Events at Hertford Castle & Grounds in 2013

A number of events take place in the Castle Grounds each year, organised by or in association with Hertford Town Council.

The Castle Gatehouse and grounds are in the Town Centre and entrances are located next to the Castle Hall and in West Street. Admission is free and there is plenty of parking in St.Andrew Street.

Spring Wedding Exhibition
Sunday 17th March
11:30 - 15:30pm.
Come along and meet with a selection of local businesses to plan your Big Day, all under one roof!

Castle Open Day
Saturday 20th March
12:00 - 16:00
First opportunity to browse the Castle this year, with displays and children's activities. There will also be Falconry displays at 12.30pm & 3.00pm.

Teddy Bear Picnic
Saturday 16th June
12:00 - 16:00
Enjoy a traditional family afternoon in the Castle & grounds, with live music from the Herts Concert Band, Punch & Judy, stalls, rides and more.

Wonderland!
Sunday 7th July
12:00 - 16:00
Alice in Wonderland themed event in grounds and castle, including a live stage show at 2pm - don't be late!

Community Sports Day
Sunday 21st July
12:00 - 16:00
Come and try a wide range of sports and activities in the Castle grounds.

Rock at the Castle
Sunday 4th August
12:30 - 7:30pm
Local Bands Charity Rock Festival

Castle Tours and Open Air Band Concert
Sunday 18th August
14:30 - 17:00
Traditional band concert courtesy of Watford Brass plus guided tours of Hertford Castle.

Heritage Open Day
Sunday 15th September
13:00 - 17:00pm
The Castle will be open to the public and there will be a medieval encampment on the lawn, with the opportunity to explore all aspects of life from days gone by.

Food & Drink Festival
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October
Hertford's 2nd food and drink festival.

Castle Open Day and Band Concert
Sunday 13th October
12:00 - 16:00
Browse the Castle at your leisure and listen to a traditional band concert on the main lawn.

Autumn Wedding Exhibition
Sunday 20th October
11:30 - 15:30
Everything you need to plan your special day.

Lights Of Love
Saturday 7th December
15:30 - 19:30
At the Castle organised by Isabel Hospice.

Carols With The Mayor
Friday 13th December
17:30 - 18:30
Traditional Carol singing at the Castle with the Mayor of Hertford.

May be subject to change, see press for details.

For more information about these events please contact Hertford Town Council. Please note that Discover Hertford Online does not organise these events and are not connected with the Town Council.