Newsletters Archive
Our newsletters are issued periodically and focus on town issues and events, letting you know how we are involved.
At the AGM of the Hertford Civic Society held on April 10th 2024
Jan Goodeve was elected to lead the Society in succession to Malcolm Ramsay.
Jan was until recently a Councillor on both East Herts District and Hertford Town Councils, She was the executive member for planning most recently and prior to that for housing. In her working life she worked for UBS, a global investment bank, and more recently for a local events agency. She has always lived in Hertfordshire and in Hertford since 1990, her two children who are now in their 20s attended local schools. Jan is honoured to be entrusted with this role.
Malcolm was first elected Chair in April 2018. His tenure, of course, included ensuring the survival of the Society through the Covid epidemic and consequent lockdowns when innumerable meetings and talks on “Zoom” had to provide a substitute for face-to-face meetings.
The AGM was also noteworthy for the standing down of Andrew Sangster following over half a century of service to the Society.
See more details of the AGM below
HERTFORD CIVIC SOCIETY AWARDS - MARCH 2020
BENGEO BIRCHERLEY GREEN DIARY - SEP 2019
HERTFORD THEATRE REFURBISHMENT - DEC 2018
HERTS ORBITAL TRAMWAY - SEP 2018
COUNTY MINERALS PLAN - MARCH 2018
PANSHANGER COUNTY PARK & HERTFORD TREES - DEC 2017
HERTFORD TOWN CENTRE URBAN DESIGN STRATEGY - SEP 2015
WAITROSE INTO VAN HAGE - JUNE 2015
THE UNVEILING OF THE WALLACE SCULPTURE - DEC 2014
BIRCHERLEY GREEN DEVELOPMENT - SEP 2014
FUTURE OF WAITROSE IN HERTFORD - JUNE 2014
CENTENARY OF ALFRED RUSSEL WALLACE - DEC 2013
HERTFORD EAST STATION AND MEAD LANE FLATS - SEP 2013
About Hertford
Local Civic Society Events
Through our series of talks, we share our network of associates' breadth of historical, architectural, and local knowledge.
Planning Representation
We attend planning meetings for local projects, advocating for issues that affect Hertford and its residents.
Transport Plans
Air quality, the environment, and improving the quality of life for residents across generations are issues that The Civic Society approaches with direct effect. We are focused on improving the livability and sustainability of Hertford with efforts such as Hertford Bypass and A414 Traffic, and Mass Rapid Transport Systems. Safe Travel to Schools, Cycle Paths, See ideas here and ring along your own for campaigning projects.
Local Campaigns & Lobbying
The welfare and happiness of local residents is a top priority of the Hertford Civic Society. Our duty is to help you campaign and lobby for the maintenance and preservation of the community.
Our Green Belt
Hertford Civic Society is committed to conserving our rich, natural environment, making sure our environment enhances residents' and visitors’ experiences.
Local Environmental Issues (Pollution)
We focus on prioritising areas of natural beauty, improving air quality, and promoting the growth of native trees and wildlife. We are lucky to have our four chalk rivers, which provide natural leisure and relaxation areas. We are dedicated to the continuous improvement and maintenance of these areas. We are also committed to implementing more cycle lanes to decrease pollution and maintain our green belt.
Hertford Civic Society Policies
We provide updates and news on local and national policies relevant to our work at the Hertford Civic Society.
Licensing Applications
Our priority is to preserve and conserve areas of beauty and historical value. The Civic Society has 60 years of experience dealing with planning and licensing issues. Join us and help as we examine and comment on planning applications and major developments.
Green Fingers
We support and campaign to retain and protect Green Belt land and the recognition of Hertford’s ‘Green Fingers’, first designated in the Local Plan by HCS submissions. We continue to recognise the importance of Green Fingers’ role in various town policies, focusing on their crucial benefits for residents and the environment.
Hertford Fountain
Hertford Fountain was opened in 1994 after a competition for the fountain’s design and construction was won by William Pye. The fountain depicts the intertwining four rivers flowing through Hertford’s green spaces.
Architectural Awards
We regularly run architectural awards, recognising excellence in build and renovation design.
Hertford Plaques
Take a tour of HCS Hertford blue plaques highlight buildings of merit.
Bengeo Quarry
We provided instrumental support to prevent the Bengeo Quarry's development. In April 2019, the Secretary of State agreed with the Government Inspector that the appeal should be dismissed and planning permission be refused. This was a great triumph for the local community and surrounding environment.
Happy Healthy Hertford
Hertford Civic Society is committed to promoting a happy, healthy Hertford. Our focus is on maintaining a natural, sustainable environment and ensuring residents' happiness is our top priority.
Local Environmental Initiatives
Hertford Civic Society supports and celebrates the environmental improvements and campaigning initiated by other agencies across Hertford, with a special focus on green agendas.
Previous Talks
To ensure community concerns are addressed, we provide a platform for information and discussion, with talks from our specially selected guest speakers.
Local Leisure Facilities
Hertford Civic Society is committed to the promotion and improvement of local leisure facilities across Hertford. We work to ensure the community's culture is maintained, and green spaces are prioritised.
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