Hartford Civic Society

Cherish the past
Protect the future

Hartford Civic Society is a registered charity which works to improve the village of Hartford and aims to protect its identity.

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A picture of the Hartford sign, which was gifted to the Village by Tom Birtwisle in 1971. The sign is painted in black and silver and features an image of a hart, or stag, crossing a river. The sign is edged with oak leaves and acorns.

News

Introducing our new Tidy-up Team

We're working hard to make little improvements to help make Hartford an even better place.

6 hours ago

A picture of John Szostek wearing his skiing gear. He is smiling broadly and there are mountains and endless blue sky in the background.

John Anthony Szostek

The Trustees of Hartford Civic Society are deeply saddened by the recent passing of our former Chair, John Szostek.

Jun 10

Granny H is pictured holding large bouquets of flowers. She is standing alongside Hartford Civic Society Chair, Lorna Byrne

Hartford Civic Society award winner is featured on BBC Breakfast

Hartford Civic Society’s Civic Awards were launched earlier this year to recognise the many wonderful individuals and organisations who help to make our village an even better place. The latest award winner is so special, her story was taken up by BBC Breakfast, who chose to feature it on their programme on Monday 8th June. Over the last couple of years “Granny H” has been busily knitting teddies, rabbits, dogs, angels, soldiers, snowmen - and a variety of other knitted chara

Jun 8

What's on?

Autumn trip to Plas Newydd House and Garden
Wed 23 Sept
National Trust - Plas Newydd House and G
Our autumn trip, on Wednesday 23rd September, takes us back to North Wales, to visit Plas Newydd House and Garden on the Island of Anglesey.
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Tidy-up Team tackle Riddings Lane
Mon 28 Sept
Brook Way
We are working hard to make small improvements to help make Hartford an even better place. Hartford Civic Society's new Tidy-up Team will be cleaning signs, cutting back vegetation and generally making the area a little tidier.
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Multiple Dates
Hartford Litter Pick
Sun 11 Oct
Hartford
Everyone is welcome to come along and help keep the village looking tidy - our adult and junior litter pickers do a fabulous job. Litter picking equipment is provided, although you may want to bring work gloves!
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