Harpenden Sustainability Market is back on the 17th of May, when we’ll be joined by some of the market’s most-loved stalls, plus some new faces to discover. Find out all about which local businesses will be there this spring with our market roundup.
First, coffee!
What better way to start with an organic, fairtrade coffee brewed in Padge’s solar-powered Italian coffee van? A firm favourite at the market, Padge’s is led by Paul, who strives to run the business as sustainably as possible. Remember to bring your reusable coffee cup for a discount on coffees and teas!
Read about how Padge’s reuses its waste and uses more sustainable coffee cups here.
Fresh, sustainable skincare
Tropic by Joy sells a wide range of skincare products, including plumping lip conditioner, moisturisers for broken skin, hand cream, body oils, hair products, body butters and soaps.
Joy discovered Tropic in 2019 when was looking for products without harmful chemicals to soothe her sensitive skin. Discover Tropic’s on-demand model and ethical ethos in our interview here.
Sustainable, less harmful candles
New Harpenden-based brand, Fragrance & Light, will also be back at the market with their range of sustainable fragranced candles and wax melts. Many of their beautiful products are shaped into floral or coastal motifs before being decorated with eco dyes and eco glitter. They are made from 100% golden soy or a mix of cocoa and soy, and all ingredients are sourced from the UK. Traditional candles use paraffin, a by-product of petroleum, and then scented with fragrance.
Find out Fragrance & Light’s top eco tips and what they love most about the market.
Admire greener crafts
Crossan Creations will be back with their decorative macrame pieces in a variety of earthy colours, including wall hangings, plant hangers, coasters, napkin holders, keyrings, coasters and centrepieces.
Discover how sustainability is woven into every piece, plus Kelsey’s top tips for mindful crafting.
Reuse, recycle, rejoice!
The ReVerbs will be back once again to entertain the crowds with rock, pop, jazz and country covers on ukuleles, keyboards, bass, drums, clarinet, and bassoon. They also perform original songs and you can even catch some harmony singing in the mix.
Sustainability is core to the band’s values and they enjoy supporting our mission of helping Harpenden’s residents live a more sustainable life. Find out more about the ReVerbs here.
Feeling peckish?
Then bring a knife and fork to sample The Aroma Artist’s delicious vegan Indian food. You’ll find Indian comfort food with a twist, such as warm chickpea curry served with fresh tomato salsa and accompanied with crunchy Bombay mix, cumin rice and vegetable samosas.
Priya Patel launched the business in July 2023 in response to her lifelong passion for cooking and entertaining. Discover The Aroma Artist’s top eco tips and why Indian food is so well-suited to the vegan diet.
Pick up some eco essentials
Market greats Jefferson Eco will be back with their selection of eco essentials for the home and greener gifts. Browse reusable items crafted from fabric that would have otherwise gone to landfill, including reusable baby wipes, kitchen towels and vegan wax wraps made by the Jefferson team and local, ethical and sustainable businesses.
Read out interview to discover what they love about the sustainability market.
Leave with a good book
The St Albans and District Soroptimist Club will also be back with a selection of preloved books for adults and children. The club is part of an international women’s voluntary organisation that works to improve the lives of women and girls. Their work includes raising money for local projects such as the St Albans and Hertsmere Women’s Refuge.
Find out more about their mission and ethos here.
Talk to local charities and organisations
If you want to find out more about sustainability projects and campaigns on your doorstep, then make sure you speak to some of the charities and organisations joining us on the day. You’ll meet representatives from the Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust, St Albans Cycle Campaign, The Green House and the Woodland Trust.
And of course, volunteers from Sustainable St Albans will be on hand to answer any questions you have about our events, projects and volunteering opportunities. This month we’ll be focusing on the Meet Your Neighbour initiative, so drop by our stand to discover how you can forge neighbourly connections while inspiring your street to become greener.
Market newcomers
You’ll also have the chance to check out new stalls at the May Sustainability Market. Trinity Orchards, the orchard, apple and wood artisan, will be joining us with their spirits, ciders and handcrafted homeware. For ready-to-eat delicacies including stuffed aubergines, courgettes and peppers, vegetable burgers and bruschetta, stop by Handy-Veg-Man’s stall.
We’re looking forward to the next Sustainability Market on Sunday the 17th of May and hope you can join us too! Visit our markets page for the full schedule of dates for the rest of the year.