Location: Hemel Hempstead
Top Things to do in Hemel Hempstead
Top 6 Budget-friendly Things to do in Hemel Hempstead, England
Hemel Hempstead /ˈhɛməl ˈhɛmpstɪd/ is a new town in Hertfordshire, England. Located 24 miles (39 km) northwest of London, it is part of the Greater London Urban Area. The population according to the 2001 Census was 81,143, and at the 2011 census was 94,932. Developed after the Second World War as a new town, it has existed as a settlement since the 8th century and was granted its town charter by King Henry VIII in 1539. It is part of the district (and borough since 1984) of Dacorum and the Hemel Hempstead constituency.
Restaurants in Hemel Hempstead
1. 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.
2. Frogmore Paper Mill - The Paper Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Frogmore Paper Mill is the world's oldest mechanised paper mill ... the birthplace of paper's industrial revolution. Operated by Apsley Paper Trail, a dedicated conservation and education charity, it is still a working paper mill but the emphasis is now firmly on providing a fascinating (and different) visitor experience. Our paper machines are both well over 100 years old and much of the mill is exactly as it was at the end of the 19th century, while Victoria was still on the throne. On your visit, you will be escorted around the mill by one of our volunteer guides. They will show you the machinery and explain all about the processes and the power sources that have a role in the thousand years of industrial heritage that Frogmore has witnessed. You'll find out all about the curious history of paper and papermaking as well as seeing how handmade paper is made and even have the chance to make a handmade sheet of your own. You will also learn about letterpress printing, its history and its practise and can ponder the huge impact that paper and print have had on the world that we live in today. If you are looking for a visit that offers something different from the usual fare but is still active and intriguing, then we can promise you that you will find a visit to Frogmore Paper Mill, anything but 'run of the mill'.
3. Gadebridge Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom
Gadebridge Park is a really nice park adjacent to Hemel Hempstead High Street. There are paths from the High Street through the grounds of St Mary's Church into the park. There are plenty of benches to sit on and there is a decent play area for children as well as an enclosed walled garden. There are plenty of paths to stroll along and it is easy to stay socially distanced.
4. St Mary's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
St Marys Hemel Hempstead. We are a friendly, welcoming Church of England Parish rooted in the Modern Catholic tradition of the Church of England, committed to dignified worship, good music and orthodox teaching. You are most welcome to join us at any of our services or activities.
Reviewed By ruthgosden - Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom
This beautiful church in the town of Hemel Hempstead took some 3 years to build and was started in 1140. It is cruciform in shape with a chancel and the spire is one of the tallest in Europe and was added in the 14th century with a total height of 200 feet. It is built from local clunch stone and flint with some roman bricks.It houses a Walker organ which was refurbished in 2008 A lovely church to explore and look around nestled in Gadebridge park
5. Laser Quasar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By nicolamT7139FF
Took 3 children aged up to 13. Youngest at 6 had never been and was a bit scared. Halfway through game didnt want to cling to my side anymore and was off on her own. We bought the all day wrist band, total value for money. Staff were brilliant and so helpful and accomodating. I have been a few times before over last couple of years and it has always been the same experience with the staff, cant fault them. If it was a quieter time, staff came up with different options on game play. Not being from the area the only nearby parking I could find was at the NCP for over 2 hrs. As a result we had to leave when our 4hrs was up, otherwise we would have stayed longer. During our visit we saw a range of players from age 6 to a lady of 72 who I spoke to and said she had a great time. Everyone was loving it. Would go more often if we lived nearer.
6. DJs Play Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 50 reviews
DJ’s Open 7 days 9.30am-6pm open bank holiday Mondays and New Years Day. SEN Session at DJ’s Play Park Hemel Hempstead 8.30-9.30am third Saturday Of the month. DJ’s Play Park Hemel Hempstead has a lot to do including soft play, slides, Go Karts, Football/Basketball and Role Play Village. DJ’s Café has great coffee and snacks and a hot/cold children’s menu. A great addition is Marshfield Farm Ice cream!
Reviewed By S6897RFsarahf
This place is great, there is so much to do. It gets especially busy at weekends and over the school holidays. My little girl loves it. Avoid if you have a hangover haha. Daughters third party was held here on a Sunday in January. Everything was fabulous. Our host was lovely and we had everything we needed and more. Plus a free entry for another time. Highly recommend it.
