Featured Events in Harpenden in May, 2025 (June Updated)

Why are chemical companies selling toxic products? What is regenerative agriculture and how could it help stabilise the climate? What's the link between farming and biodiversity loss? Grab a friend and join Our Planet Our Future for one of the first global screenings of Common Ground . The highly anticipated sequel to Kiss the Ground blends journalistic expose’ with deeply personal stories from those on the front lines of the food movement, unveiling a dark web of money, power, and politics behind our broken food system. The film reveals how unjust practices forged our current farm system in which farmers of all colours are literally dying to feed us. The film profiles a hopeful and uplifting movement of white, black, and indigenous farmers who are using alternative “regenerative” models of agriculture that could balance the climate, save our health, and stabilize the economy – before it’s too late. Find out more about the film here . What to expect Book your free space and join us at 7:30 pm on Tuesday the 13th of May at the Plough & Harrow in Harpenden. After the screening you'll get a chance to share your thoughts about the film in a group discussion. About Our Planet Our Future This free flight-free travel talk is part of Our Planet Our Future, Sustainable St Albans’ landmark series of talks and events. Our programme includes a variety of free events for those who want to discover more about moving towards a more sustainable life, including walks, open mic nights and a book club. Discover our past and future events here . Information Source: Sustainable St Albans - Our Planet Our Future | eventbrite

At Rayden Solicitors, as specialist family lawyers we deal with very emotive situations on a regular basis, so we are very aware of the impact of such situations on mental and physical wellbeing. This also means we recognise how important it is to provide help to those who may be facing stressful events. This often leads us to seek advice from other professionals so we can better support our clients and their families, and also introduce our clients to those professionals so they can find solutions for their particular circumstances. We are therefore delighted to be hosting The Anxious Adolescent Panel Event to introduce some of these contacts to a wider audience. The panel will discuss the challenges facing children and young adults between the ages of 10 to 19. Our expert panel will provide parents and caregivers with tools to help adolescents manage stress, anxiety, and other emotional difficulties and consider topics such as exam stress, school refusal, bullying and the impact of social media. Rayden Solicitors' Senior Associate Kayleigh Biswas-Gregory will facilitate the panel event and will be joined by Miranda Perry, Abrial; Charlotte Phipps, Hypnohelpclinic; and Claire Bantham; Haven Hope. Doors open at 5:30pm and the panel discussion will begin at 6pm. Following the panel discussion there will be an opportunity to stay and chat to the hosts. Refreshments will also be available throughout the event. Tickets are £5 with all proceeds going to chosen charity Rett UK. Information on our panellists: Miranda Perry, Abrial Miranda has a MA and diploma in counselling as well as a diploma in coaching with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC). She trained and volunteered as a Samaritan, and as a trained mindfulness practitioner worked in secondary education as a senior leader, teacher, adviser, governor and Ofsted inspector. Miranda also founded and directed the national charity World Class Schools Quality Mark, and was a lead facilitator of international research trials, funded by the Department of Health, exploring strategies to support young people’s mental health in school. Charlotte Phipps, Hypnohelpclinic Charlotte is a Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist with a passion for helping young people overcome anxiety. As a mother of three teenagers, she understands firsthand the challenges that adolescents face in today’s world. Combining professional expertise with personal experience, she provides a compassionate, practical approach to supporting teens in managing stress, disordered eating, self harm, addictions and building confidence whilst developing resilience. Claire Banham, Haven Hope Claire Banham is Director of Haven Hope, an organisation she founded following a family member’s experience with acute anxiety. Using established mental health tools, Haven Hope provides supportive, small groups in schools and church-based community groups. The aim is to make a transformative difference in the lives of young people, and help them to form life-long, healthy habits for their wellbeing. Outside of work, Claire is a Lay Minister in the Church of England and has two ‘children’ (aged 20 & 22) who both tower over her! She tries to protect her sense of calm with time outside and playing with watercolour and printing. Kayleigh Biswas-Gregory, Rayden Solicitors Kayleigh has been specialising in family law for 10 years. In doing so, she has helped many individuals overcome various obstacles being faced following a relationship breakdown. Kayleigh has been praised for her approachable manner and her pro-active methods to help her clients in a pragmatic and low-conflict way. If you would like more information on Rayden Solicitors please visit our website here Rayden Solicitors Information Source: Rayden Solicitors | eventbrite

Expert hypnotherapist and THC Member Emma Pickford-Wardle will be leading a group session for golfers, introducing the benefits of hypnotherapy for sports You will experience guided hypnosis, designed to sharpen your focus, build confidence and stay compossed under pressure! THC Members FREE Non Members £25+VAT light refreshments provided Information Source: The Harpenden Collective | eventbrite

Navigating Menopause: A Holistic Approach Come join us at The Harpenden Arms, Harpenden for an informative event on navigating menopause with a holistic approach. Gain valuable insights from Dr. Benson & advice on nutrition, sleep, pilates, pelvic health, skin and fitness. Connect with like-minded individuals and experts in the field to gain valuable insights and support. Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower yourself and embrace this new chapter with confidence! Meet Our Experts Dr Anna Benson -Visage Medical www.visageprivatemedical.com Dr Anna Benson is a very experienced GP with a variety of family medicine skills. She has an interest in every aspect of medical and mental health care for all ages. She genuinely loves consulting, meeting and helping patients to feel and become well. She is approachable and very experienced, having qualified over 20 years ago. Dr Benson believes in listening, treating the patient as a whole and getting to the crux of the problem. She believes in the balance of medication, lifestyle and therapy. With her experience she can help with complex issues. She believes in preventative health and likes to holistically manage cases without always prescribing. She has worked extensively in mental health, general practice, general medicine, elderly care, cardiology, intensive care, renal medicine, infectious diseases, respiratory medicine, stroke medicine, sexual health, family planning and is a qualified GP trainer. She works as a clinical advisor in the NHS ICB, and an NHS GP. Dr Benson has qualifications in family planning contraception (coils, implants) and minor surgery as well as three Batchelor’s degrees in medical science, medicine and surgery, and a Master's degree in medical education. ‍Esther Hathon - Visage Medical www.visageprivatemedical.com I would like to introduce myself and welcome you to Visage Medical. Visage Medical is the sister practice to our prestigious dental practice Visage Dental. We have two dental locations one in Harpenden and one in St Albans. I have been in dentistry for over 25 years. I started my dental career as a dental nurse and in 2000 I qualified as a dental hygienist. During those years I have gained a lot of experience and knowledge working alongside other experts, running my own dental hygiene consultancy dental compliance business. I founded Visage Dental Harpenden in 2016 & in 2019. I took over an existing specialist Dental practice in St Albans to ensure that we could offer all aspects of dental care for our patients. www.visagedental.com ‍I decided to expand into offering private medical GP services, as I recognised the synergy between oral health and overall wellness. The experience gained in the dental field has provided a strong foundation in patient care, clinical management, and community engagement, which seamlessly translates into a general medical practice. This provides holistic healthcare, acknowledging that dental health often reflects and impacts broader medical conditions. By integrating these services, we can offer a more comprehensive approach to patient well-being, addressing both preventive and therapeutic needs under one roof. This expansion not only meets a growing demand for personalised healthcare but also aligns with the philosophy that a unified approach to health can lead to better patient outcomes and satisfaction. www.visageprivatemedical.com Solution Focused Hypnotherapy www.soulhealing.org.uk I also offer Solution Focused Hypnotherapy for a variety of conditions including mental health, anxiety, teen anxiety, stress, Phobias & Fears, sleep. www.soulhealing.org.uk ‍I will chatting about how to get a good night sleep :) Alisha Kotecha www.visagedental.com Alisha is an qualified dentist with a special interest in facial aesthetics, holding the highest qualification—Level 7—in aesthetic medicine. Combining clinical precision with an artistic eye, Alisha offers advanced, non-surgical treatments that enhance natural beauty and restore confidence. With a commitment to patient care and excellence, they seamlessly blend dental expertise with facial rejuvenation for truly transformative results. Alisha also is a clinical trainer in one of the leading academies in London for medical aesthertics, where she teahes dentsits, doctors and nurses how to safetly inject. Katharine Tate - The Food Teacher™ Founder and Director https://www.thefoodteacher.co.uk Katharine , runs a clinic in Harpenden and has 10+ years of experience as an award winning registered nutritional therapist and health coach. Katharine works to identify the root cause of your signs and symptoms and supports you to find better balance through food and lifestyle recommendations. She has experience of female health, mental health, weight management, digestive issues and neurodivergence. Katharine is also qualified to support clients with cancer. She is an award winning author and has also launched a programme of Young Chef awards for schools, which support delivery of the curriculum and nutrition. Joanna Michaelides - Menopause Movement https://www.menopausemovement.co Joanna is a Women's Health Pilates specialist and menopause coach empowering women to naturally get off the hormone roller coaster, strengthen their bodies and reclaim their confidence. Emily Hindle - Personal Trainer - Founder of embody | fitness . https://www.embody.fitness Emily is a mum of two and a personal trainer based in Harpenden.Through embody | fitness , she helps women build strength—physically and mentally—by creating positive, sustainable training programs that fit real life. Emily specialises in supporting women in midlife, including those navigating perimenopause and menopause, helping them feel empowered, energised, and confident in their bodies. Emily's own journey began after becoming a parent and I’m passionate about helping others discover the life-changing benefits of fitness. Becky Ashton - Pelvic Physiotherpist https://www.beckyastonphysiotherapy.co.uk Becky is founder and owner of Becky Aston Physiotherapy clinic in Berkhamsted. The clinic is a centre of excellence empowering Women and Men to take control of their pelvic health for the better. Alongside her 3 other Physiotherapy colleagues, they treat people of all ages with bladder and bowel control issues, pelvic pain conditions such as vulvodynia, endometriosis, cystitis, recurrent urinary tract infections, prostatitis and women with pelvic organ prolapse. They support women during pregnancy with back and pelvic pain, help support women prepare for delivery and rehabilitation after delivery. They also treat pelvic organ prolapses and are trained in fitting pessaries for the symptomatic treatment of prolapse. They are all trained in treated Scars and support women going through gynaecological surgery and men pre and post ProstatectomyThey are passionate at empowering Women and Men to take control of embarrassing conditions which are all too often left untreated due to embarrassment or a lack of knowledge about evidence based treatment strategies Information Source: Esther Hathorn | eventbrite

Electric Umbrella Club Night Come join us for a night of electrifying beats and non-stop dancing at The Pioneer Club! Get ready to groove to the hottest tracks spun by the amazing Annie-Grace, together with your Electric Umbrella friends. Whether you come alone, or with friends or support, please remember you will each need a ticket. And this time, it's on a Wednesday, so don't be confused! Information Source: eventbrite