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Welwyn Garden City Society

Ebenezer Howard's vision of a Garden City was one that would combine the benefits of living in a town with those of living in the country. It would be a place in which people would both live and work in beautiful surroundings; in a city that would be not only a "city in a garden", but a "city of gardens" and an example of good civic design and architectural harmony.

The Welwyn Garden City Society subscribes fully to these ideals, despite the fact that the town has long since exceeded its planned size and that many of its residents commute to London and elsewhere. Furthermore the town's administration is now linked with that of Hatfield.

This, together with other social changes such as mass car ownership and the growth of out-of-town shopping means that the Ebenezer Howard's original vision is constantly under pressure. This does not mean that the Welwyn Garden City Society is solely concerned with preservation and conservation, although it does watch closely what is being planned and tries to represent public opinion in matters of local concern.

A newsletter is produced to keep people in the picture as to what the committee is trying to achieve. From time to time special meetings are called when a pressing item needs airing among members. Committee meetings are held approximately every month, which any member may attend as an observer. The minutes of these meeting are displayed in the Campus Library for all to see.

Date of AGM: June/July

Membership costs per annum:
Individual - £10.00; Over 60 - £5.00
Family - £15.00; Over 60 - £7.50
Corporate - £50.00.