We're pleased to be re-opening our gardens from Thursday 18 June. We will be offering you a very warm welcome as always, but we have some new ways of doing things. For example, there will be fewer people at the palace at any one time and we're paying extra attention to hygiene. All visitors will also have to book a start time. But we're confident you're going to have a great time.

Whether you want somewhere for the children to run off energy or a place for quiet reflection, you will find your own special place in Hatfield Forest. Let off some steam Children love nothing more than running around and letting off steam. Here at Hatfield Forest we have plenty of open space for playing and exploring. Why not run across the plains and feel like you're flying in the wind, climb a tree or build a den? You can tick off 33 of the 50 Things to do before you're 11¾ here. Build a secret den in the woods First of all, find a little space which is nice and level and not muddy. Then use fallen sticks and branches found lying on the ground to build a frame. Cover it and camouflage it with mud and fallen leaves, then add smaller twigs over the frame. Once your den is complete, get in and hide. Don't forget to tick off number 4 on your 50 Things to do before you're 11¾ list. Find hidden treasure Try geocaching - Join in this technical treasure hunt using your GPS enabled mobile phone. Go to www.geocaching.com or www.opencaching.com before your visit to download the app. There are 14 caches hidden in the Forest. Enjoy the woodland paths You can follow some of our walking trails through the forest. If you're feeling adventurous, you can make up your own route but don't forget to take a map and compass to avoid getting lost. Explore the forest by bike Bring your own bicycles and get out and discover the far corners of the forest. Most of the forest is a safe, car-free area. Treat yourself to a refreshing drink and, maybe, a piece of cake, from the forest cafe after you have finished.

A shining example of Jacobean architecture, the home of the 7th Marquess and Marchioness of Salisbury is a summer Hertfordshire favourite. Hatfield House offers tours of the residence and walks within the grounds from Easter Sunday until the end of September every year. The State Rooms can be looked around in your own time on weekends (only available on tours during the week), and the house offers a lovely river cottage kitchen and deli for lunch.

As well as Hatfield House itself, enjoy the manicured garden, extensive park, 9 unique shops, busy restaurant, traditional breeds farm and children's adventure playground. The House, Gardens, Hatfield Park Farm , Bloody Hollow Play Area are closed during the winter.

Our car park is now open. You are welcome to enjoy this site, but please stay safe by keeping a social distance of at least two metres and ensure dogs are under close control at all times.Woodland Trust sites remain accessible to the public in line with Government advice and we continue to urge all visitors to maintain social distancing, and ensure dogs are under close control at all times. The car park will be open between 8am to 8pm.

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Step out into the farm and enjoy a family day surrounded by our beautiful birds and animals! During your visit you can meet many of our beautiful farm animals including; Highland cows, ponies, goats, rabbits, guineas pigs, alpacas, chickens, turkeys, parrots, wallaby, skunk and dont forget Spring has sprung down at the farm and we have welcomed into the world out baby... Read more

We have a huge collection of over 400 animals. Have fun in one of our five adventure playgrounds, at the daily shows and at the meet the keeper sessions. Enjoy a coffee while the kids monkey around in the Tumble Jungle or splash about in Paradise Lagoon paddling pool. Brand new World of Dinosaurs attraction wth 30 life-size, moving and roaring dinosaurs .

This Summer Hitchin Lavender is open to a limited number of people who are able to get to us and enjoy the farm. We have introduced time slots to help us stagger visitors entering the farm. To help with flow we are not permitting cutting the lavender this year. Hitchin Lavender Tickets Picnics are allowed and there are refreshments and plenty of cake on site. The farm shop will operate from the field. The barn and play area will not be open. Hitchin Lavender Tickets Click the visit webpage button to book.

Let the good times roll at our Hollywood Bowl Stevenage centre! Housing state-of-the-art bowling lanes, and the best offers on food and drinks, it's the perfect place to make and share memories!

Home Farm Glamping is a boutique glamping site nestled into the village of Elstree. Our long-grass meadow is perfect for families looking to relax in nature and enjoy a night under canvas. Throughout our glamping season (which runs from April to October) we run activities, workshops and events which place a focus on wellbeing and connecting our guests with wildlife.