quiet corner of Stevenage, Faye Avuthiyande has transformed her passion for healing into a rewarding career as a sports massage therapist. Her journey into this field is inspiring, especially for those seeking a change in their professional lives. You’ll find that her story is one of dedication, love for wellness, and a desire…
Stevenage Film Director Talks to Love Stevenage About Her Career to Date and Her Love for Stevenage
Stevenage Film Director, Sarah Leigh, has had a diverse career in the film industry, engaging in roles such as acting, writing, and producing. Sarah describes herself as a storyteller at heart, driven by a love for bringing stories to life. “I love telling stories—I’m a storyteller at heart. I see my work in front of…
Stevenage Phoenix – Weekly Results and News 22nd July 2024
The club was in action on Wednesday evening at the Doug Anderson 5k and then on Sunday they raced a little more locally at the St Albans 10k and Fairlands Valley Challenge. The club also held an EGM on Sunday afternoon to establish a new constitution and elect its first management committee, giving it a…
Fairlands Valley Spartans – Weekly Results and News 22nd July 2024
Just days after a successful takeover of a Stevenage parkrun Fairlands Valley Spartans ORGANISED and provided dozens of volunteer marshals for Thursday evening’s Relays in the Park in Fairlands Valley. What’s more 41 Spartans ran. Their successes included WINNING the veteran mixed team with ANDREW PATTERSON (09:39), SAM PRETTY (11:23), ASHLEY JOHNSON (11:29) and JONATHAN…
Stevenage Striders – Weekly Results and News 22nd July 2024
This week saw 64 Striders take part in a parkrun, achieving notable elevation gains. Congratulations to Paula Heyes on her 100th parkrun, and to David Phillips for hitting his 50th parkrun and 50th volunteer occasions. A standout event was the Fairlands Valley Challenge, an off-road, self-navigated trek through the picturesque Hertfordshire countryside near Stevenage. Participants…
Stevenage school wins major prize at Design & Make competition
A Stevenage school came top of the class at a major competition designed to get more young people involved in manufacturing. Barclay Academy, which is located on Walkern Road, took on 14 other schools at the Design & Make Challenge at the University of Warwick’s Innovation District, securing the Innovation Award. Organised by the Manufacturing…