People in Welwyn Hatfield and Potters Bar have created displays, turned fountains blue and sent personal messages to thank NHS staff and key workers.

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Matt Smith cut a 'Thank You NHS' message into Birchwood Playing Fields in Hatfield. Picture: Gary Perlmutter.Matt Smith cut a 'Thank You NHS' message into Birchwood Playing Fields in Hatfield. Picture: Gary Perlmutter. (Image: Archant)

Kate Stuart, from Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust, said: “To the Welwyn and Hatfield School Nurses team, wishing you all the best with your deployment. We can do this!

“I can’t wait until we are back together again. Love Kate x.”

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Zoe Gouldthorpe wanted to thank her husband AJ Gouldthorpe for his role as a postman and key worker in Hatfield during the coronavirus pandemic. Picture: Zoe GouldthorpeZoe Gouldthorpe wanted to thank her husband AJ Gouldthorpe for his role as a postman and key worker in Hatfield during the coronavirus pandemic. Picture: Zoe Gouldthorpe (Image: Archant)

Zoe Gouldthorpe, from Hatfield, said: “I would like to say a massive thank you and thumbs up to my husband AJ Gouldthorpe a postie, who has continued to deliver letters and parcels throughout the pandemic.

“He is doing a fantastic job without any proper protection in these unprecedented times. He is the kindest, happiest man I know and is always smiling, making people laugh and stopping for a chat wherever he goes.

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Staff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen BennettStaff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen Bennett (Image: Archant)

“He really is the best postie ever. A truly top man!”

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Staff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen BennettStaff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen Bennett (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Staff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen BennettStaff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen Bennett (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Staff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen BennettStaff from Bluebird Care in Welwyn Hatfield clapping for key workers at the Welwyn Garden City fountain. Picture: Ellen Bennett (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Danielle West, a key worker from Welwyn Hatfield. Picture: SuppliedDanielle West, a key worker from Welwyn Hatfield. Picture: Supplied (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: Francesca Mooney and her team of healthcare assistants in Welwyn Hatfield. Picture: Jemma ArnoldFrancesca Mooney and her team of healthcare assistants in Welwyn Hatfield. Picture: Jemma Arnold (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: John and Rosaleen Dicks of Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City thank NHS staff and key workers. Picture: Rosaleen DicksJohn and Rosaleen Dicks of Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City thank NHS staff and key workers. Picture: Rosaleen Dicks (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: John and Rosaleen Dicks of Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City thank NHS staff and key workers. Picture: Rosaleen DicksJohn and Rosaleen Dicks of Ridgeway, Welwyn Garden City thank NHS staff and key workers. Picture: Rosaleen Dicks (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)

Welwyn Hatfield Times: A tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren AlderA tribute to the NHS on a gate in Digswell Hill, Welwyn Garden City. Picture: Lauren Alder (Image: Archant)