What's On in Letchworth - 24 to 31 January

Here’s our round-up of some events over the coming week, compiled by the Local & Tourist Information Centre, also available in The Comet. For more information visit the Local & Tourist Information Centre’s website here

Forty Plus Cycling Club: Today, Thursday. This week’s ride is to Gustard Wood, with lunch at The Cross Keys. Next week’s ride is to Gamlingay, with lunch at The Woodview Farmshop. Meet at 10.30am. At The Three Magnets, 18-20 Leys Avenue. For more details call Geoff, the rides organiser on 01582 618196.

Free impartial energy advice: Friday, January 25. The Citizen Advice Bureau are hosting an energy advice session, with advice on how to understand your energy usage, cut your fuel bill and get the financial support you are entitled to. At St Paul's Church Office, 179 Pixmore Way. From 10am – 12pm.

North Herts Stamp Club: Friday, January 25. H is for? The Ron Sax Trophy a 9 sheet competition. Also exchange and mart. At the Mrs Howard Memorial Hall, Norton Way South. 7pm for 7.15pm start.

Letchworth Recorded Music Society: Friday, January 25. Featuring ‘The Virtual Presentation - Nimbus Records’ by Phil Ashton. At The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts at 7.30pm. Guests £2.50. New members and visitors welcome. For more details call Judie on 01462 632171.

Science and the Bible: Friday, January 25. Friday evening discussions over coffee, examining the relationship between science and the Bible. At 39 Pasture Road. Starts 8pm. For more details call 01462 626333.

Race Night: Saturday, January 26. Letchworth Howard Rotary Club are hosting a race night to fund-raise for their annual pantomime visit for under-privileged children. At Guide District Hall, Icknield Way. Doors open 6.30pm for 7.00pm. Supper included (bring your own drinks).Tickets £10 from 01462 683003.

Saturday Social Dance: Saturday, January 26. Come along for an evening of Sequence and Ballroom dancing. At Letchworth Free Church Hall, Norton Way South.  From 7.30pm to 10pm. Admission £5.00. Everyone welcome. For more details call Janice on 07766 685679.

Morgan & West Parlour Tricks: Saturday, January 26. Join time travelling magic duo Morgan & West for an evening chock full of jaw dropping, brain bursting, gasp eliciting feats of magic. The dashing chaps offer up a plateful of illusion and impossibility, all served with wit, charm and no small amount of panache. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. At 7.30pm, Tickets £12, £10 Concessions or £40 for a family of four. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com/Theatre.

Garden House Hospice Burns Night Dinner and Ceilidh: Saturday, January 26. The Garden House Hospice is hosting a Burns night at the Priory Barn, 25 Priory Lane, Little Wymondley, Hitchin, SG4 7HD. From 7.30pm. Tickets are £45 for a 3 course meal. There is also an auction, raffle, fun photo area and live ceilidh band. For more details visit https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/support-us/events.

The Creation Station - Baby Discover: Monday, January 28. Baby discovery is a unique baby learning & development experience with inspiring creative play & treasured artworks. At Mrs Howard Memorial Hall, Norton Way South. From 9.45am – 10.30am. Booking required as places are limited. For more details and to book call Chantal Craig on 07787 171546 or visit www.the creationstation.co.uk/chantalcraig. 

Baby Rhyme Time: Monday, January 28. Baby Rhyme Times are fun sessions of songs and rhymes suitable for babies and toddlers of all ages. At Letchworth Library, Broadway. From 10.30am – 11am. Free event.    

Herts Health Walks: Monday, January 28. Enjoy the countryside and local green spaces, with these free walks led by qualified volunteer leaders. Chose a stroll or a 2 mile walk. Meet at Three Magnets, Leys Avenue. At 10.30am. For more details visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks or call 01992 588433. No booking required, just turn up. 

Post-Natal Yoga and Baby Massage: Monday, January 28. Learn to massage your baby and provide a loving, fun and positive interaction that has been proven to nurture a baby’s health and development. At The Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living, Hitchin Road. From 10.45am -12.30pm. Course costs £51. For more details and what to bring visit www.letchworthcentre.org/classes/post-natal-yoga-baby-massage/

Letchworth Heritage Bridge Club: Monday, January 28. At Fortescue Hall, Pixmore Way, (Broadway end). Central Letchworth with parking. Every Monday at 1.00pm. All players welcome, members £2.50, visitors £3.50. Also a relaxed learning group for beginners and improvers on Fridays at 10.00am. For more details call Marion on 01462 730289.

Rosehill Community Singers: Monday, January 28 and Tuesday 29. Rosehill Community Singers will meet every Monday and Tuesday. From 2pm – 3pm with time to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a chat afterwards. At Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living, Rosehill Hospital, Hitchin Road. £4 per person. No need to book. For more details contact Jaqui Derrick 01462 678804, jaqui@letchworthcentre.org or www.letchworthcentre.org.

Letchworth Chorale: Monday, January 28. Join this friendly group of singers performing a variety of music. No audition required! At Central Methodist Church Hall, Pixmore Way. Starts 7.30pm. Just turn up on the night. For more details visit www.letchworth-chorale.org.uk.

Ceroc Classes: Monday, January 28. A great way to meet people and keep fit too. Beginners’ lessons are at the start of the class. Starts 7.45pm. At Spirella Ballroom, Bridge Road. Sessions £8 plus £3 membership fee for first timers. For more details contact Alma Neville on 07710 409167 or email alma@cerocspirit.co.uk.

Vintage Swing Dance Classes: Monday, January 28. Learn to swing dance, jitterbug and jive! Whether you are an absolute beginner with 2 left feet or a seasoned pro, these weekly swing dance classes have something for everyone. No partner or pre-booking required. At Brotherhood Hall, Gernon Road. From 8pm – 11pm. Admission £10 includes 2 classes, social/practice time and refreshments. For more details visit www.jiveswing.com.

Yoga for Busy Mums: Tuesday, January 29. Join this friendly yoga class for busy mums who need a bit of time to relax, restore and re-connect. At Norton Parish Hall, Common View. From 9.30am – 10.30am. For more details and to book call Jodie on 07902 012598 or email info@yoga-bliss.co.uk or www.facebook.com/northhertsyogablis/.

Herts Health Walks: Tuesday January 29. Enjoy the countryside and local green spaces, with these free walks led by qualified volunteer leaders. A 3 mile + walk. Meet at Standalone Farm (First carpark), Wilbury Road. At 10.30am. For more walks and further details visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks or call 01992 588433. No booking required, just turn up.

LALG Opera and Ballet Group: Tuesday, January 29. Two filmed performances of one-act ballets. The Firebird, with Margot Fonteyn and Still Life at the Penguin Café. At The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts 7.15pm. Admission £2.50 members, £3.50 non-members. No need to book, just turn up. For more details visit www.lalg.org.uk or call 01438 241043 

Gentle Yoga and Meditation Class: Wednesday, January 30. Enjoy a gentle and relaxing yoga practice followed by a guided meditation. At St Michael’s Parish Hall, Broadway. From 10.30am – 11.45am. For more details and to book call Jodie on 07902 012598 or email info@yoga-bliss.co.uk or www.facebook.com/northhertsyogablis/.

Citizens Advice North Herts - Energy Clinic: Wednesday, January 30. It is now easier than ever to choose the best energy deal. Find out how by bringing your bill to this weekly drop in clinic and be switched to a better deal. At Citizens Advice, 49 Station Road, Letchworth Garden City SG6 3BQ. From 1pm - 3pm.

Toddler Tales: Wednesday, January 30. Toddler tales is a mixture of lively stories and rhymes. Aimed at toddlers and pre-school children. At Letchworth Library, Broadway. From 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Free event.

La Traviata: Wednesday, January 30. Richard Eyre’s beautiful production provides the perfect setting for Verdi’s opera about a courtesan who sacrifices all for love. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. Starts 6.30pm. Tickets £17 includes a complimentary drink on arrival. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.

I’m Not Running: Thursday, January 31. An explosive new play by David Hare, premiering at the National Theatre and broadcast live to cinemas. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. Starts 6.45pm. Tickets £17 includes a complimentary drink on arrival. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.

Letchworth Jazz Appreciation Society: Thursday, January 31. Bob Wright presents “Big Band Bonanza” – a variety of jazz from across the years. At Letchworth Conservative Club, 1 Birds Hill. Doors open 7pm. Visitors and new members always very welcome. For more details call Bernard on 01763 248421 or 01462 454562, or just go along.

Forty Plus Cycling Club: Today, Thursday. This week’s ride is to Gustard Wood, with lunch at The Cross Keys. Next week’s ride is to Gamlingay, with lunch at The Woodview Farmshop. Meet at 10.30am. At The Three Magnets, 18-20 Leys Avenue. For more details call Geoff, the rides organiser on 01582 618196. 

Free impartial energy advice: Friday, January 25. The Citizen Advice Bureau are hosting an energy advice session, with advice on how to understand your energy usage, cut your fuel bill and get the financial support you are entitled to. At St Paul's Church Office, 179 Pixmore Way. From 10am – 12pm.

North Herts Stamp Club: Friday, January 25. H is for? The Ron Sax Trophy a 9 sheet competition. Also exchange and mart. At the Mrs Howard Memorial Hall, Norton Way South. 7pm for 7.15pm start.

Letchworth Recorded Music Society: Friday, January 25. Featuring ‘The Virtual Presentation - Nimbus Records’ by Phil Ashton. At The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts at 7.30pm. Guests £2.50. New members and visitors welcome. For more details call Judie on 01462 632171.

Science and the Bible: Friday, January 25. Friday evening discussions over coffee, examining the relationship between science and the Bible. At 39 Pasture Road. Starts 8pm. For more details call 01462 626333.

Race Night: Saturday, January 26. Letchworth Howard Rotary Club are hosting a race night to fund-raise for their annual pantomime visit for under-privileged children. At Guide District Hall, Icknield Way. Doors open 6.30pm for 7.00pm. Supper included (bring your own drinks).Tickets £10 from 01462 683003.

Saturday Social Dance: Saturday, January 26. Come along for an evening of Sequence and Ballroom dancing. At Letchworth Free Church Hall, Norton Way South.  From 7.30pm to 10pm. Admission £5.00. Everyone welcome. For more details call Janice on 07766 685679.

Morgan & West Parlour Tricks: Saturday, January 26. Join time travelling magic duo Morgan & West for an evening chock full of jaw dropping, brain bursting, gasp eliciting feats of magic. The dashing chaps offer up a plateful of illusion and impossibility, all served with wit, charm and no small amount of panache. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. At 7.30pm, Tickets £12, £10 Concessions or £40 for a family of four. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com/Theatre.

Garden House Hospice Burns Night Dinner and Ceilidh: Saturday, January 26. The Garden House Hospice is hosting a Burns night at the Priory Barn, 25 Priory Lane, Little Wymondley, Hitchin, SG4 7HD. From 7.30pm. Tickets are £45 for a 3 course meal. There is also an auction, raffle, fun photo area and live ceilidh band. For more details visit https://www.ghhospicecare.org.uk/support-us/events.

The Creation Station - Baby Discover: Monday, January 28. Baby discovery is a unique baby learning & development experience with inspiring creative play & treasured artworks. At Mrs Howard Memorial Hall, Norton Way South. From 9.45am – 10.30am. Booking required as places are limited. For more details and to book call Chantal Craig on 07787 171546 or visit www.the creationstation.co.uk/chantalcraig. 

Baby Rhyme Time: Monday, January 28. Baby Rhyme Times are fun sessions of songs and rhymes suitable for babies and toddlers of all ages. At Letchworth Library, Broadway. From 10.30am – 11am. Free event.     

Herts Health Walks: Monday, January 28. Enjoy the countryside and local green spaces, with these free walks led by qualified volunteer leaders. Chose a stroll or a 2 mile walk. Meet at Three Magnets, Leys Avenue. At 10.30am. For more details visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks or call 01992 588433. No booking required, just turn up. 

Post-Natal Yoga and Baby Massage: Monday, January 28. Learn to massage your baby and provide a loving, fun and positive interaction that has been proven to nurture a baby’s health and development. At The Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living, Hitchin Road. From 10.45am -12.30pm. Course costs £51. For more details and what to bring visit www.letchworthcentre.org/classes/post-natal-yoga-baby-massage/.

Letchworth Heritage Bridge Club: Monday, January 28. At Fortescue Hall, Pixmore Way, (Broadway end). Central Letchworth with parking. Every Monday at 1.00pm. All players welcome, members £2.50, visitors £3.50. Also a relaxed learning group for beginners and improvers on Fridays at 10.00am. For more details call Marion on 01462 730289.

Rosehill Community Singers: Monday, January 28 and Tuesday 29. Rosehill Community Singers will meet every Monday and Tuesday. From 2pm – 3pm with time to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a chat afterwards. At Letchworth Centre for Healthy Living, Rosehill Hospital, Hitchin Road. £4 per person. No need to book. For more details contact Jaqui Derrick 01462 678804, jaqui@letchworthcentre.org or www.letchworthcentre.org.

Letchworth Chorale: Monday, January 28. Join this friendly group of singers performing a variety of music. No audition required! At Central Methodist Church Hall, Pixmore Way. Starts 7.30pm. Just turn up on the night. For more details visit www.letchworth-chorale.org.uk.

Ceroc Classes: Monday, January 28. A great way to meet people and keep fit too. Beginners’ lessons are at the start of the class. Starts 7.45pm. At Spirella Ballroom, Bridge Road. Sessions £8 plus £3 membership fee for first timers. For more details contact Alma Neville on 07710 409167 or email alma@cerocspirit.co.uk. 

Vintage Swing Dance Classes: Monday, January 28. Learn to swing dance, jitterbug and jive! Whether you are an absolute beginner with 2 left feet or a seasoned pro, these weekly swing dance classes have something for everyone. No partner or pre-booking required. At Brotherhood Hall, Gernon Road. From 8pm – 11pm. Admission £10 includes 2 classes, social/practice time and refreshments. For more details visit www.jiveswing.com.

Yoga for Busy Mums: Tuesday, January 29. Join this friendly yoga class for busy mums who need a bit of time to relax, restore and re-connect. At Norton Parish Hall, Common View. From 9.30am – 10.30am. For more details and to book call Jodie on 07902 012598 or email info@yoga-bliss.co.uk or www.facebook.com/northhertsyogablis/

Herts Health Walks: Tuesday January 29. Enjoy the countryside and local green spaces, with these free walks led by qualified volunteer leaders. A 3 mile + walk. Meet at Standalone Farm (First carpark), Wilbury Road. At 10.30am. For more walks and further details visit www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks or call 01992 588433. No booking required, just turn up.

LALG Opera and Ballet Group: Tuesday, January 29. Two filmed performances of one-act ballets. The Firebird, with Margot Fonteyn and Still Life at the Penguin Café. At The Settlement, 229 Nevells Road. Starts 7.15pm. Admission £2.50 members, £3.50 non-members. No need to book, just turn up. For more details visit www.lalg.org.uk or call 01438 241043.

Gentle Yoga and Meditation Class: Wednesday, January 30. Enjoy a gentle and relaxing yoga practice followed by a guided meditation. At St Michael’s Parish Hall, Broadway. From 10.30am – 11.45am. For more details and to book call Jodie on 07902 012598 or email info@yoga-bliss.co.uk or www.facebook.com/northhertsyogablis/

Citizens Advice North Herts - Energy Clinic: Wednesday, January 30. It is now easier than ever to choose the best energy deal. Find out how by bringing your bill to this weekly drop in clinic and be switched to a better deal. At Citizens Advice, 49 Station Road, Letchworth Garden City SG6 3BQ. From 1pm - 3pm.

Toddler Tales: Wednesday, January 30. Toddler tales is a mixture of lively stories and rhymes. Aimed at toddlers and pre-school children. At Letchworth Library, Broadway. From 2.15pm – 2.45pm. Free event.

La Traviata: Wednesday, January 30. Richard Eyre’s beautiful production provides the perfect setting for Verdi’s opera about a courtesan who sacrifices all for love. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. Starts 6.30pm. Tickets £17 includes a complimentary drink on arrival. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.

I’m Not Running: Thursday, January 31. An explosive new play by David Hare, premiering at the National Theatre and broadcast live to cinemas. At Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap. Starts 6.45pm. Tickets £17 includes a complimentary drink on arrival. For more details and to book call 01462 681088 or visit www.broadway-letchworth.com.

Letchworth Jazz Appreciation Society: Thursday, January 31. Bob Wright presents “Big Band Bonanza” – a variety of jazz from across the years. At Letchworth Conservative Club, 1 Birds Hill. Doors open 7pm. Visitors and new members always very welcome. For more details call Bernard on 01763 248421 or 01462 454562, or just go along.