https://www.watford.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 27 May 2026 16:37:00 +0000 Wed, 27 May 2026 16:37:00 +0000 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/1000/watford-s-public-tennis-courts-benefit-from-new-booking-system-to-improve-access New keypad entry systems have now been successfully installed at Watford’s public tennis courts, marking the next step in improving access to these popular community facilities... Tue, 26 May 2026 09:02:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/999/watford-welcomes-five-new-cricket-pitches-to-boost-grassroots-participation The council have installed five new cricket pitches (NTPs) across the borough over the past year to meet growing demand... Wed, 20 May 2026 16:03:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/998/thomas-sawyer-way-improvements-celebrated-at-watford-launch-event Safer and more accessible journeys for people walking, wheeling and cycling are now in place at Thomas Sawyer Way in Watford... Wed, 20 May 2026 13:31:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/997/councillor-sohail-bashir-announced-as-new-chairman-of-council Watford Borough Council has announced Councillor Sohail Bashir as its new Chairman, with Councillor Sam Summer as Vice-Chairman, at the Annual Council meeting on Tuesday 19 May... Wed, 20 May 2026 09:01:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/996/watford-volunteers-fair-returns-for-2026 Residents are invited to connect with local causes and discover ways to get involved at an upcoming community event celebrating the vital work of charities across Watford. Tue, 19 May 2026 10:27:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/995/join-the-growing-volunteer-walking-team-in-watford-and-hertfordshire Residents are being encouraged to join a growing network of more than 350 volunteers helping people across Hertfordshire stay active, healthy and connected through community walks... Tue, 19 May 2026 09:14:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/994/free-meal-planning-service-launched-to-support-healthier-more-affordable-living Hertfordshire residents are being encouraged to take advantage of a free online meal planning service designed to make every day cooking easier, healthier, and more affordable. Thu, 14 May 2026 13:58:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/993/school-and-groups-invited-to-inclusive-sports-celebration-woodside-leisure-centre-on-10-june On 10 June, Power2Inspire, will deliver an unforgettable, inclusive sports experience at Woodside Leisure Centre, Kingsway North Orbital Rd, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7JZ... Wed, 13 May 2026 10:11:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/992/take-action-and-turn-screen-time-to-green-time-with-30-days-wild This Mental Health Awareness Week, Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust remind us what a calming influence nature can have and invite participation in their annual nature challenge, 30 Days Wild... Tue, 12 May 2026 15:47:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/446/changes-to-waste-collection-due-to-bank-holiday There will be a revised waste and recycling collection timetable this late May bank holiday (Monday 25 May 2026)... Tue, 12 May 2026 14:56:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/991/swap-don-t-shop-veolia-and-watford-borough-council-team-up-for-a-clothes-swap Watford Borough Council, in partnership with Veolia, is hosting a clothes swap event on Saturday 13 June at St Mary’s Church in Watford. Mon, 11 May 2026 12:04:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/990/installation-of-new-gates-and-booking-system-for-public-tennis-courts-to-improve-access We’re installing new keypad entry systems at our public tennis courts to improve fair use and access for everyone... Mon, 11 May 2026 09:07:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/989/voters-re-elect-peter-taylor-as-mayor-of-watford-for-a-third-consecutive-term On Thursday 7 May 2026, voters came out to have their say on who should serve as Watford’s Mayor for the next 2 years and over 50% voted for Peter Taylor, of the Liberal Democrats.  Fri, 08 May 2026 16:05:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/988/future-of-transport-and-hertfordshire-essex-rapid-transit-event-on-9-may The Hertfordshire Essex Rapid Transit will be a new, sustainable passenger transport network. It will carry more people than a car but will be more convenient and reliable than a traditional bus... Tue, 05 May 2026 11:39:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/987/south-west-herts-great-big-green-week-is-back-on-from-6-14-june-2026- Back for its 6th year, the South-West Herts Great Big Green Week is nearly here! Tue, 05 May 2026 09:48:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/986/new-tank-fairer-access-and-longer-sessions-to-enhance-paddling-pools-experience-as-it-reopens-on-1-may-2026 Watford’s popular paddling pool facility will reopen from 1 May for the spring and summer months, welcoming families back for another year of splashing fun... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:49:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/985/health-walks-summer-timetables-in-watford-three-rivers-now-online- Health Walks are fun, free and led by friendly, trained volunteers. They have walks to suit all abilities and they often end with a cuppa... Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:56:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/984/beryl-bike-bay-at-garston-station-shows-strong-first-year-usage The impact of improved sustainable travel options near Garston Station is becoming clear, with new figures highlighting strong use of the recently installed Beryl Bike bay... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:51:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/983/residents-reminded-to-check-poll-cards-ahead-of-7-may-elections Watford residents are being reminded to check their polling station before the Mayoral and Local Elections on Thursday 7 May 2026, as some locations may have changed, especially in the Holywell ward. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:49:00 +0100 https://www.watford.gov.uk/news/article/982/-600-000-gym-refurbishment-at-watford-leisure-centre-woodside-now-complete A £600,000 gym refurbishment at Watford Leisure Centre – Woodside is now complete... Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:45:00 +0100