Who are we?

We are the Wheathampstead traders association, a non-political organisation comprising businesses and individuals operating or living in the parish of Wheathampstead. Membership or part time involvement is open to any business trading or based here and to any residents of the parish or postal district.

Our aims

To proactively enhance and secure the long-term future of Wheathampstead as a dynamic trading area for the benefit of the whole community.

Promotion of businesses both in the central High Street area and throughout the parish. The object will be to enhance local employment prospects and encourage local economic and trading self sufficiency.

Continuous and comprehensive support for the development of Wheathampstead as a superior village community for residents, businesses and visitors.

Click here to view a copy of our constitution (updated Feb 2008).

What can we do for you?

There are well over 250 businesses of all sizes and types operating in Wheathampstead, so if you are looking for help or information please start with our Directory of Businesses. There is probably a local company providing the service which you require.

By using a local business you will get a better level of service and you will be supporting your local community and our employment opportunities.

If you are an existing or new business we will help you to promote and grow your services by web publicity and links, sponsorship, networking, introductions and business events.

Further details of the benefits of joining WEB can be found in this PDF document (opens in a new window).

Details of what we have acheived in the last year can be found in our Chairman's end of year report (April 2010).

How do I get involved?

Simply get in touch via the contact page and you will be made very welcome. If you would like to help but not join or become too committed that is perfectly acceptable. Your input will still be very much appreciated and you are welcome to attend our monthly meetings.

Membership is currently £20 per year and gives you the right to vote on important WEB issues affecting the village and entry to the WEB members page.

If you're looking for general information relating to Wheathampstead please click here.