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The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Essendon.

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Religion & Spirituality

Around £3

ARISE Worship Workout

ARISE Worship Workout ARISE Worship Workout for ladies runs every Thursday (7:30–8:30pm) at Verso, St Albans. What to expect: A joyful, uplifting hour of movement, worship music, and feel-good exercise. Aerobic and conditioning workouts suitable for all fitness levels��— come and get energised, refreshed, and strengthened together. On the third Thursday of each month, Denise Gray will lead a Pilates session set to worship music, with gentle movement, stretching, relaxation, and mindful breathing. Please bring a mat if you have one. Cost: £3 per session (to help cover equipment). If cost is a barrier, just select a "gift ticket" when signing up. Everyone is welcome — bring a friend! Put a reminder in your calendar to sign up each week to secure your spot - pay online below, or simply come and pay at the door. With blessings, Tracey and The ARISE Team

Thu 23 Jul19:30Bogrács Gulyás Garden(3.5mi)

via Bogrács Gulyás Garden

Community

Cuffley Players: '12 Incompetent Jurors' by Ian McWethy

Thu 23rd - 8:00 pm

Thu 23 Jul20:00Cuffley Hall(4.1mi)

via Cuffley Hall

Live Music

Amplify - Good Time Locomotive / Ultraviolet

Amplify new music nights are events dedicated to showcasing and supporting up-and-coming musicians. They provide a platform for artists to perform their original music and gain exposure to a wider audience. GOOD TIME LOCOMOTIVE Good Time Locomotive (GTL) are a London-based alt pop/rock band blending shimmering synths, funky bass, glistening guitar, driving drums and heartfelt vocals to create emotion-packed music about identity, hope and resilience. Influenced by The 1975 and Don Broco, GTL fuse the spirit of the 80s/90s with a modern edge, connecting across generations both live and on record. Working with Grammy-winning producer Adrian Bushby (Foo Fighters, Muse), they’ve refined their sound without losing their DIY roots. With new music monthly, strong social media engagement and high-energy shows, GTL is fast becoming a rising force in the UK and beyond. ULTRAVIOLET ULTRAVIOLET formed almost two years ago, in January 2024, at Monks Walk School in Welwyn Garden City. We’re an all female Indie/Rock band made up of four classmates who all share a love for music. Over the last two years we have performed at many of our schools’ music events and concerts, most recently winning our category at House Music.

Thu 23 Jul20:00Corn Exchange - Hertford(4.1mi)

via Corn Exchange - Hertford

Community

Around £25.00

Celtic Warrior Experience

Unleash your inner warrior! Join us for an action-packed day of prehistoric skills, archery, and outdoor adventure.

Fri 24 JulCeltic Harmony Camp(3.3mi)

via Celtic Harmony CampLocal gem

Community

Knitting and Crochet – Stanstead Abbotts

Fri 24 JulCommunity Alliance Skills and Learning Centre(4.2mi)

via Community Alliance Skills and Learning CentreCurated

Sports & Fitness

Strength and Mobility – Stanstead Abbotts

Fri 24 JulCommunity Alliance Skills and Learning Centre(4.2mi)

via Community Alliance Skills and Learning CentreCurated

Community

Music24 Singing Cafe

Small Half Hall

Fri 24 Jul10:00Sele Farm Community Centre(3.5mi)

via Sele Farm Community Centre

Likely freeArts & Culture

Knitting and Crochet – Stanstead Abbotts

Every Friday in Stanstead Abbotts, for free of charge, we welcome all members of the public for two hours of knitting and crochet at Nigel Copping Community Building, between the hours of 10 am to 12 pm. Can’t knit, don’t want to crochet? Our Friday morning groups are also open for people to gain some social interaction, have an open friendly chat or get some advice about the cost of living, well-being or job searching. We can help put you through to the right connections and places of support. All abilities and stages are welcome! Lunch and a warm drink is to follow from the session.

Fri 24 Jul11:00Community Alliance Skills and Learning Centre(4.2mi)

via Community Alliance Skills and Learning CentreCurated

Sports & Fitness

Strength and Mobility – Stanstead Abbotts

Strength and Mobility is a one-hour class from 11am to 12pm, every Friday. This is an all in one class that includes yoga, strength training, light cardio, balance and mobility. Why go to multiple different classes when you just need one? Each 1 hour class is unique and tests you in new ways. All you need to bring is your yoga mat. For more information and to join, please get in contact with the organiser Matt via email . Please note, Community Alliance are not responsible for any cancellations of the session. Please confirm with the organiser.

Fri 24 Jul12:00Community Alliance Skills and Learning Centre(4.2mi)

via Community Alliance Skills and Learning CentreCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Hook Norton Brass Band at Salisbury Square

Hook Norton Brass Band is a community brass band based in Oxfordshire. As part of their annual summer tour, they... The post Hook Norton Brass Band at Salisbury Square appeared first on Hatfield Park.

Fri 24 Jul12:30Hatfield House(2.3mi)

via Hatfield House

Community

2026-07-24 19:00 - Choir Practice

Time: Friday, 24 July 2026 at 19:00Details: Weekly rehearsalLocation: St Andrew's ChurchPostcode: SG14 1HZ

Fri 24 Jul20:00St Andrew's Church(3.9mi)

via St Andrew's Church

Community

Cuffley Players: '12 Incompetent Jurors' by Ian McWethy

Fri 24th - 8:00 pm

Fri 24 Jul20:00Cuffley Hall(4.1mi)

via Cuffley Hall

Community

Around £10 Adv / £13 Door (subject to availability)

Trojan Horses

Ska, Rocksteady & Reggae featuring Trojan Horses

Fri 24 Jul20:00Corn Exchange - Hertford(4.1mi)

via Corn Exchange - Hertford

Community

Danny Janeway

Join us to see Danny Janeway as he comes to Mad Squirrel Hertford for the first time

Fri 24 Jul20:00Mad Squirrel Hertford(4.2mi)

via Mad Squirrel Hertford

Community

Junior Academy Term 2 2026

Spotted Junior Academy Term 2 2026 on Essendon Country Club's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Sat 25 JulEssendon Country Club(0.4mi)

via Essendon Country ClubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Reading Friends

Reading friends

Sat 25 JulThe Hive(3.5mi)

via The HiveLocal gem

Likely freeSports & FitnessTheatre

Return 2 Play Youth Football

Youth Football

Sat 25 JulThe Hive(3.5mi)

via The HiveLocal gem

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Venues with events near Essendon

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Essendon Country Club0.4 miles away Hatfield House2.3 miles away

More about Essendon

Hertfordshire, England

Essendon is in Hertfordshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Essendon Country Club, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Essendon events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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