Museums & places of interest

Nestled within the picturesque countryside lies an 800-year-old former royal residence that has stood the test of time. Ashridge House has witnessed centuries of history and has been home to kings, queens, and royalty alike.
Nowadays, this stunning residence has been repurposed as a public event venue, attracting people from all walks of life. Ashridge House boasts of hosting a wide range of... Read more

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Travel through the beautiful woodland at Audley End Miniature Railway.
Take one of our trains through the beautiful Audley End Estate Woodland, boasting hundreds of majestic trees and flooded with wildlife, be sure to keep your eyes peeled as you travel around the private 1.5mile track.

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Visit the substantial remains of a strong and important motte-and-bailey cast, one of the oldest in England, dating from the 11th to 15th centuries, with surrounding walls, ditches and earthworks. Free entry. 10.00am-4.00pm (winter) 10.00am-6.00pm (summer)

Cadbury World is located in the grounds of the original Cadbury factory, Discover the history, the making and the magic of Cadbury confectionery as you journey through our chocolatey zones. From learning how chocolate is made to playing in chocolate rain . You'll discover the origins of the cocoa bean amidst trees and waterfalls in the Aztec Jungle, before jumping on board the magical Cadabra ride and visiting the 4D Chocolate Adventure zone.

Open Air Museum is a 43-acre site with woodland walks, a traditional farm, and 37 rescued historic buildings. There are special events and activities most weekends, including Vikings, Gladiators and Medieval Knights. Visitors can enjoy lunch or a cream tea in our Furniture Factory Tea Room or a picnic on the Village Green. A good value season ticket is available. Closed over winter.

As well as Hatfield House, enjoy the manicured garden, extensive park and woodland walks, 9 unique shops and busy restaurant. The House & Gardens, are closed during the winter.

Hertford Museum aims to collect and preserve evidence of the history of the county town and surrounding parishes for the interest, enjoyment and understanding of the local community and other visitors. The museum offers displays on two floors as well as things to touch and play with. It also runs regular events for families and children.

Come and take a guided tour of the historic Victorian Mill and admire the ingenious milling machinery. Explore our beautiful Mill gardens and enjoy the wildlife and tranquillity of our meadow and woodland. Then relax in the Riverside Café. We have We have lots of activities for the whole family to do during the holidays.

Our 250 acres offer a quiet refuge for country picnics and dog walking (visitors are asked to use leads in the park and not to take pets into the gardens). You might catch a glimpse of Red and Sika deer. Children can run loose at the Adventure Playground, search for Geoffrey the Gorilla, hiding at the centre of the Victorian Maze, and enjoy a dinosaur safari with 72 pre-historic creatures grazing amongst the redwoods. Closed during the winter.