Welcome to What's On in Letchworth this weekend

Every week we showcase what's going on in our areas over the forthcoming weekend

This week we are highlighting exciting events set to take place in our town this weekend Friday, May 10 - Sunday, May 12 and across 2024.

If you or someone you know is organising an event during 2024 don't forget to nub it for free in our what's on section here.

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If you or someone you know is organising an event throughout 2024 don't forget to nub it for free in our what's on section here.

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Saturday, May 11

Eurovision screened live at Broadway Cinema

Eurovision Grand Final Live - from 8pm

For the second year running the Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final show will be broadcast LIVE into cinemas across the UK, allowing fans to come together and be 'united by music' sharing in the incredible experience of celebrating the biggest, brightest, boldest music party of the year on the big screen!

The 68th edition of the Contest will be taking place in Sweden, culminating in the Grand Final which will be broadcast live from Malmö Arena. This will be the seventh time Sweden hosts the Contest and this year it'll be hosted by a Hollywood star and an iconic Eurovision-veteran; Malin Åkerman and Petra Mede.

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Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12

Stotfold Steam Fair and County Show at Mill Lane

Stotfold Water Mill and Nature Reserve will host the exciting g community event in May, with tickets available now. 

Organisers said: "We're looking forward to welcoming you to our 20th Steam Fair and Country Show.

"Tickets are available online, and in honour of our birthday event, we're holding advance tickets at last year's prices.

"Keep checking our social media and website for details of what's happening over the Steam Fair weekend."

The event will take place on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12, from 1030am. 

For more information visit Stotfold Mill

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Sunday, May 12

Ashwell at Home 2024 'Hidden Ashwell'

Ashwell at Home is an annual fundraising event held in the village of Ashwell in north Herts, when this beautiful and historic village welcomes visitors from near and far for a whole day of entertainment.  

The theme for 2024 is 'Hidden Ashwell' and there will be lots to see and do including a wide range of open gardens of all types and sizes, free workshops for adults and children, plant sales, live music and entertainment around the village, talks, displays and guided walks, refreshments, lunches and much more.  

Entry is by programme: £10 adults (under 18s free with accompanying paying adult) - available on the day at the event, or £9 in advance from the website: www.ashwellathome.org.uk. Parking is free.  

Location: Ashwell is in North Hertfordshire, near Junction 10 of the A1(M). Ashwell, Hertfordshire SG7 5NY 

Please visit the website for programme updates and to purchase advance tickets: www.ashwellathome.org.ukhttps://tickets.ashwellathome.org.uk/

Ashwell at Home 2024 'Hidden Ashwell'

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Coming soon

Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26

Letchworth Food, Drink and Craft Festival

Save the date for popular community event

The eagerly-awaited town centre event is always attended by many thousands of punters from near and far, pouring over the wide range of top quality food and drink options from a wide range of Letchworth and North Herts businesses, as well as local producers. 

Around the town there is invariably fun-filled entertainment for all the family, both young and old, with last year's jamboree hosting a craft fair in the Arcade and Wynd and busking in Eastcheap.

Organisers say: "Join us for the 2024 Food and Drink Festival on the late May Bank Holiday weekend"

Letchworth Food, Drink and Craft Festival

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Wednesday May 29 until Saturday, June 1

Beauty and The Beast

St Christopher School Theatre, Letchworth

You are invited to step into the enchanted world of Disney's Beauty and the Beast, The Broadway Musical, produced in 37 countries worldwide and is based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman. Including "Be our Guest" and of course the title song "Beauty and the Beast".

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

Don't miss this "tale as old as time".

Unsuitable for children under 5 years old no babes in arms

Tickets on sale NOW. Click HERE to book your tickets or call the box office on 07511 519387.

Beauty and The Beast

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SUMMER 2024

Todd in the Hole: 

Brilliant family friendly music festival in Hertfordshire set to return for fifth year - line-up announced

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All Summer

Royston Cave

Royston Cave now open for summer visitors as one of Britain's most unique heritage attractions

Thought by many to be a Pagan site situated on the Mary and Michael Ley lines, experience one of Britain's most unique attractions and bask in the cave's energy.

Royston Cave is now open until September 29.

£10 Adults  

£4 Child 

£8 Concession

Under 3 years free

There are not many tickets for April left, so plan ahead rather than be disappointed on the day.

Open Saturday and Sunday afternoons

Royston Cave

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Letchworth musician Brian Burke's tribute to Lily Parr and the Lionesses

Well known Letchworth musician Brian Burke has composed a poignant song dedicated to the memory of Lily Parr and the outstanding achievements of the Lionesses, including lifting the European Championships at Wembley Stadium in 2022

Letchworth musician Brian Burke's tribute to Lily Parr and the Lionesses

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Saturday, November 23 

Letchworth Christmas Lights Switch-On 2024

Date revealed for eagerly-awaited festive event

There was jolly cheer aplenty across Letchworth as thousands of festive punters packed our town centre for the annual Christmas lights switch last year - with more of the same expected this time around. 

Our outstanding Letchworth BID event saw our community come together to savour the holiday spirit, enjoy the quality food and gift stalls, and cheer for the talent performing on the main stage in our around Leys Avenue and Eastcheap.

So, why not save the date for the 2024 Christmas Lights Switch-on in Letchworth - after Love Letchworth recently announced that the eagerly-awaited event will take place on Saturday, November 23 

Letchworth Christmas Lights Switch-On 2024

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FARMERS ON LIGHTS CHRISTMAS TOUR

Provisional date: Saturday, December 14, 2024

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PS: If you or someone you know is organising an event during 2024 don't forget to nub it for free in our What's On section here

Just click the black 'Nub it' button, fill in the form and click submit, it should only take a few minutes to complete - and you'll also be included in our weekly newsletter too!

Browse our What's On section - and remember – you can add your event for FREE using the 'Nub It' button.

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ICYMI: Farmers on Lights Tractor Tour wows Letchworth and Baldock

Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour has been a huge hit across Letchworth and Baldock 

The colourful convoy drove through Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin in a memorable sight that put a smile on the faces of everyone who witnessed the procession, young and old.

Farmers on Lights Tractor Tour wows Letchworth and Baldock

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