3rd May 2019
Some exciting events are on the horizon, literally. Watch this space to see how our fantastic skydivers and cyclists get on Nine dedicated cyclists will be taking on the 100 mile Prudential Ride London route on 4th August. The route was made famous by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic cyclists. Starting at the Queen Elizabeth […]
12th April 2019
Nearly 30 teams from local businesses and organisations took part in the ninth annual St Albans Pancake Race, held on March 5th 2019 and sponsored once again by SA Law. Competing in either the traditional running Pancake Race or the Flippin’ Walkers Race, hopeful teams flipped their way to the finish line for the […]
The Speakeasy event was a roaring success, raising £7600! Guests were transported into the 1920’s from the moment they arrived. Greeted by the establishment’s bouncer at the door checking passwords and directing them to the side entrance. And it continued with cocktails of the era, performances from the best swing singer in town and […]
10th September 2018
Think prohibition, bootleggers, illegal gambling, hot jazz/swing, whiskey barrels and tons of gangster-flapper style fun – and that is exactly what you’ll get! So, grab those pearls, fan those feathers and don’t forget your brill cream old sports! This is going to be one helluva party Saturday 10th November 7pm prompt – late St Michaels Manor […]
30th January 2018
What a flipping great pancake festival we had in St Albans! 32 teams from local Businesses and organisations competed for the prestigious winning trophies Competition was fierce, but Private Fly claimed the title as winners of the running race, as they flew over the finish line. (picture above) Manpower walked away with the winning […]
22nd December 2017
In May we were delighted to be shortlisted for the Hertfordshire Inspire awards in two categories, Social Enterprise of the Year and Community Champions. Imagine our surprise and overwhelming excitement when we were chosen as winners in both categories. In December we were shortlisted again, this time in the prestigious Hertfordshire Business Awards for ‘Social Enterprise of the Year’. We were […]
22nd November 2017
Claire and Tommy undertook an amazing 100km trek across the Sahara dessert over 5 days, all in aid of Home-Start Herts. After months of training, the day finally came and with nervous anticipation they boarded their plane to start an adventure of a lifetime. Their first night was spent in a hotel ready for an […]
25th September 2017
For one night only, you can experience the sort of service one would expect from a Top Class Torquay Hotelier, as St Michaels Manor dining room is transformed into the infamous ‘Faulty’ restaurant. You will be served a 3-course meal by Basil, Sybil and Manuel. Expect lashings of laughter and big servings of mayhem and chaos, […]
13th May 2017
The Rotary Clubs have always been great supporters of Home-Start and this year we were delighted to be one of the St Albans Charity Cycle Ride’s (SACCR) chosen charities. Our team signed up for the 10 mile challenge. After a slight incline to start with, it was a pleasent ride through the countyside on what […]
4th May 2017
The 5th Stevenage Walking Festival takes place on 6th to 14th May 2017 This fantastic week of events is put together, with the support of Stevenage Borough Council, by members of Stevenage Leisure 50, North Herts Ramblers, and Stevenage Health Walks group. The festival will be officially opened by the Mayor of Stevenage on 6th May […]
The Home-Start Herts Speakeasy event was a roaring success, raising £7600!
Guests were transported into the 1920’s from the moment they arrived. Greeted by the establishment’s bouncer at the door checking passwords and directing them to the side entrance. And it continued with cocktails of the era, performances from the best swing singer in town and a casino lounge.
All the guests made such an effort, their outfits were amazing and they had a fabulous time.