Wheathampstead & District Preservation Society
A special village
Those of us who live in Wheathampstead know how special it is. A rare haven of rural peace close to several large towns
and cities, two major roads into London and an airport. Although not as it was thirty years ago, the High Street with its
local shops still provides a focus for a community spirit which is valued by most residents. Our village is renowned by newcomers
for its friendliness.
Wheathampstead can still offer a choice of primary schools, a library, dentist, doctor, fire station and a range of shops
and services rarely found in villages today.
Toddlers feed the ducks from the Mill Bridge, teenagers fish from the Quay and families, walking groups and cyclists
come from all over the district to enjoy our local walks and escape from the hustle and bustle of cities and towns. More information about Wheathampstead and District
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Why do we need a Preservation Society?
Wheathampstead & District Preservation Society (WDPS) was formed in 1995 by villagers to:
- Protect what is best about Wheathampstead from what members feel is harmful development.
- Promote Wheathampstead as a village - its shops and businesses.
- Encourage the preservation of our countryside and green spaces.
We live in a time of change, with a constant increase in development, traffic, pollution and the cost of housing. All
of these take their toll on our village. WDPS is well known for fighting against developers and those who are careless of
the concerns of villagers and our environment.
WDPS is an example of local people getting together to say what it is we want for our village. We don’t want to
preserve the village in aspic but to ensure that any changes benefit rather than damage it. Our successes have shown what
local people can do when we act together.
More info about Wheathampstead & District Preservation Society and what we do
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The Members of the Committee
The current members of the Wheathampstead & District Preservation Society Committee are:
Rick Sanderson - Chairman
Nigel Oxley - Vice-Chairman
David Watson - Treasurer
Madeleine Salter - Membership Secretary
Vivienne Kendall - Minutes Secretary
Richard Brett
Julie Bell
John Wackett
Sonja Fillingham
How you can help
- Join Wheathampstead & District Preservation Society and help us to protect our village
- Find out more about current issues and campaigns
- Receive regular newletters telling you about our activities
- Have your say in how we should preserve and promote Wheathampstead
- Click here if you're already a member and would like to renew your subscription
Membership is just £5 per year per household.
Raise an issue with us
- Is there an issue that you believe we should take an interest in?
- Would you like to comment on any current issues?
Would you like us to keep you informed?
Please fill in the form below if you would like us to email you about any new major campaigns.
If you're already a member of WDPS, the easiest way to renew your subscription each year (£5 per household)
is by standing order. Please click on the link below for the Standing Order form, print it off, fill it in and send
it to your bank.
Click here to download Standing Order form
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