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The historic building is up for sale

Council backs plans to transform historic Hemel Hempstead building into nursery

A picture of The Bury prior to its closure

Council says historic Hemel building is 'not for sale' after brochure 'error'

Christian Bale outside Mentmore Towers in Batman Begins

Mentmore Towers owner hits out at claims Batman building could be purchased

Dorothea Bate was one of the leading scientists at the museum in the 1940s

New plaque unveiled at Tring museum celebrating pioneering female scientist

LEGO Marvel Avengers: Endgame Final Battle building set with nine minifigures and Thanos

Huge LEGO Marvel set is now £60.99 on Amazon

LEGO Marvel Avengers: Endgame Final Battle building set with nine minifigures and Thanos

Huge LEGO Marvel set is now £60.99 on Amazon

A computer-generated image showing how the improved drama department at Aldenham School could look. Credit: NVB Studio/Aldenham School/Hertsmere Borough Council planning portal.

MP slams plans to make Hertfordshire county of sanctuary for refugees

The heated outdoor vitality pool is at the heart of the Moddershall Oaks spa experience, with countryside views and cocktails delivered straight to the water.

This luxury woodland spa is made for switching off

The parchmarks reveal the outline of the parterre designed by Capability Brown at Beechwood Park School in Markyate

Dry weather reveals hidden bit of history at school in Markyate

How the new plaque for Dorothea Bate could look at the Natural History Museum in Tring. Credit: Natural History Museum/Dacorum Borough Council planning portal.

Natural History Museum in Tring gains approval for pioneering scientist tribute

The Neo three-piece hard shell luggage set is currently £50.99 in a limited time Amazon deal.

Amazon's number one bestselling luggage set is now just £50.99
Amazon shoppers looking to upgrade their holiday luggage can currently pick up a three-piece hard shell suitcase set for £50.99
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Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh pictured last month (Photo by Jane Barlow - WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Duchess of Edinburgh visits Hemel snow centre to support military sports team

Hugo Intense Eau de Parfum for Men is now reduced to £51.84 for 125ml on Amazon.

Hugo fragrance deal makes the 125ml bottle cheaper than 75ml

Hertfordshire Charter. Image supplied by Hertfordshire County Council

Hertfordshire Charter will be displayed alongside the Bayeux Tapestry

The H.yeed travel set includes a hard-shell cabin suitcase, matching duffel bag and cosmetic bag for organised packing.

Three-piece luggage set to get you ready for all travel on sale

Why mums like me are turning to the Yoto Mini for magical story time adventures (aff)

Why mums love the Yoto Mini for screen-free story time

Celebrate birthdays with confidence by choosing bouquets from Bunches, the customer-voted UK's favourite family business.

This florist has won a major award if you're buying birthday bouquets

Dacorum Borough Council launched a Town of Culture bid in March

Hemel Hempstead snubbed in UK Town of Culture shortlist

A picture of The Bury prior to its closure

Heritage trust proposes move to unused historic Hemel Hempstead building

The two-piece luggage set from 5 Cities includes a Ryanair-compatible underseat holdall alongside a larger hard-shell suitcase for longer trips

Ryanair luggage set works out at under £12 a bag in the sale

Amazon’s bestselling Google Fitbit smartwatch has dropped by 44%, making it a cheaper way to track fitness and sleep

Bestselling Amazon fitness tracker now has 44% off

Olivia Bowen's memoir expands on themes of motherhood and self-discovery explored in the ITV2 series

Olivia Bowen memoir now £17

Amazon’s ETRONIK cabin bag is now £17.99, offering a cheaper way to travel light and stay within Ryanair and easyJet airline baggage limits

Ryanair and easyJet size cabin bag now £17.99

How the new plaque for Dorothea Bate could look at the Natural History Museum in Tring. Credit: Natural History Museum/Dacorum Borough Council planning portal.

Museum in Tring wants to create plaque celebrating pioneering female scientist

The Philips Dual Basket Airfryer uses a removable divider to create two 3.55-litre cooking zones

This flexible Philips air fryer is now under £79

Philip Kingsley Hair Repair Travel Collection contains four holiday-ready haircare essentials designed to protect, nourish and repair hair exposed to sun, chlorine, salt water and heat styling while you're away.

Review: The Philip Kingsley travel sets worth packing this summer

The Malibu Bikini is one of Ashley James's favourite swimwear picks from Pour Moi

Review: The holiday bikini that combines comfort and style

Beauty Pie Nice Legs Tinted Super Blur Body Lotion helps create smoother-looking, more even-toned legs

Review: Beauty Pie lotion that instantly blurs and brightens legs
A wash-off tint, lightweight hydration and an instant blurring effect make this new Beauty Pie body lotion a useful shortcut for anyone wanting smoother-looking legs in seconds
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Jawhara collection sweet dates eau de parfum: A luxurious arabian escape in every spritz (aff)

Sweet Dates perfume blends vanilla, raspberry and luxury (aff)

Alessia Russo was included in this year's Honours List. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Birthday Honours List: Former ceo and footballing greats among Herts honourees

The Shavont luggage set includes a cabin suitcase and matching travel duffel bag, making it an ideal choice for travellers who want options.

Ryanair-friendly travel set gives two luggage options in one buy

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ghd Platinum+ straighteners cut by £82 in Amazon beauty deal (aff)

ghd Platinum+ straighteners now £166 on Amazon

This is one of the earliest pictures of Whipsnade Zoo's famous chalk white lion, excavated in 1933

Whipsnade Zoo shares never-before-seen pictures as it celebrates 95th birthday

The Musicozy Bluetooth sleep mask combines built-in speakers with blackout eye coverage for sleep and travel use.

The £28 sleep gadget people say helps with noisy nights and flights

Yoto launches new 'Yoto originals week' celebrating audio stories, music and fun for kids of all ages (aff)

A brilliant screen-free audiobook player kids genuinely love

I recently tried the PerfectDraft Pro Black and it’s ideal for BBQ weather (aff)

PerfectDraft Pro Black bundle review

The ghd Air Hair Dryer has dropped to £109.99 in Amazon’s latest limited-time beauty deal.

ghd Air hair dryer falls to £109 on Amazon

Reg East received an MBE in the recent New Years Honours List

Hemel Hempstead foster carer of over 40 years gets royal invite after MBE

Why mums like me are turning to the Yoto Mini for magical story time adventures (aff)

Why mums love the Yoto Mini for screen-free story time

Google launches new Fitbit Air: I found these affordable fitness trackers you can buy now for under £25 (aff)

Google launches new Fitbit Air coming this May

Checking the result – players can now take part in daily £1 lottery draws online

£1 UK lottery now pays out every day with £25,000 jackpots

Miniature military tanks paraded around Gadebridge Park at previous event

Council confirms date for Armed Forces Day event in Hemel Hempstead

These new colourful pink, blue and green suitcases from Sara Miller London are standout luggage - and they fit within Ryanair size requirements.

Say bye to boring luggage with these colourful Ryanair-size suitcases

This Narwey for Ryanair Cabin Bag has a pretty flamingo print, making it stylish and practical.

The prettiest Ryanair-friendly cabin bag is now on sale on Amazon
You don’t have to choose between style, price and functionality with this eye-catching cabin bag which fits within Ryanair size requirements.
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I just found this travel kit that will make packing for my summer holiday so much easier (aff)

The travel kit that makes summer packing simple

PC Charlie Fuller was this year's recipient of the Frank Mason Memorial Award

'Selfless' Hemel police officer wins prestigious award

The baby gifts I’m buying for my friends that they will actually use (aff)

Practical baby gifts new parents will actually use

Several large suitcases are on sale on Amazon right now - with up to 33% off - including Samsonite and FLYMAX luggage.

Several large suitcases are on sale on Amazon right now

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (newest gen)

Amazon Kindle: New devices on sale as support withdrawn for old models

Several major fashion and department store retailers, including M&S, Next and Primark, have announced their opening and closing times for the Easter weekend.

Easter 2026 Major UK retailers opening hours - M&S, Next and more

Hemel Hempstead's 50 Fest event. More events like this could authorised if the bid is successful.

Hemel Hempstead bids to become first ever UK town of Culture

The Shark SteamSpot uses targeted steam to lift dirt from hard floors without chemicals

Shark SteamSpot hits lowest price in months with 41% off

How Simba could help give you a better nights sleep and avoid a ‘sleep divorce’ (aff)

Experience uninterrupted sleep with Simba

The Certified Refurbished version of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is now on sale.

You can get the latest Kindle model for less than £100 on Amazon

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