Team HatCulCon.
We are a dedicated team of volunteers who work together to make sure your experience is enjoyable and enlightening.
We are always looking at areas that need exposure and think of ways we can deliver this.
We hosted our 1st Black History Month Cultural Pop-Up Market and Workshop Weekend in October 2023, within a small unit in The Galleria Shopping Centre in Hatfield. Our organiser Davinia, had a vision of what the event could be and was confident that with the right support from her fellow volunteers and backing from sponsors, it would be a success.
After a successful 1st year, the event tripled in size for 2024.
We were in a larger unit welcoming 40+ stalls to the pop-up market, hosting more workshop, provided entertainment and attracted 1000+ visitors over the weekend.
We were delighted that local residents of Welwyn Hatfield Borough were joined by visitors from across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Birmingham and other parts of the South East of England in the UK.
Each year, we hope to introduce more activities so our events schedule grows.
Although we are a non-profit Community Interest Company, all of our activities are researched and arranged by volunteers, we do not have paid staff.
Volunteers 2023 L-R: Alison, Carmen, Davinia, Debbie, Alethea and Carol (Not pictured Simon, Moreen and Michelle)
Volunteers 2024 L-R: Alison, Simon, Victoria, Davinia, Carmen, Hauwa, Carol, Titi and Mustafa
Our Mission & Vision.
We strive to build a strong, interconnected community that values and celebrates together through arts and culture in Hertfordshire.
What We Do.
Pop Up Markets
Events & Activities
Cultural Awareness
We bridge the gap between cultural businesses and services wanting to reach a diverse network of individuals through our vibrant pop up markets. These showcase local artists, craftsmen, and cultural products which are not normally seen in an everyday setting. It provides a platform for the community to explore, appreciate and support unique hand crafted talent.
We are curating a variety of events and activities that raises awarness celebrate diversity and inform about different cultural heritages.
We strive to offer inclusive experiences for all members of the community. We encourage those who would like to offer their own cultural experience to an audience to get in touch.
We promote cultural awareness and understanding through our programs and exhibitions.
Our efforts are focused on providing historical context, creating a welcoming and accepting environment for all to learn.
Workshops
Community Engagement
Collaborative Partnerships
Our organisation conducts interactive workshops to promote cultural exchange and creative expression. We believe in providing opportunities for individuals to learn and engage in diverse, skills, techniques, food and art forms.
Hatfield Cultural Connection CIC actively engages with the community to create a sense of belonging and cultural pride.
Our initiatives encourage active participation and collaboration among individuals from different backgrounds.
We believe in building collaborative partnerships with businesses, organisations and cultural institutions in Hertfordshire to inspire and shape our community.
Our Support.
We are proud to collaborate with businesses and charities who share our passion for cultural enrichment. Together, we work towards creating experiences and opportunities for the community.
Black History Month Sponsors.
We deeply appreciate the generous support of our sponsors this year, their contributions helping to bring a powerful event to Hatfield. It's enabling us to provide education, awareness for health services and entertainment to our Black History Month event while supported by our pop-up market of African and Caribbean unique handcrafted businesses, health and wellbeing support services, curated exhibitions, hands on workshops and entertainment to a welcoming audience.
Thank you for being a integral part of our journey and for sharing our vision!
| County Councillor Tony Kingsbury
| County Councillor Paul Zukowsky
| County Councillor Beth Kelly
County Councillor Tony Kingsbury
As a local Hertfordshire County Councillor, I am proud to support Hatfield Cultural Connection CIC’s Black History Month Cultural Pop-Up Market & Workshop Weekend. Celebrating Black heritage, culture, and enterprise helps bring our communities together, fosters understanding, and inspires creativity—especially among young people. I was delighted to use part of my Member Locality Budget (which each councillor receives annually to support community projects) to support the children’s workshops and help make the event possible. It’s wonderful to know that this contribution has helped the activities can go ahead, giving families in our community a chance to learn, have fun, and celebrate together
County Councillor Beth Kelly
I’m proud to support this year’s Black History Month Cultural Pop-Up Market and Workshop Weekend in Hatfield. It’s a meaningful opportunity to celebrate heritage, promote learning, and strengthen the bonds within our community. At the heart of my support is a belief in the power of education. These workshops and cultural activities offer residents—especially young people—a chance to engage with Black history, creativity, and resilience in ways that are interactive, inclusive, and inspiring. It’s about amplifying voices and stories that have too often been overlooked, and ensuring that everyone in Hatfield feels seen, heard, and valued. As a councillor, I’m committed to supporting events that bring people together, foster understanding, and celebrate the richness of our shared history.
County Councillor Paul Zukowskyj
Proud supporter of local initiatives
Become One of Our Sponsor.
We’re inviting brands and organisations to partner with us for one of our Cultural Pop-Up Market & Workshop Weekends.
This is your chance to champion and support the diversity of our community which is full of talented new and upcoming brands, passionate makers, and and engaging audience, eager to discover fresh products, ideas, and experiences.
As a sponsor, you’ll not only gain valuable visibility.
Sponsorship Benefits:
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We'll feature your logo on event posters and flyers, distributed across Hertfordshire and beyond.
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Your logo will be included on our social media event graphics and posts, reaching a vide audience.
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We'll direct traffic to your website through your links in our social media channel bios.
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Ongoing recognition with your name listed under “Event Sponsors” on our website.
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Raising Awareness.
For the past two years we have supporting Endometriosis UK by raising awareness for this debilitating condition through our events and raising fund through raffles which received prize contributions from local business.
We feel very strongly about shining a spotlight on health conditions that affect our team and those which don't always get the attention they need.
Last year, we also introduces health checks with a local registered doctor, which were warmly received when GP appointments are proving harder to book. We would like to continued supporting health and wellbeing in anyway we can.
