Linked Organisations
Linked Organisations are local groups that offer benefits to LALG and its members. Their details are given below - please contact the relevant group if you would like more information. Don't forget to take your current LALG membership card with you!
Please note that they are independent groups and it is their responsibility to provide us with any changes to the information given below. Note also that we do not share information about our members.
If you are interested in your group becoming a Linked Organisation, please see the document Criteria for Linked Organisations and contact Sheila linkedorgs@lalg.org.uk
| Group | Description | LALG Member Benefits | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldock Folk Club |
Closed at the moment. Will return when regulations allow. For information contact Brian Burke. |
Brian Burke 07768 274037 |
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| Broadway Gallery |
Exhibitions of arts, crafts and design, plus arts and crafts workshops. Café. (Formerly Letchworth Arts Centre) Please check our website for opening hours. Our priority is the safety of visitors, staff and artists. |
Usual member discounts on refreshments | 01462 476110 |
| David's Bookshop |
Bookshop offering Author's events and book signings |
10% over £5, some exceptions | 01462 684631 info@davids-bookshops.co.uk |
| Forty Plus Cycling Club |
Social Cycling Club. A 25- to 40-mile ride to a pub lunch, mainly on quiet lanes. Every Thursday, 10:30 am |
All ages and experience welcome. |
Geoff Perry 07770 600370 Stuart Collins 07710 507069 stuartcollins2016@gmail.com |
| Friends Of Norton Common |
A voluntary group working to preserve the precious habitat of Norton Common for the people and wildlife of Letchworth. Thursday working parties are now being held on a weekly basis, mornings only (subject to Covid restrictions) from 9:30am |
friendsofnortoncommon@virginmedia.com | |
| Letchworth Centre For Healthy Living |
Complementary therapies, counselling plus new classes and workshops – all in the latest brochure. |
5% discount on all classes apart from Mindfulness and Pilates subject to availability; 10% off cost counselling (low-cost counselling also available at reduced rates);10% discount in Nourish Café; 15% discount on room hire; |
Jacqui Derrick 01462 678804 |
| Letchworth District Gardeners Association |
Talks, outings, coffee mornings, trading store and our own summer and autumn shows. Meetings suspended. |
Discounted entry to monthly talks. | enquiries@ldga.org.uk |
| Letchworth Educational Settlement |
We are an independent adult education centre providing a diverse programme of courses from academic to recreational classes. Please see our website for details of our courses, events and other news. |
info@letchworthsettlement.org.uk | |
| Letchworth Festival |
An annual community festival promoting Letchworth, run by volunteers |
LALG supports the festival | contact@letchworthfestival.org |
| Letchworth Film Club |
Due to the current Covid pandemic and national lock down restrictions affecting the Broadway Cinema, the Letchworth Film Club is closed until further notice. |
Peter Griffiths 01462 671679 |
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| Letchworth Garden City Society |
We have some interesting lectures lined up but will hold them in person, when allowed, as we think that is what members will prefer. |
Admission at same rates as LGCS members. |
Philippa Parker 01462 686828 philippaclare@me.com |
| Letchworth Jazz Appreciation Society |
A forum for lovers of jazz to come together to enjoy jazz. For details of forthcoming events, contact: Bernard Pritchard 01763 248421 |
Bernard Pritchard 01763 248421 boogiemanbernie@aol.com |
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| Letchworth Men In Sheds |
A non-profit workshop based on UK Men's Sheds Association Model. Share skills, learn new skills, simply drop in to socialise Meetings will recommence when Government guidance allows. |
We believe the aims and objectives of the LALG and LMiS are very much in line with promoting well-being and social interaction. Members will be encouraged to join LALG. |
Peter Hill 07941-889066 letchworthmeninsheds@gmail.com |
| Letchworth Model Railway Society |
The Society meets weekly Mondays & Wednesdays at Standalone Farm. Meetings are currently suspended due to social distancing rules. |
secretary@letchworthmrs.org.uk | |
| Letchworth Natural History Society |
The Society has evening talks and social meetings at The Settlement in autumn, winter and spring, monthly Sunday rambles all year and Friday evening strolls May-Aug. We look forward to welcoming you to our talks when circumstances allow us to restart. |
Reduced admission prices with membership card. Under 16s free |
Pat Robinson 01438 515026 patrobinson759@btinternet.com |
| Letchworth Scale Model Club |
"Art and History in Miniature" - Static modelling covering most aspects of the hobby, figure modelling, vehicles, aircrafto ships, etc. Talks & Demos on associated topics. |
Link from website. |
Rod Johnson 01438 814225 rodjohnson.mail@ntlworld.com |
| Letchworth Sustainabilty Forum |
Community group charged with creating and initiating a sustainability plan for LGC. |
info@sustainableletchworth.org.uk | |
| Lordship Theatregoers |
We buy tickets at group rates for West End shows, and matinees at Milton Keynes Theatre. No travel arrangements are included. All members have been emailed with our plans for 2021. |
Free membership |
Clive Roylance cliveroylance@icloud.com |
| North Herts 50+ |
Please see our website for details of our courses, events and other news. |
Reduced entry fee to events and meetings. All activities e.g. classes, courses or social events at members' rate. |
Sheila Hogan 01462 743578 nh50plus@gmail.com |
| North Herts Guild Of Spinners, Weavers And Dyers |
Spinning, weaving, dyeing and other textile crafts. Meetings are suspended due to social distancing rules. |
enquiries to Guild Secretary craftingtogether@gmail.com |
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| North Herts Speakers Club |
Develops competence in communications and leadership. Normally first and third Wednesdays, 7:30 to 9pm at the Sun Hotel, Hitchin. Check with contact first. All visitors can attend free and after 6pm parking is free behind the hotel. |
John Kendall 01462 684036 |
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| Rainmakers International Folk Dance Group |
Dances of all styles from around the world. Meetings are suspended due to social distancing rules. |
Mark 01462 454210 |
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| Ramrugge Clog Morris |
Normally at Gt Wymondley Village Hall, SG4 7ET. New members, dancers or musicians welcome. Check dates with Cherry Carter. |
Cherry Carter or Paul at David's Bookshop 01438 724919 cherryandderek@gmail.com |
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| Transition Town Letchworth |
TTL’s thermal imaging camera (funded by the Heritage foundation) can be used to detect heat loss from your home, helping you to identify where to target home improvements to reduce your energy bills. Email us to borrow the camera. |
Free entry but £2 donation very welcome | ttletchworth@gmail.com |
| Willian Bowls Club |
Bowls club on Norton Common/Icknield Way. We will recommence when Government guidance allows. |
Reduced membership fee (33% discount) |
David 01462 642790 |
