New Restart Grant for businesses launched
To provide a much-needed cash boost to thousands of businesses in the borough as they start to reopen this week, ...
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Watford’s first day back at business with town’s high streets welcoming back visitors!
After a three and a half month period of closure, the town centre and Watford’s other diverse shopping and re...
Read moreWelcome Back Watford! Eat, Shop and Enjoy all the town has to offer!
From Monday 12 April, Watford will once again be open for business as Watford BID, Watford Borough Council and local businesses ...
Read moreAtria Watford welcomes 12 April opening confirmation
Following the recent government announcement, Atria Watford has welcomed the news confirming non-essential retail can reopen from Monday 12 April. The ...
Read moreWatford BID webinar recording
This is an online event from March 25th which is available for you to view on YouTube: https://www.youtube....
Read moreRock Up will be open from Monday 12th April!
Rock Up Watford are super excited to have a date in the diary to be re-opening on the 12th of ...
Read moreWatford Market looking for new small businesses with improvements underway
With the exciting new improvements underway at Watford Market and set to be completed by summer, Watford Borough Council are ...
Read moreEscape Hunt launch brand new corporate game: Five Eyes
Whilst we may be coming to the last leg of lockdown, the days of the virtual social are far from ...
Read moreLuther Blissett receives the Honour of Freedom of the Borough
Watford FC's record top goal scorer, influential charity worker, spokesperson for anti-racism... and he's even switched on Watford BID's Christmas ...
Read moreM&S Watford join the Kickstart Scheme
M&S Watford is taking applications for a newly launched work placement programme to enable young people, aged 16-24, ...
Read moreWatford flying for the flag for the Commonwealth and supporting International Women’s Day
Watford Borough Council joined organisations and groups worldwide at 10am on Monday 8 March to celebrate Commonwealth Day as part of ...
Read moreEscape Hunt take away the dread of the virtual social
If you’ve exhausted every team-building activity, every recruitment task and you’ve asked enough of your peers an ‘interesting fact a...
Read moreThe new name for Watford’s shopping and leisure destination is Atria Watford
New brand sets out vision for bright future of North London and Hertfordshire’s premier shopping and leisure destination The ne...
Read moreInfection rates decrease but no room for complacency says Watford’s Mayor
Watford Borough Council is pleased to announce that the number of COVID-19 cases recorded are improving across Watford, with the ...
Read moreMaking new memories this Mother’s Day with the Watford Gift Card
What’s your favourite memory with your mum? Just the two of you hitting the shops before a very big sl...
Read moreLast chance to nominate your favourite Watford businesses
Voting for the Watford Service Excellence Awards will close today (8th February 2021) at 11:59PM, meaning it is the last chance ...
Read moreWatford town centre businesses vote 'YES' for Business Improvement District second term
Businesses in Watford town centre have voted overwhelming in favour of a second Business Improvement District (BID) term from 1st ...
Read more£4m investment to help end homelessness in Watford
In January it was announced that homelessness had been temporarily ended in Watford, going from more than 100 verified rough sleepers ...
Read moreWatford flying the Union Jack flag to honour Captain Tom Moore
Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor said: On behalf on the whole town and even as far as the whole ...
Read moreBusinesses urged to apply for new Covid-19 grants
Businesses in Watford are encouraged by Watford BID to apply for the latest round of Covid-19 grants, following a decision ...
Read moreFixed Penalty Notices being issued to non-compliant businesses
Businesses in Watford are being urged to adhere to Government coronavirus restrictions after the owner of a local barber shop ...
Read moreOne week to go - Nominate your favourite Watford businesses
There is one more week left for Watford Observer readers to nominate Watford businesses that they feel have provided outstanding ...
Read moreWatford BID Ballot - 1 week to go
There is one week to go until the Watford BID ballot closes. Ballot papers must be returned to Watford Borough ...
Read moreWatford Market set to undergo exciting new improvements
Works are underway to revitalise the current space and trading units and attract a new generation of customers to the ...
Read moreWatford BID Service Excellence 2021
HELP CELEBRATE OUR OUTSTANDING BUSINESSES DURING CHALLENGING TIMES Businesses in Watford town centre that have delivered excellent service over the ...
Read moreSafer shopping will help stop the virus spreading and save lives
With increasing pressure on hospitals and the UK now in what we hope is its last lockdown period, people are ...
Read moreFinal Draft Local Plan presents a vision for a vibrant, growing Watford
Over the next six weeks, residents and businesses across Watford are being asked to share their views on the final ...
Read moreCovid community heroes in Watford are recognised
Three local residents were honoured by Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor and Chairman Cllr Aga Dychton last month as ...
Read moreJohn Lewis to fund local hostel residents’ skills training
One YMCA have won a £25,600 grant from The John Lewis Partnership Community Investment Fund so hostel residents can complete skills t...
Read moreWatford BID Ballot opens!
The Watford BID Ballot is open from today (8th January) until Thursday 4th February 2021, allowing business to vote on a ...
Read moreBright future for Watford Colosseum
Plans have been accelerated to ensure that the celebrated Grade II listed Watford Colosseum remains an iconic venue for future ...
Read moreBounce Back Better - Statement on Government financial support
A third lockdown will cause severe pressure, and irrevocable damage, on businesses many of whom have been under the toughest ...
Read moreUK enters National Lockdown - Message to local residents
The UK is now in national lockdown, with coronavirus cases rising rapidly across the country... Peter Taylor, Elected Mayor of ...
Read moreWatford's open businesses in Lockdown
If you're unsure of where is still open in Watford town centre, we have compiled this handy list of where ...
Read moreMerry Christmas everyone!
Watford BID would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas!! It's been a difficult year and Christmas will have ...
Read moreWatford BID backs call for 'Special Support' measures for Retail, Hospitality and Leisure businesses
• Watford BID represents over 400 businesses with 70% of those in the retail, hospitality and leisure sector. • Significantly damaging financial hit for busi...
Read moreApplications for more business support grants
Businesses that were forced to close under the second national lockdown restrictions legislation and were not eligible for the Local ...
Read moreWatford BID launches Business Plan for 2021 - 2026
Today was an important day for the future of our town centre as we launched the Watford BID Business Plan ...
Read moreEmployers encouraged to reward staff and keep money local with the Watford Gift Card
Watford BID is encouraging employers in the area to consider rewarding staff with the Watford Gift Card for Christmas this ...
Read moreWatford Gift Card: Shop Local this Christmas
The Watford gift card is the perfect present this Christmas for residents wishing to shop local and support Watford based ...
Read more'Help the ELF Service' Christmas Game cancellation - Announcement
⚠️'Help the Elf service' Christmas game cancellation announcement ⚠️ It is with regret that in consultation with our key partners we have dec...
Read moreLaps To Lapland initiative to help raise money for local charities
Watford Borough Council in partnership with local bike share provider Beryl Bikes have launched a Christmas initiative – Laps To Lapland, to...
Read moreWatford town centre welcomes new businesses
Fashion retailer Joules, fast-food brand Tikka Nation and independent café bar The Garden Rooms are among a growing number of n...
Read moreIntu Watford shopping centre extends opening hours
Intu Watford shopping centre has extended its opening hours to allow people more time to do their shopping during December. ...
Read moreWatford town centre reopens safely following lockdown
Shops, gyms, hairdressers, beauticians, bars, restaurants and the town centre bowling alley are among the many businesses that have opened ...
Read moreEscape Hunt to launch intu Watford venue
● Global escape room phenomenon to provide new immersive experience for Watford shoppers ● Follows a number of other new openings at the ...
Read moreWatford to be placed in Tier 2
It has been announced that Hertfordshire and Watford has been placed as a high-risk area in the government’s strengthened sy...
Read moreCOVID-Safe, Outdoor Christmas Adventure Game launching in Watford!
HELP THE ELF SERVICE! EXCITING, FUN CHRISTMAS GAME FOR ALL SOLVE CLUES VIA ‘AUGMENTED REALITY’ TECHNOLOGY! 8th DECEMBER - 31st DECE...
Read moreCalling all Artisans, Creators and Makers
Watford Borough Council is seeking out creative individuals or groups who are looking to turn their creative talents into a ...
Read moreWatford residents urged to Shop Local and help business community to survive and thrive
Watford BID are proud to be working on this important campaign in partnership with Watford Borough Council and the message ...
Read moreShop Local, Shop Watford
Shop Local, safely A second national lockdown poses many challenges for us all, and as a community it is up ...
Read moreBusinesses in Watford invited to apply for grant
Watford BID are encouraging local businesses to check whether they are eligible for a new government funding pot designed to ...
Read moreWatford town centre is still open for essentials, click & collect and takeaways
If you're unsure of where is still open in Watford town centre, we have compiled this handy list of where ...
Read moreWatford Junction Forecourt Transformed
Watford BID have supported the transformation of Watford Junction forecourt, which has now been completed by Watford Borough Council in ...
Read moreWatford's first dementia friendly restaurant reopens
The town’s first intergenerational dementia friendly restaurant – organised by West Herts College and Watford Borough Council – has reopened after provid...
Read more(Ghost) busting Halloween waste myths
We all love Halloween for the pumpkin lanterns, costumes and decorations, but one of the scariest things about the festival ...
Read moreResidents urged to control spread of COVID-19
As COVID-19 infection rates rise across the town, residents are urged to take action now to stop the spread of ...
Read moreWatford celebrates another record breaking year for its parks
Watford’s green spaces have been granted more Green Flag awards than any other district in Hertfordshire, for the fifth ye...
Read moreGreat British September Clean inspires 70 Watford residents to better their local environment
Watford Borough Council and Veolia, its recycling and waste partner, supported over 70 residents to take part in litter-pick events in ...
Read moreCamelot unveiled as new sponsor of Watford Beryl bike share scheme
National Lottery operator Camelot will sponsor Watford’s popular Beryl bike scheme for the next three years. Camelot, operator of Th...
Read moreWatford Cycle Hub building is unveiled
A new custom designed cycling facility funded by Watford Borough Council will enable Watford Cycle Hub to expand its core ...
Read moreWatford to become the UK's first WhatsApp high street
• Watford Borough Council is partnering with WhatsApp to create the UK’s first ‘WhatsApp High Street’ of businesses that are running ...
Read moreCOVID-19 impact Watford's annual Firework Display
This year’s Cassiobury Fireworks Display have unfortunately had to be cancelled in response to current Covid-19 guidance and restrictions. Th...
Read moreNew COVID-19 safety measures and infection control training for taxi and minicab services
To keep taxi drivers and customers safe, over 50 taxi and private hire drivers licensed by Watford Borough Council have already ...
Read moreThe Palace is re-opening for Christmas!
Watford Palace Theatre’s team have been working hard to find a way to welcome you back to our beautiful th...
Read moreIconic Watford Football Club relic nominated for Hertfordshire Museum Object of the Year Award 2020
Watford Borough Council is excited to announce that The Watford Observer Clock has been nominated for Hertfordshire Museum Object of ...
Read moreKickstart Scheme for Watford Businesses
The chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a £2bn ‘kickstart scheme’ to help young people get jobs! Your business can join in an...
Read moreDementia carers walk pilot launches next month in Watford
Watford Borough Council and Cathartic CIC are launching their ‘Think about living with dementia’ programme in October that’s helping carers...
Read moreWatford Borough Council secures more funding for rough sleepers
Watford Borough Council is pleased to announce it has been successful in obtaining funding from the Ministry for Housing, Communities ...
Read moreWatford and Three Rivers to pilot local contact tracing scheme
Watford and Three Rivers will be the first councils in Hertfordshire to pilot a local contact tracing initiative aimed at ...
Read moreWatford supports September clean-up campaign
Watford Borough Council and Veolia UK have pledged their support for this year’s Great British September Clean, run by en...
Read moreintu Watford parking to be cashless from 1st October
intu Watford parking will be cashless payments only for customers as of the 1st October. In line with many businesses ...
Read moreWatford's weird and wonderful town centre entertainment
Check out the video! Watford Borough Council with support from Watford Palace Theatre combined their talents and experience to transform ...
Read moreLimited reopening for Watford Borough Council offices to the public
Watford Borough Council has announced that it is reopening the Town Hall on a limited basis from Wednesday 2 September. To ...
Read moreWatford residents can now test for Coronavirus at Town Hall car park
People in Watford with suspected coronavirus symptoms can now visit a local drive-through test site if they need one. Watford’s ...
Read moreNEXT to open new beauty store at intu Watford
Just confirmed, NEXT has signed a deal to take on the former Debenhams store at intu Watford. The store will ...
Read moreAn adventure awaits in the great outdoors - major improvements at Garston Park!
Garston Park has undergone a series of biodiversity and recreation improvements, thanks to Watford Borough Council’s ongoing work to en...
Read moreFind all your back to school buys at intu Watford
Where can you stock up on education essentials? As the summer holidays start to come to an end, it’s ti...
Read moreDon’t lose your voice - residents in Watford urged to look out for their voter registration details from Watford Borough Council
Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on decisions that affect them by making sure their electoral ...
Read moreWatford Helps Covid appeal funds face-coverings for vulnerable people
Face coverings which are a key factor in protecting people from the spread of coronavirus in public spaces like shops, ...
Read moreUpdated legislation makes its quicker and cheaper for food premises in Watford to apply for outdoor seating area licence
Changes have been made to the way in which premises in Watford can apply for pavement licences for outdoor seating ...
Read moreFirst taxi driver gets Travel with Confidence accreditation
The first of many independent taxi drivers to qualify for Watford Borough Council’s new Travel with Confidence accreditation mark ar...
Read moreDelivery of new outdoor food bin to Watford residents
Watford residents should look out for a delivery of their new brown outdoor food waste bin as part of the ...
Read moreEnjoy cinema under the stars with Watford’s Big Screen – Movies on the Move!
Residents from Watford will be able to enjoy a ‘cinema under the stars’ experience and watch the sunset over the town...
Read moreStrong support for carbon reduction in Watford’s sustainability survey
THE results of Watford’s biggest ever public consultation on the sustainable future of the town show that over 94% of re...
Read moreWatford Museum prepares to reopen this weekend
Watford Museum is preparing to welcome visitors back for the first time this weekend on Saturday 1 August since it had ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council sets ambitious new direction for Covid-19 renewal
Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet approved a new Council Plan 2020-24 at its meeting tonight (6 July). The plan – Watford Together. Our ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council’s Cabinet agrees new plan to help the homeless and rough sleepers
Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet has tonight (Monday 6 July) agreed a new and radical five-year plan to tackle homelessness and ro...
Read moreCouncil urges residents to play their part in Watford’s safe reopening weekend
Watford Borough Council is working closely with the town’s restaurants, pubs and bars to get ready to safely reopen to...
Read moreStation forecourt improvements kickstart plans to transform Watford Junction Station
Work has started on one the first of a series of improvement projects aimed at bringing Watford Junction into the 21...
Read moreCouncil and local charity devise new post-covid plan to keep rough sleepers off the streets
A new customised facility and service within the One YMCA hostel in Charter Place has been jointly designed and mobilised ...
Read moreYour visit to Watford town centre - Survey
We are delighted that you have visited Watford town centre recently. Your local High Street needs you after what has ...
Read moreCouncil and police crackdown on anti-social behaviour with barriers at Cassiobury car park
New barriers have been installed at Cassiobury Park due to the increase in reports of anti-social behaviour and littering in ...
Read moreHelp shape Watford’s response to climate emergency
A new survey is being launched to Watford residents today asking for their views on how to improve sustainability in ...
Read moreRenovation of Watford Junction forecourt to start
Improvement works get underway later this month to enhance the forecourt outside Watford Junction which, with over 8 million users a ...
Read moreWelcome back to Watford town centre – shop local, stay safe
Watford town centre, and other retail areas across the town, are gearing up to welcome people back as non-essential shops ...
Read moreOut with the old, in with the new at St Albans Road
A key thoroughfare in Watford, St Albans Road will be undergoing a revitalisation project led by Watford Borough Council to ...
Read moreParking restrictions and enforcement to resume on 15 June
Drivers in Watford are being given advanced notice that parking enforcement albeit with slightly different enforced hours is resuming in ...
Read moreAdditional burial space agreed for North Watford Cemetery
Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet has agreed proposals that will see nearly 400 new burial spaces created at North Watford Cemetery. Ca...
Read moreElected Mayor urges eligible Watford businesses to apply for new discretionary business grant
Watford Borough Council is encouraging local businesses to check whether they are eligible for a new government funding pot designed ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council launches photography competition to capture this unique time
Watford Borough Council has launched a photography competition ‘Watford in Extraordinary Times’. The competition, as part of the council’s Watfor...
Read moreNew grant announced for small business: Covid-19 Business Support Grants: Local Authority Discretionary Grant Fund
On Friday 1 May, the Government announced new support for small businesses that are not eligible for any of the current ...
Read moreBestselling author and Watford Borough Council launch new community campaign
As part of the Watford Together initiative, which aims to bring the community together in these difficult times, Watford Borough ...
Read moreWork is well underway on ambitious Oxhey Activity Park project
Watford Borough Council are bringing exciting new sport, play and leisure facilities to award winning Oxhey Park. The new facilities ...
Read moreintu Watford outlines how it will keep people safe when non-essential retail reopens
intu Watford has outlined how it will safely support the gradual reopening of non-essential retail stores at the centre in ...
Read moreWould you walk 500 miles….for Watford’s charities?
Watford residents are being asked to take part in a ‘Walk for Watford Challenge’ that aims to raise critical funds for ...
Read moreRoad closure marks start plans for re-opening of Watford town centre
To prepare for a safe, phased re-opening of Watford town centre, Hertfordshire County Council is closing access to the High ...
Read moreWatford Leisure Centre playing its part in the fight against COVID-19
Increasing the opportunities for people to get tested for COVID-19 is critical to preventing the spread of the virus and ...
Read moreHuge support for the Watford Helps Covid-19 charities appeal
Famous footballers, rugby stars, actors and pop artists are amongst those lending their weight to the Watford Helps Covid-19 appeal ...
Read moreHealthy Hub launched virtually in Watford to help domestic abuse victims
A new health and wellbeing service funded by Hertfordshire County Council and delivered in partnership with district and borough councils ...
Read moreCOVID-19 Information for Watford Businesses
For the latest relevant information for businesses, please visit our Covid-19 Information Page We are acutely aware that these are ...
Read moreLondon Northwestern Railway timetable changes from 18th May
From Monday 18 May we will be making some further changes to the London Northwestern Railway timetable. The timetable includes the ...
Read moreChanges to Watford's waste and recycling collection proposed for the autumn
Watford Borough Council’s Cabinet will review the timetable for introducing the agreed changes to the town’s waste and recy...
Read more£100k donation from Camelot kickstarts COVID-19 charities appeal
Watford-based Camelot, which runs The National Lottery, has made a donation of £100K to Watford and Three Rivers Trust’s COV...
Read moreWatford Borough Council suspends Green waste collections temporarily due to COVID-19
Watford Borough Council has taken the decision to suspend the borough’s green waste collection from 20 April 2020 to ensure the co...
Read moreAmazing community spirit in Watford will link outstanding volunteer response to those in need
Nearly 500 people have responded to a call to help provide support for those most in need across Watford by signing ...
Read moreCoronavirus emergency support funding made available for charities and community groups
Watford Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council are working together to provide new coronavirus emergency support funding from £3,000 to £10,000 for lo...
Read moreChanges to parking restrictions in Watford
From Tuesday 24 March, Watford Borough Council have suspended enforcement of the council’s off road car parks, the town’s perm...
Read morePlans to increase Watford's tree canopy get the go ahead
Watford Borough Council has unveiled its plan to increase the town’s tree canopy cover from 18% to 20% over the next te...
Read moreA message from Watford BID
These are testing times for us all but now more than ever is a time for community spirit, helping one ...
Read moreWatford flying for the flag for the Commonwealth
Watford Borough Council joined organisations and groups worldwide at 10am on Monday 9 March to celebrate Commonwealth Day as part of ...
Read moreWatford Council announces next Pensioners’ Forum
Watford Borough Council is inviting pensioners from across the town to take part in another engagement opportunity that gives older ...
Read moreCelebrate Watford’s iconic people & places with a unique exhibition and family-fun trail!
Watford businesses have teamed up to launch an iconic Watford statue exhibition and trail which captures the spirit of local ...
Read moreHeroes needed for Watford’s Spring Clean
Watford Borough Council and its recycling and waste partner Veolia have pledged their support for this year’s Great British Sp...
Read moreWatford Rotary Club brave the winter to plant trees at Cassiobury Park
Green-fingered members of Watford Rotary Club helped Watford Borough Council plant trees in Cassiobury Park as part of their nationwide ...
Read moreListed building undergoing major refurbishment
300 year old Frogmore House and garden is undergoing major renovation and repair, thanks to plans passed by Watford Borough Council. ...
Read moreFunding awarded to Watford Borough Council to help rough sleepers
Watford Borough Council has been awarded £416k to continue with its existing support programme for rough sleepers and provide further i...
Read moreWatford championing crucial role of parks with ‘Nascot Grange’
Championing the crucial role parks and green spaces is at the heart of our communities, Watford Borough Council has recently ...
Read moreWatford Gift Card Coming Soon!
Take the decision out of gifting and buy the Watford gift card for a wide choice of spending across food, ...
Read moreBeacon is lit to mark the start of Hertfordshire Year of Culture in Watford
Culture was in the spotlight last week when Watford Borough Council launched its 12 month programme of arts and heritage activities ...
Read moreInspire your local community to get on a bike
If you love cycling recreationally and want to support others to get riding, become a British Cycling Ride Leader with ...
Read moreCar Parking changes at Woodside Leisure Centre
A new car parking system will be in operation at Woodside Leisure Centre from 16 January, which will benefit leisure centre ...
Read moreMajor transformation of Clarendon Road continues
The third phase of the Clarendon Road transformation programme will be taking place over the next 10 months from Monday 6 January. ...
Read moreWatford’s burial service achieves gold status
Watford Borough Council’s burial service has received the highest national accredited standard by the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Ma...
Read morePlans to transform Watford Cycle Hub unveiled
As part of Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor’s manifesto commitments to sustainable transport, Watford Borough Council is investing in...
Read moreWho gets your vote for the Watford BID Service Excellence Awards?
Voting is now open for the annual Service Excellence Awards run by Watford Business Improvement District. The awards – in their fo...
Read moreWinter Night Shelter supporting Watford’s rough sleepers
Watford Borough Council together with homelessness prevention charities New Hope and One YMCA will for the second year run a ...
Read moreDon’t lose your voice - residents urged to vote in upcoming election
Local residents are being advised not to lose their voice on matters that affect them by voting in the upcoming ...
Read moreWatford Gymnastics Club recognised for their great community work at the Hertfordshire Service to Sport Awards
On Tuesday 19 November, the sixteenth annual Hertfordshire Service to Sport Awards took place celebrating the dedication and selfless efforts of ...
Read moreReducing Business Costs - Meercat Associates
Watford BID are acutely aware that it is expensive to run a business in Watford and are always searching for ...
Read moreChristmas comes to Watford with spectacular switch-on!
On Sunday, 17 November, thousands of people came into Watford to see the most spectacular lights display ever seen in the ...
Read moreDriving you forward with grant schemes for electric vehicles
The Office for Low Emissions Vehicles is offering financial support to householders and businesses across the UK for the installation ...
Read moreNew to Watford: Measured Menswear
Measured Menswear Watford is a brand new store with a fantastic range of suits, jackets, knitwear, shirts and more 👔 Located in ...
Read moreGreen Gym volunteer recognised by People's Postcode Lottery
The Green Gym's fantastic team member Dave Lawson was runner up for the People's Postcode Lottery Volunteer of the Year ...
Read moreIts official! Watford is the happiest place in the whole East of England region
Watford has scored the highest happiness rating in Hertfordshire and in all of the East of England region, according to ...
Read moreVisitor numbers to Cassiobury Park reach all time high
Over 2 million people visited award winning Cassiobury Park this year. They enjoyed walks in nature, the playgrounds and paddling pools, ...
Read moreWinter In Watford 2019
Experience Watford this Winter with spectacular Christmas Lights, Santa’s Grotto, the Sleeping Beauty Pantomime, live shows at The Colosseum an...
Read moreWatford Christmas Lights Switch-On, taking place on Sunday 17th November by The Pond
Watford businesses have come together to fund a truly spectacular Christmas Lights Display which will illuminate Watford high street on ...
Read moreYMCA - Watford's Charitable Gymnasium!
WATFORD YMCA Gym opened its doors back in the 1970s by Prince Charles. Amazing offering of facilities which is all ...
Read moreClarendon Road in Watford to shut for one week
The skyline in one of Watford's most important roads could begin to look very different next month. That is because ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council announces new Managing Director
Watford Borough Council has announced Donna Nolan, currently Deputy Chief Executive of Mendip District Council, as its new Managing Director. ...
Read moreELECTRIC UMBRELLA founders win CHARITY WORKERS OF THE YEAR at WATFORD’S Audentior
Electric Umbrella’s founders Mel Boda and Tom Billington scooped the award for CHARITY WORKERS OF THE YEAR at the Wa...
Read moreWatford celebrates the heroes with awards ceremony
Watford’s unsung heroes have been celebrated at the Audentior Awards and recognised for their dedication in making the town a ...
Read moreFree activities in the town in support of Fun Palaces
Watford Borough Council is supporting Fun Palaces, a free, nationwide campaign to encourage people to get involved in the local ...
Read moreNew dementia cafe to offer welcoming space in Watford
One of the key ambitions in Watford’s plan to become an accredited dementia friendly town will be realised as a ...
Read moreHelp wanted in catching fly tippers in Watford
Watford Borough Council is seeking further witnesses to a significant fly tip of bonded asbestos roofing sheets in Orchard Close ...
Read moreThe Langley: Featured Business
Located in the heart of Watford, The Langley is a modern state of the art events facility venue. The scale ...
Read moreHappy First Birthday, Debenhams!
Debenhams at intu Watford is celebrating its first birthday in style with an exclusive beauty event from Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 ...
Read moreWatford households urged to return electoral canvass forms
Watford households are being urged to complete and return their annual canvass forms. The canvass is a type of survey ...
Read morePlans to renovate the Watford section of the River Colne are unveiled
Watford Borough Council and The Colne Catchment Action Network has launched a new 10 year project that aims to bring eight ...
Read moreWatford needs your help to celebrate town’s heroes
Every day in Watford, people are positively contributing to our town and improving the lives of fellow residents. These actions ...
Read moreIt’s time to pick the nation’s favourite parks – vote for Cassiobury Park
Help Cassiobury Park win the nation’s favourite park again by voting for the park in the People’s Choice Awar...
Read moreNew wetland restoration project in Cassiobury Park to provide wildlife sanctuary
Cassiobury Park – the award winning park managed by Watford Borough Council and Veolia – will be undergoing an exciting wetlands restoration proj...
Read moreOn your marks, get set, go - Big Sports is back!
The summer holidays might be over soon, but that won’t stop the fun! Organised by Watford Borough Council and no...
Read moreLas Iguanas brings Latin spice to Watford
Las Iguanas is set to open the doors of its latest venture on 2nd September, with its trademark carnival of ...
Read moreNew shrubs to be planted at Cassio Common
An amazing beauty spot with an enormous amount of history behind it, Cassiobury Park goers will soon be able to ...
Read morePeace Hospice Care Board Members Required
Board Members Required Peace Hospice Care provides specialist support for individuals and their families and carers facing a life-limiting illness ...
Read moreShow support for Shopmobility!
Shopmobility Watford is a local charity which loans manual and battery powered wheelchairs and scooters to anyone with a mobility ...
Read moreDon’t lose your voice - residents urged to look out for their voter registration details in the post
Local residents are being warned not to lose their voice on matters that affect them by completing their annual canvass (...
Read moreHave your say on the taxi licensing in Watford
Local taxi drivers, companies and passengers can have their say on Watford Borough Council’s proposed ‘Vehicle Licensing Policy’. The propos...
Read moreNew digital parking payments are just the ticket in Watford
New digital parking payments are just the ticket in Watford Residents of controlled parking zones in Watford will be able ...
Read morePretty Poppy, Butterfly and Daisy display unveiled at intu Watford
A stunning display of 100 hand-sculpted metal poppies, butterflies and daisies was unveiled at intu Watford on Monday 29 July in support ...
Read morePuttshack to open at intu Watford in 2020!
Puttshack, the UK’s leading indoor mini golf experience, will open at intu Watford in the summer of 2020, in the ce...
Read moreTeenage girl praised for quick thinking action after boy arrested
A teenage girl who called police when she saw someone with a knife has been praised by officers for her ...
Read moreThe Peace Hospice Poppy, Butterfly, and Daisy display opens at intu Watford
Rita Taylor, widow of football legend Graham Taylor, unveiled a commemorative display for Peace Hospice Care at intu Watford. Hand-sculpted ...
Read moreFree JiveSwing Festival returns to Cassiobury Park
Watford Borough Council’s Big JiveSwing Festival returns to the bandstand in Cassiobury Park on Sunday 28 July, from 1 to 6pm. Th...
Read moreWatford Borough Council runs free and fun activities for 5 to 15 year olds this summer
Watford Borough Council is again hosting a range of free, fun and challenging activities during the school summer holiday for ...
Read moreWatford gets closer to 'dementia friendly town' recognition
Watford is on its way to becoming a dementia friendly town after the ‘Watford Dementia Action Group’ was recognised by offi...
Read moreWatford remembers lives lost in Sandringham Road during World War Two
To commemorate the 75th year anniversary of the 37 people killed in Sandringham Road by a German bomb during World War ...
Read moreNew John Lewis Style Studio!
Delivering a new level of personal experience, John Lewis & Partners Watford will introduce a Style Studio where four personal ...
Read moreWhat an ace event at intu Watford!
Hundreds of tennis fans, young and old, gathered to watch Wimbledon screen-side at intu Watford from 1-14 July in what ...
Read moreA Bug's Life Makes You Happy
A BUG’S LIFE MAKES YOU HAPPY – Research reveals closer connection to nature makes people happier – – intu brings giant British bugs int...
Read moreWatford Town Centre's Annual Flower Displays Blossom
For the fourth year running, Watford Business Improvement District (BID) businesses have funded colourful floral displays to enhance the look &...
Read moreVeolia offers a cash boost for environmental projects in Watford
If you have a Watford based project or an idea that inspires people to do the right thing with their ...
Read moreA Tasty Week For Watford Town Centre!
Watford town centre’s fantastic range of restaurants, pubs, and bars teamed up for the third consecutive year to celebrate Wa...
Read moreWatford Borough Council Chairman supports Rwandan Sisterhood fundraiser
Recently appointed honorary Chairman of Watford Borough Council Cllr Asif Khan kicked off his charitable activities this month by supporting ...
Read moreWatford Celebrates Make Music Day at Cassiobury Park
Watford was one of over 1000 towns and cities around the world that joined the international Make Music Day celebration with ...
Read moreAgeing gas mains to be replaced near historic Whippendell Woodland
Work is about to begin on an essential project to replace ageing gas mains in Watford’s Grove Mill Lane an...
Read moreWatford flying the flag to honour the Armed Forces
Watford Borough Council and the Chairman of the Council, Cllr Asif Khan are flying the Armed Forces flag today (24 June 2019) ...
Read moreWatford Mayor reopens newly restored ‘Rustic’ bridge in Cassiobury Park
The restoration of Cassiobury Park’s ‘Rustic Bridge’ over the River Gade has been completed by Watford Borough Council. Watford’s Electe...
Read moreWatford BID Food & Drink Map
Watford BID have launched a town centre Food & Drink Map, illustrating the huge array of restaurants, pubs, and bars ...
Read moreMayor launches 2019 Audentior Awards to celebrate town’s heroes
Nominations are now open for Watford’s 14th Audentior Awards which recognise local people and organisations who are actively making Wa...
Read moreWatford BID Annual General Meeting 2019
The third Annual General Meeting of Watford BID Limited will be held at The Business Lounge, West Herts College, Hempstead ...
Read moreBig Bandstand is back for another swinging summer of free live shows
Watford Borough Council announces a summer of free live music and dance performances at the town’s iconic bandstand in Ca...
Read moreWatford Borough Council announces next Pensioners’ Forum
Watford Borough Council is inviting pensioners from across the town to take part in the second in a series of ...
Read morePeace Hospice's Poppy, Butterfly, and Daisy Appeal
You're invited to be part of Peace Hospice's special spring appeal, by dedicating a Peace Hospice Care poppy, butterfly or ...
Read moreTransformation of town centre gateway completed
Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor was joined recently by representatives of Hertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) and Watford BID ...
Read moreBanishing the blues with beautiful birdsong at intu Watford
If you’re wondering why everyone’s smiling at intu Watford – it’s most likely because they’ve been listening to beautif...
Read moreHundreds of Watford Residents bag free compost
Hundreds of green fingered Watford residents took advantage of the warm weather and free compost on Saturday 11 May at Wiggenhall ...
Read moreWatford BID Businesses getting behind Watford FC
On Saturday 18th May, Watford Football Club played their first FA Cup Final since 1984, and our town centre became a ...
Read moreAction for Children designer pop-up to close after hitting its target of £45,000
Action for Children’s designer pop-up at intu Watford is set to open its doors for the last time on 22 Ma...
Read moreintu Watford to play birdsong to bring joy to shoppers and make them happier
(BIRD) TWEETING PROVEN TO MAKE PEOPLE HAPPIER – Four in five people in Watford say birdsong makes them happier – – intu Watford joins ...
Read moreMuseum celebrates 'Watford's Wembley Finals' ahead of the FA Cup Final
Watford Museum has mounted a foyer exhibition in celebration of Watford Football Club’s success in reaching the FA Cup Fi...
Read moreintu Watford helps HomeStart with charity shop revamp
intu Watford and its staff helped family support charity HomeStart to revamp its shop on Queens Road and two months ...
Read morePeter Rabbit hops to intu Watford for Easter fun
Last Thursday, 11 April, Peter Rabbit visited intu Watford to give egg-cited Easter Holiday shoppers a special treat. Throughout the day, ...
Read moreGoldsmiths pop-up makes way for new-look Watford showroom
Goldsmiths temporarily closes the door to its Watford store and opens a pop-up in anticipation of its new and improved ...
Read moreWatford Food & Drink week returns this June
Food & Drink Week returns to Watford town centre from Monday 17 to Sunday 23 June 2019. Dine out at Watford’s fantastic ea...
Read moreThe Entertainer opens 20 April
Join The Entertainer on Saturday 20 April for the Grand Opening of their new Watford store at intu. It's going to ...
Read moreEurope's biggest shoe retailer arrives at intu Watford
Europe’s biggest shoe retailer, Deichmann shoes, has opened its doors in Watford. Deichmann has moved into a 406 metre squared un...
Read moreEaster at intu Watford
Hatch a plan to spend Easter at intu Watford with the family, because the shopping centres got some cracking events ...
Read moreCôte Brasserie opens in Watford
Côte are delighted to be opening an elegant Parisian-style brasserie in Watford on Monday 25th February 2019 from 8am. Located o...
Read moreSignpost charity fundraiser
The local community is invited to put on their disco shoes and get dancing to help raise vital funds to ...
Read moreWinners of Watford BID Service Excellence Awards
Watford town centre businesses were celebrated for excellence in customer and client service last night (12th February) at Watford Colosseum. ...
Read moreintu to create new grab-and-go food offer following intu Watford extension launch
intu Watford is investing £1million to create a vibrant new food offering in the centre, which follows the recent launch o...
Read moreJob Vacancy: Destination Manager (Watford)
Destination Manager (Watford) £35,000/annum & generous pension Fixed term to 31 March 2021 Do you have the expertise, passion, and a desire t...
Read more£2.4m Hollywood Bowl arrives in style at intu Watford
The brand-new Hollywood Bowl intu Watford celebrated its official opening in style on Thursday night, with a VIP launch party ...
Read moreYoung Hertfordshire artists design new town centre banners
Sixty-one colourful banners have been installed by Watford BID (Business Improvement District) along the High Street, The Parade, Clarendon Road ...
Read more£2 parking after 5pm at intu Watford
From Monday 14 January, you can park at intu Watford for a flat rate of £2 after 5pm. Whether you're heading to a...
Read moreClarendon Road undergoing major transformation works
Clarendon Road is undergoing further major transformation works, which will see pavements, roads and the general look of the area ...
Read moreRestoration of Cassiobury Park’s ‘rustic’ bridge
Works to repair and restore a bridge over the River Gade in Cassiobury Park – led by Watford Borough Council - wi...
Read moreStep up to the challenge for Home-Start!
Step for Home-Start brings you the opportunity to get fitter, healthier and raise some money. Plus there’s the chance to...
Read moreWatford Borough Council transforming digital services with new address registration system
Watford Borough Council – one of four local authorities across England which submitted a joint application for the Local Digital Fund. Th...
Read moreCast your vote for the Watford BID Service Excellence Awards 2019
Voting is now open for the annual awards run by Watford Business Improvement District. The awards recognise businesses in Watford ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council sign the pledge to change how we all think and act about mental health
Watford Borough Council has signed an employer pledge with Time to Change, the growing social movement run by charities Mind ...
Read moreintu Watford charity Christmas tree changes colour when you donate
If you’re planning to rock around any Christmas trees this year, make it the new tree at intu Watford, wh...
Read moreWatford Borough Council secures £4.8m funding to revitalise Clarendon Road
Plans to revitalise a major road in Watford has received a multi-million pound boost from Hertfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP). ...
Read moreWatford we will surprise you - Winter in Watford
There's lots to do in Watford this festive season. With our new and improved town centre, there's plenty of options ...
Read moreLakeland Christmas cake decorating competition
Whether you're a long-term baking enthusiast of just starting out, Lakeland Watford are inviting you to take part in their ...
Read moreAngels & Elves Festive Trail
This December, Watford BID (Business Improvement District) has arranged a fun festive trail around Watford town centre. Until 30 December, 16 angels ...
Read moreChristmas stocking of fish for Oxhey Park
The Environment Agency – with the support of Watford Borough Council – has delivered an early Christmas gift to Oxhey Park, as thou...
Read moreTake a virtual tour of Prince Menswear
You can now take a virtual tour of Watford's premium menswear store - Prince. Using state of the art photography ...
Read moreChristmas at the Colosseum
VENUE: Watford Colosseum TICKET OFFICE: 01923 571102 (Mon-Fri 10-6, Sat 12-4) or www.watfordcolosseum.co.uk We have a thrilling program of ...
Read moreThe magic of Christmas has arrived at intu Watford
The countdown to Christmas officially began on Thursday when intu Watford was transformed into a glittering winter wonderland, illuminated by ...
Read moreWatford BID wins Place Management award
Watford BID (Business Improvement District) has won an award for Place Management at the National BID Awards for its role ...
Read moreGet your skates on this Christmas!
Set in The Parade, families can relish in the magic of Christmas, as Watford Borough Council’s Big Skate (24 November to...
Read moreChristmas Light Switch on at intu Watford - 15 Nov
Join intu Watford for an evening of fun at their 2018 Christmas light switch on. Warm up for the main event ...
Read more£2.4m development will see Hollywood Bowl arrive in style at intu Watford
New 14-lane Hollywood Bowl entertainment centre to open at intu Watford next month. The centre will feature an American-style Hollywood ...
Read moreSpice Girl tour exhibition comes to Watford
VENUE: intu Watford DATE: 15 November – 31 December 2018 TICKET PRICES:General Adult Admission: £10 / General Concessions Admission (children aged 12-16, students, OAPs): £7 / Guided Tour...
Read moreRemembrance Sunday services in Watford
This Sunday 11 November (Remembrance Sunday) marks the 100 year anniversary since the end of the First World War. To commemorate this ...
Read moreYour guide to Winter in Watford
Celebrate the festive season in Watford with ice skating, Christmas shows, shopping, Santa's grotto and more! For more events, news ...
Read moreBringing Cassiobury Park's history to life
The Cassiobury Park Restoration Project – led by Watford Borough Council – has been shortlisted for the Heritage and Conservation category at the ...
Read moreCineworld Watford opens - 14 Dec
Cineworld, one of the UK’s leading cinema chains, has today announced that Cineworld Watford will open on Friday 14th De...
Read morePlans for Centrepoint Community Centre
Watford Borough Council and Watford Community Housing are working together on plans for the delivery of much-needed social housing in ...
Read moreWatford Community Housing tenants – Have your say
Watford Borough Council councillors are keen to hear about tenants’ experiences with Watford Community Housing, the biggest housing association in Wa...
Read moreResidents will breathe easier as new hi-tech CityTrees set to arrive in Watford
As part of the Chalk Hill development, Watford Borough Council has arranged for the developer to introduce a large green ...
Read moreGet ready for a ‘free-ky’ half term at intu Watford
Halloween is back with a bump so prepare for some spook-tacular half term fun at intu Watford. Free for all ...
Read moreWatford BID shortlisted for place management award
Watford BID has been shortlisted for a National BID Place Management Award for their work on the High Street redevelopment. ...
Read moreCelebrate the Big Draw
Watford Borough Council’s Museum and local artist Lucy Joyce invite you to come along on Saturday 20 October, from 10am to...
Read moreCassiobury Park voted one of the country’s top 10 favourite
Cassiobury Park has been announced by Green Flag Award as one of the winners of the 2018 People’s Choice vote. Ea...
Read moreintu Watford attracts another aspirational brand with opening of Jack Wills
intu Watford has added another exciting name to its new development with the opening of a Jack Wills store this ...
Read moreintu celebrates National Customer Service Week in style
Shopping centre owner, intu celebrated world class customer service with a week-long campaign of activities across its nationwide portfolio of ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council makes small act of kindness towards local charity
Staff from Watford Borough Council and Veolia helped pack over 2,000 Warm in Winter gift bags for the charity Small Acts ...
Read moreWatford Retains Purple Flag Status
Watford has renewed its Purple Flag status after successfully demonstrating that it has a safe and well-managed night-time economy with ...
Read moreCassiobury Hub wins two accolades
Based at Watford's best loved park, Cassiobury Hub - built thanks to a major regeneration project led by Watford Borough ...
Read moreWatford Weekender
Businesses across Watford town centre will be offering customers exclusive discounts and activities during the weekend of Saturday 20th and ...
Read moreA new way for people to share their views on the Local Plan
The people of the Watford are able to access an anonymous interactive online chat via Facebook Messenger, which has been ...
Read moreWatford is the happiest place in Hertfordshire
Watford has scored the highest happiness rating in Hertfordshire, according to the annual Office for National Statistics (ONS) survey, which ...
Read moreFree tennis sessions in Watford
National sports charity ‘Tennis For Free’ has served up an ace for Watford by investing in a year-long programme of free...
Read moreintu Watford launch weekend – 27 Sept
Great brands are lined up and ready to open over the next few months. Kicking off with Debenhams on 27 September, ...
Read moreLearn to cook your home grown spuds and veggies with The Grove’s Head Chef
There is nothing better than growing your own spuds and vegetables! So why not come along to the home grown ...
Read moreNow open – Rock Up Watford
Rock Up Watford has opened. The new climbing centre offers over 27 exhilarating climbing walls and colourful climbing challenges towering over ...
Read moreVote for favourite Watford Park
Vote for your favourite park in Watford and show how the UK loves parks with the annual People’s Choice aw...
Read moreHave your say on the future of Watford
Watford Borough Council is starting to prepare its new Local Plan, which is the start to setting a vision for ...
Read moreSecond phase of High Street improvement works well underway
The second phase of the High Street improvement works, led by Watford Borough Council in partnership with Hertfordshire County Council ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council’s first free clothes swap
Come along to Watford Borough Council’s Museum on Thursday 13 September, where you’ll have the chance to refresh your ward...
Read moreBecome a Watford Football Club Kiosk Volunteer with Peace Hospice Care
For a second year Peace Hospice Care are working with Fabulous Fan Fayre on Watford match days. They provide volunteers ...
Read moreDiscover Watford’s heritage for free this September
Watford Borough Council’s Museum invites you to discover the town’s rich heritage with special free events and openings. Resi...
Read moreFree and fun activities this summer holiday
Following on from the Easter activities, Watford Borough Council is hosting a range of free, fun and challenging activities during ...
Read moreSummer workshops at Watford Museum
Come along to Watford Borough Council’s museum this month where you’ll have the chance to take part in a nu...
Read moreMayor visits Watford Riverwell
Peter Taylor, the elected Mayor of Watford, this week visited the newly opened marketing suite at Watford Riverwell. The Mayor ...
Read moreAnnual flower displays return
For the third year running, Watford Business Improvement District (BID) businesses have funded colourful floral displays in the town centre. ...
Read moreBig Screen 2018
Watford Borough Council’s gigantic and free outdoor cinema the Big Screen returns to The Parade by the pond from Fr...
Read moreShow off your talent in Watford town centre this summer
Watford Borough Council’s Own the Stage returns for a second year and is encouraging local performers to take part. If...
Read moreThe NightLight Walk with Peace Hospice Care
After the success of their first NightLight Walk Peace Hospice Care invite you to join them for their second magical 5...
Read moreWatford’s extraordinary open air performance festival returns 29 June – 1 July
Now in its eighth year, much-loved outdoor arts festival Imagine Watford will return in 2018 to transform the streets once again ...
Read moreCitiPark teams up with Watford BID to offer free soft drinks for designated drivers during World Cup 2018
To celebrate the World Cup 2018, leading car park operator CitiPark has announced that it will be running a ‘designated driver’ camp...
Read moreBig Bandstand is back for another summer of free live shows
The summer season of free live shows in Cassiobury Park begins this Sunday (3 June) as part of Watford Borough Council’s ...
Read moreSpace2 Photography Talk
Saturday 14th April, Watford Museum 3pm – 4pm No booking required David Champion David has worked in the photographic trade since he...
Read moreTown centre businesses celebrate awards success
Business owners, managers and staff at organisations in Watford town centre have been celebrating after being recognised for their excellent ...
Read moreWatford Borough Council’s Big Wordfest returns to Watford
Ever wanted to meet Alice in Wonderland, the White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, Queen of Hearts, Tweedledum and Tweedledee, the Cheshire ...
Read moreOxhey Park plans for wheeled sports centre and new community facilities approved
Families and young people will soon be enjoying the thrills of a state-of-the-art wheeled sports centre in Oxhey Park, following ...
Read morePeace Hospice Care - Urgent Call for Volunteers
Peace Hospice Care is putting out an urgent call for volunteers this week. The charity, which provides free, specialist, care ...
Read moreVoting now open for Watford BID awards
It’s time to get voting for the town centre businesses you think most deserve to win a Watford BID Se...
Read morePeace Hospice Care launches Pounds for Pounds 2018
Today (Monday 4th December), Peace Hospice Care announces that its annual weight loss fundraiser, Pounds for Pounds, is back for 2018. ...
Read moreintu Watford extension reaches key milestone
A ‘Topping Out’ ceremony took place at intu Watford today, to mark a key milestone in the multi-million pound redevelopment proj...
Read moreWatford secure renewal of Purple Flag award
Watford is celebrating after learning it has successfully renewed it’s prestigious Purple Flag status for its evening and night-time ec...
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