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Welcome to The Arts Society Harpenden Evening 

(TASHE)

The Arts Society Harpenden Evening promotes art and related topics in an entertaining and engaging way presented by experts in their field. We focus on making the subject matter accessible and appealing to a broad audience.  Our members attend monthly evening lectures by accredited experts, enjoy stimulating special interest days, visits to museums, exhibitions and private houses, and longer cultural tours, whilst meeting friends with similar interests. Monthly lectures are held at 8.00 PM on a Wednesday, usually on the third Wednesday of the month at the Eric Morecambe Centre in Harpenden. 

 One of the few evening branches in the UK, we meet in a contemporary theatre venue in Harpenden where members can enjoy a drink before the lecture.

 We welcome members from anywhere in the surrounding area.

If you would like to join us click here for our application form  




LATEST NEWS

 

TASHE VISIT:  Althorp House, Northampton

26 August 2026:  DAY TRIP BY COACH FROM HARPENDEN

Althorp is the childhood home of Diana, Princess of Wales and the Spencer family.   

The coach will depart from central Harpenden.  Admission includes access to the house and the extensive grounds.  Lunch is not included but there is a cafe to buy refreshments.

Please contact us giving your name, email address and mobile number.

 Cost: £48

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IT'S TIME TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP

The 2026–27 rate remains at £50.00 per person, unchanged from last year.
To renew, please pay £50.00 by internet banking, our preferred method where possible, using the details below:
TASHE
Lloyds Bank
Sort Code: 30-97-25
Account No: 01894420
Reference: your surname followed by your first-name initial.

Alternatively, send a cheque for £50.00, payable to “TASHE”, to:
Philip Smith, TASHE Treasurer, 19 Bowers Way, Harpenden AL5 4EP

Payment is due by 31st August 2026. If renewing as a couple, one payment of £100.00 is fine. 
If your contact details have changed, or you no longer wish to renew, please let us know by email at 
theartshe@gmail.com or contact Liz Flawn, Membership Secretary, on 01582 768688.

For members declaring Gift Aid to HMRC, the eligible amount is £50.00.




WHAT'S COMING UP
Wednesday 26 August 2026
Visit
Althorp House, Northampton DAY VISIT
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14


Wednesday 23 September 2026
Lecture
1066 and All That: The Bayeux Tapestry – what does it really depict? Some secrets and mysteries revealed
Martin Heard
22


Wednesday 21 October 2026
Lecture
Manet and Monet: Founders of Impressionism?
Norton Asbury
23