News

Voters urged to register to vote before it’s too late

With under four weeks to go until the voter registration deadline for local elections in Three Rivers on 7 May, anyone who wants to vote must make sure they are registered in time. Elections and democracy 24 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

'Boots on the ground' at Ebury Play Area

The removal works of invasive non-native species has begun at Ebury Play Area. Cllrs Stephen Giles-Medhurst OBE, Leader of Three Rivers District Council, and Sarah Nelmes, Deputy Leader of the Council, give a short update. Leisure, parks and culture 24 March 2026

Your Council

Local Plan intervention outlined at parish forum

The district council’s next move on its key planning document was discussed at the latest parish engagement meeting. Your Council 24 March 2026

Waste and recycling

Easter bin collection date changes

Owing to the Easter bank holidays on Friday 3 April and Monday 6 April there will be changes to waste and recycling collection dates across Three Rivers. Waste and recycling 23 March 2026

Crime and safety

Residents invited to public meetings on local policing

Residents are invited to attend two public meetings next week to learn more about procedural changes to local policing in Three Rivers. Crime and safety 19 March 2026

Elections and democracy

Pupils’ passionate ideas inspired district councillors

Local pupils pitched ideas to Three Rivers District councillors that their respective schools would benefit from at the latest Youth Council. Elections and democracy 19 March 2026

Planning

Council reacts to government intervention over Local Plan

The leader of Three Rivers District Council has expressed his “disappointment” after the government announced it was intervening over the district’s Local Plan. Planning 19 March 2026

Your Council

Council adopts bold plan for Three Rivers

The key themes, priorities and aims that will direct local government in Three Rivers over the next three years have been set out in a bold new plan. Your Council 18 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

Work begins to remove invasive plants at a popular Rickmansworth play area

The removal of invasive non native species in the Ebury Play Area is beginning, paving the way for the anticipated re-opening of the much-loved playground. Leisure, parks and culture 18 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

Review requested into reopening popular woodland walk

Long-term plans to improve a popular woodland walk at Rickmansworth Aquadrome, such as installing a boardwalk, are set to be reviewed by council officers. Leisure, parks and culture 16 March 2026

Your Council

Reminder: Central Government consultation on Local Government Reorganisation closing on 26 March

Residents and organisations across Hertfordshire are reminded to have their say on proposals to change the structure of local government in the county. Your Council 13 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

Rising sports stars in Three Rivers urged to apply for talent scheme fronted by Olympians and Paralympians

Up-and-coming athletes in Three Rivers are being given the chance to take their sporting careers to the next level with Everyone Active's Sporting Champions scheme. Leisure, parks and culture 13 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

Volunteers gave guided tour of district’s best hidden secret

Senior councillors learned how volunteers look after wildlife and habitats at one of the district’s best hidden secrets. Leisure, parks and culture 13 March 2026

Community and living

Free health and wellbeing events coming to Three Rivers

A series of Three Rivers health and wellbeing events has been announced, providing practical information and support within the community. Community and living 13 March 2026

Housing

BLOG: Prepare for major reforms to renting

Cllr Steve Drury, Lead Member for Community Engagement, Public Protection, and Housing, is urging landlords and renters in Three Rivers to prepare themselves as major reforms to renting in England are soon set to kick-in, such as the abolishment of ‘no fault evictions’. Housing 6 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

BLOG: What we know about how the water behaves at the Aquadrome

We have received a report that informs us how water moves at the Rickmansworth Aquadrome. I thought I would take some time to explain what this means for the nature reserve, writes Cllr Jon Tankard, Three Rivers District Council’s Lead Member for Climate Change & Sustainability. Leisure, parks and culture 5 March 2026

Animals

Information appeal on puppies dumped near busy motorways

People who may have information on four puppies that were found dumped near busy motorways are being urged to come forward. Animals 4 March 2026

Environment and Climate Emergency

Local environmental champions to be recognised under new award scheme

Residents, organisations and groups can become environmental champions under a new award scheme launched by Three Rivers District Council. Environment and Climate Emergency 3 March 2026

Your Council

Get set to test your general knowledge at the Chair’s annual quiz

Test your general knowledge at the Chair’s Quiz Night and help raise money for two causes. Your Council 2 March 2026

Leisure, parks and culture

Investigation works at Aquadrome

Investigation works are set to be carried out at the Rickmansworth Aquadrome to help gain a better understanding of the ground conditions for planned site enhancements. Leisure, parks and culture 27 February 2026

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