On the 4th Sept peers voted for the Healthy Homes amendment in the House of Lords, and the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill will be returning to the House of Commons on the 16th and 17th October. The amendments set out a new regulatory framework for housing, by ensuring that all new homes support the health of their residents….

A reminder that our AGM will be on 10th October starting at 7pm. It will be held in St John’s House, St John’s Walk, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ (part of the Memorial University of Newfoundland), just round the corner from St John’s ARC. Parking is available in the nearby Old Harlow car parks. We are very…

Over twenty studios in this idyllic setting will open their doors to offer an insight into the creative process and a chance to see the amazing diversity of talent and skills that are nurtured here at Parndon Mill. In addition to the fine arts of drawing, painting and sculpture, these include craftwork in glass blowing, glass…

There are three planning consultations seeking comments that we will be responding to. Harlow and Gilston Garden Town Partnership (HGGT) has two: Harlow Council is consulting on the Health Impact Assessment SPD. Further details and links to the documents and how to provide comments are given below. East of Harlow SPD The aim of the…

Poster designed by Laura Bracey Curry Harlow Civic Society is running a Good Garden Award for attractive front gardens that enhance the appearance of our town. Send us your nominations for well maintained attractive front gardens. We want to recognise their contribution to the town’s environment. We will provide an attractive certificate for award winners…

It is nearly time for the Society’s Summer Walk. This event will take place on Saturday 15 July 2023, starting at 10.30am from The Greyhound PH car park in the Town Park, in School Lane. Free parking is available for up to 2 hours at the weekend. However, this might not be enough so it…

A reminder that Harlow Council is asking for nominations to the Local List.The deadline is 5pm 23 June 2023. Do nominate items in your area so that they can be considered for inclusion on the Local List. Further information is given below, including how to make a nomination and what is on the current list. The…

We encourage you to respond to the following consultations: Harlow Council – Town Centre North development brief – deadline 5pm on 9 June 2023 Government – replacement for Environmental Impact Assessments – deadline 11.45pm 9th June. Harlow Council – Heritage Nominations – Local List Update – deadline 5pm 23 June 2023. For information on these consultations and how to…

The current exhibition at Parndon Mill runs until 25th June. It is open onTuesday – Friday from 10am to 5pmSunday from 2pm to 4pm. This intriguing exhibition of printmaking is enjoyable and also excites the imagination. It explores the theme of time, memory and evolution, ranging from the metamorphosis happening in the parks and gardens…

There will be a Love Your Library Day History Event at Harlow Town Library on Saturday 27th May, 10am-11.30am.   There will be an exhibition of photographs, newspapers and maps and Harlow Civic Society will be there. Come along and join a community tea and help build a memory box, sharing your memories of living in Harlow.