St Stephen Parish Council is updating North Close play area. We would like as many people as possible in the local community to complete the online survey and/or come along to our consultation workshop at North Close on Wednesday 15 April 2pm to 5pm. There will be an opportunity to see options, give input and speak with councillors and staff.
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for our Community Tree Planting Day! After weeks of rain, we were lucky to enjoy a beautiful cold but sunny day in the park.
Around 30 people of all ages came along to help plant trees and shrubs, creating the New Wild Edge along the park border with A405. Thanks to everyone’s hard work, 1,000 trees and shrubs were planted!
The New Wild Edge will enhance the green space, increase biodiversity and act as a natural sound barrier, improving the park for all visitors.
Thanks again to all who gave up their time to take part. Your support and community spirit made the day a fantastic success.
Join us at the New Wild Edge Community Tree Planting Day
St Stephen Parish Council invites you to take part in a community tree planting day and help create the New Wild Edge, a new area of trees and shrubs along the park boundary beside the A405.
The New Wild Edge will transform the boundary of the park, creating a richer, greener landscape for people and wildlife whilst helping to soften the impact of the busy road.
When: THIS SATURDAY 14 FEBRUARY 2026
Time: Drop in anytime between 11am and 3pm
Whether you can spare 20 minutes or a couple of hours, everyone is welcome to get involved. No previous experience needed.
Following grant funding from Herts County Council and The Tree Council, pupils from Killigrew School made a fantastic start to the project by planting 800 trees and shrubs in November.
This community planting day is the next step in the project, bringing the total number of trees and shrubs planted to 2,500.
By planting as a community, we’re investing in a greener, quieter and more wildlife-friendly future for Greenwood Park.
Families, friends, neighbours and residents of all ages are warmly invited to come along on the day and help us plant trees and shrubs that will grow and thrive for generations to come. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. All tools and guidance will be provided.
This project is part funded by Hertfordshire County Council’s Environmental Improvement Grant and The Tree Council.
Expressions of interest are invited for the provision of an ice cream van at Greenwood Park, Chiswell Green and Park Street Recreation Ground, Park Street, St Albans for the year from April 2026 to March 2027.
Interested parties should email the Assistant Clerk, Amanda Feron at amanda@ststephen-pc.gov.uk with company name and full contact details no later than 30 January 2026. Deadline for tender submission is 6 February 2026.
St Stephen Parish Council Christmas Market and Grotto – Sunday 7 December, 2-5:30pm
Step into the festive spirit at this community event with stalls full of seasonal gifts, handmade crafts and delicious treats.
Children can visit our free Santa’s Grotto to meet Father Christmas and share their Christmas wishes.
The afternoon ends with a candlelit carol service at 5pm – the perfect way to round off a magical afternoon.
Join us at Greenwood Park Community Centre, Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, St Albans, AL2 3HW and celebrate the season with your community – everyone is welcome!
Please join us on Sunday, November 9th for our Service of Remembrance at St Stephen Parish Council War Memorial, Park Street St Albans. Beginning at 2.45pm with the Parade of Standards, led by the Harpenden Pipe Band, along Park Street from the railway bridge to the War Memorial. The service will start at 3pm following the arrival of the Parade of Standards and will be led by Matthew Cooper, Park Street Baptist Church. The Service will close with the Parade of Standards returning along Park Street, led by the Pipe Band. The programme detailing the order of service will be available at the memorial or click here to view
St Albans City and District Council is undertaking a Community Governance Review (CGR) to look at the current arrangements for parish and town councils across the district.
A Community Governance Review is a legal process that enables district and borough councils to consider whether changes are needed to boundaries, governance or structure of parish and town councils.
Under Government plans, St Albans City and District Council (along with all District Councils in Hertfordshire and the County Council) will be abolished in 2028 and replaced by unitary local government structures.Before these changes take place, the Council is carrying out this review to determine whether any changes should be made to parish and town council arrangements.
For more information and to have your say click here.
Work to install brand new play equipment at Mayflower Road Play Area will begin on 1 September.
Please note: the play area will be closed during installation with the work due to finish by the end of September.
Recent improvements already completed:
Fence moved to create a larger play space
Gate into the mixed-use area has been removed
New self-closing gates installed
A huge thank you to everyone who took part in the consultations, your feedback has directly shaped the new design. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Armed Forces Day – A Wonderful Success!
St Stephen Parish Council’s Armed Forces Day event, held on Sunday 29th June, was a huge success and brought our community together in celebration of our Armed Forces.
A highlight of the day was the spectacular flypast of the iconic Lancaster Bomber – a truly wonderful and emotional sight enjoyed by all. We were delighted to have arranged this special flypast and will do our best to arrange another for next year’s celebration.
From the parade and flag-raising ceremony led by Deputy Lord Lieutenant Mark Bretton, to the afternoon of music, entertainment and community spirit, the event was filled with pride and gratitude for our Armed Forces.
Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and helped make the day so special. We look forward to seeing you all again next year!
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that one casual vacancy has arisen in the Office of Parish Councillor in the Park Street Ward of the Parish of St Stephen.
The vacancy will be filled by St Stephen Parish Council by co-option in accordance with the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) Rules 2006.
Please click here to read the notice