Top Things to do in Hertfordshire
Top Hotels in Hertfordshire
- 1. Best Western Welwyn Garden City Homestead Court Hotel
- 2. Village Hotel London Watford
- 3. Sopwell House
- 4. Jurys Inn London Watford
- 5. Down Hall Hotel & SPA
- 6. The Samuel Ryder Hotel St Albans, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- 7. Tewin Bury Farm Hotel
- 8. Holiday Inn London - Watford Junction, an IHG hotel
- 9. Premier Inn London Elstree / Borehamwood Hotel
- 10. Ramada by Wyndham London Stansted Airport
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Hertfordshire, England
Discover the best top things to do in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom including Bhaktivedanta Manor, Amaravati Buddhist Monastery, Antiques & Chic, The Nickey Line Rail walk, Leavesden Country Park, St Albans Cathedral, River Lea, Natural History Museum at Tring, College Lake Nature Reserve, Ashridge Estate.
Restaurants in Hertfordshire
1. Bhaktivedanta Manor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 193 reviews
In the Hertfordshire countryside just north of London, Bhaktivedanta Manor, complete with its farmlands, beautiful gardens and temple is a real sanctuary for the soul. Open all year round to visitors and students of ancient wisdom, the temple offers a great experience with tours of the shrine, gardens and compassionate farm. See the rooms of the famous Hare Krishna guru Srila Prabhupada, to whom George Harrison gifted this iconic mock Tudor mansion. Visitors may participate in inspirational talks, yoga classes, mantra meditation, vegetarian cooking classes and various retreats.
Reviewed By 781shaship - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
I try to visit Bhaktivedanta Manor as often as I can through out the year and especially during the Janmastahmi Festival (Krishna's Birthday) which usually falls sometime in August. This is a very tranquil place to visit, with lovely gardens, the pond, the woodland walk, the cow pen where you can purchase greens to feed the cows, and of course the magnificent temple. Such tranquil surroundings and a lovely place to just relax or start your spiritual journey. There are prayer times throughout the day so check their website for details of these if you would like to attend. There is a lovely cafe on site for refreshments, and prashad is always served too. I would highly recommend a visit if you are in the area, you will have a wonderful uplifting experience.
2. Amaravati Buddhist Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By kdall99 - England, United Kingdom
Beautiful, peaceful place. Try the guided meditation on a Saturday it’s brilliant. The grounds are also lovely to walk around.
3. Antiques & Chic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
Antiques and Chic is a one off shop that sells antiques, vintage, collectables, vintage jewellery and special interior design pieces. Visit us at our 4000 sq ft warehouse - parking available directly outside. Always deals available, we pride ourselves on being a friendly and helpful family run business, where you are always guaranteed a warm welcome by husband and wife team Nick and Nic.
Reviewed By alicemV8378YZ
We’ve been meaning to go to this place for a while and so pleased we finally did. The shop is a treasure trove - packed full of unusual and interesting items. Service was wonderful from the knowledgeable and friendly owner Nick. We’ll definitely be back!
4. The Nickey Line Rail walk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Andy-S60 - London, United Kingdom
Fabulous summer walk today along the Nickey line, along with several other paths and tracks that I couldn't name! The surface was hard and dry, the scenery excellent and the weather extremely kind. Already planning our next trek here!
5. Leavesden Country Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By ianatcambridge - St Ives, United Kingdom
Met family here and had great time. Two play area at either end of park. One nearest the cafe is best suited for children under 7. Good cafe currently doing takeaway drinks, snacks and a good range of pizzas. The heritage trail through the park is fascinating and very informative. Park is really attractive. Free car parking. Only complaint is one toilet so expect to queue.
6. St Albans Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,225 reviews
St Albans Cathedral is the oldest site of continuous Christian worship in Britain. It stands over the place where Alban, the first martyr, was buried after giving his life for his faith over 1700 years ago.The building itself is a blend of architectural styles spanning a millennia and contains recycled Roman bricks from Verulamium. Of special interest are the 13th century wall paintings, a rare watching loft and the shrines of Saint Alban and Amphibalus, the priest who converted Alban to Christianity.
Reviewed By Spawnymc - Abbots Langley, United Kingdom
Another addition to my visits to Pre 1500 Cathedrals.. This one is more Norman than Gothic... Great history here... The volunteer guides are so helpful, knowledgeable and very friendly... Make sure you go on a guided tour.. at the time of my visit they were displaying the "Black Jesus" Last Supper painting... As for parking.. I suggest going to the Maltings Car park.. just a 5 to 10 min walk (depending on how quick you walk) to the Cathedral.
7. River Lea
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By nicktigbarber - London, United Kingdom
Why is the River Walk in Ware closed between Amwell End and the Library Car Park.When will this Lovely stretch of River be open again to the Public ?
8. Natural History Museum at Tring
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 912 reviews
Reviewed By LylePL - London, United Kingdom
Besides the incredible collection of almost every type on animal on display, as an architect what impressed me as much was the beautiful building and the fine craftsmanship of the display cabinets. Overall an incredible experience especially with all the Rothschild history involved. I felt as if I was transported by a time machine to a Victorian or a Dickinson era not that I’ve checked if it had anything to do with those times but that’s how I relished the experience.
9. College Lake Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 360 reviews
Reviewed By O9990YPsarahc
I went there on New Years Day, as my dad has a memorial bench there, overlooking the lake where the birds sit and swim on the water. I went my husband, daughter and granddaughter. It has lovely views and great to see the wildlife.
10. Ashridge Estate
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 667 reviews
The Ashridge Estate consists of 5,000 acres of woodland, chalk downlands and lush meadows. You can walk for miles and see a variety of wildlife such as Fallow deer and Muntjacs as well as the more common, foxes, badgers, squirrels etc. We have a well-stocked shop at our visitor centre, as well as toilets and a non-NT cafe, which serves hot meals all day long. If you need help when you arrive you will find a helpful volunteer on the reception desk who can point you in the right direction.
Reviewed By LordCadwell - Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Echo the vast majority of opinions here but must give a huge shout out to the Brownlow Cafe. Typically basic fare but made with evident pride and love - sweet, tangy tomatoes grilled to perfection, thick back bacon with a caramelised sheen and chunky sausages time after time as well as the well-proportioned cakes and quiches. How they do this on a busy day can only be admired. Always a queue but plenty of space and new conversation to be had at the long tables if you want. Well marked trails, open space and a monument to climb to look over it all.
