Out & about

Our Family Arts Studio is located on the top floor of the Broadway Gallery and plays host to a range of Family Arts workshops, drop in sessions, birthday parties and one off events.

The Studio is fully equipped with a range of art-making materials and can be used for drop in 1pm-5pm Wednesday to Friday and select Saturdays. We encourage all families to come along and have fun getting... Read more

At the heart of the Forest of Marston Vale, the Forest Centre & Millennium Country Park offer a fantastic, natural place to enjoy the great outdoors with 225 hectares of woodlands, wetlands and grasslands.

If you're feeling adventurous, why not head out into the Millennium Country Park to discover the magic of nature. We have a host of kids' activities available from our Reception,... Read more

Looking for an exciting and unforgettable family adventure? Look no further than Go Ape Wendover. Nestled in the heart of Buckinghamshire, Go Ape's adventure park offers a thrilling experience for all ages.

Soar through the trees on exhilarating ziplines, test your balance on wobbly bridges and challenge yourself to tricky obstacles and crossings. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer... Read more

Just a few short miles from Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire, Grafham Water, England's third largest reservoir can be found nestled in 1500 acres of beautiful countryside.

Grafham Water has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest for over 30 years. Our western end features a 280 acre nature reserve and is home to ancient woodlands, reed beds and important populations of... Read more

Graveley Fruit Farm is so much more than just Pick Your Own fruit - enjoy a fun-filled day in the countryside for all the family.

All our fruit is available as Pick Your Own. The cafe serves teas, coffees and light snacks and ice cream. We have a large children's adventure play area including a zip wire and a haystack, and the play area is overlooked from the cafe. So Mum and Dad can... Read more

Approximately 160 acres of historic parkland and woodland,ideal for country walks. There is a large and varied Children's Play Area close to the central car park and cafe. The Cafe is external seating only and park toilets are provided during cafe opening hours.The Park is cared for by Ampthill Town Council. (* The Tennis Courts are open to all and are free of charge to use but please book courts in... Read more

Aqua Park
Take part in the best water experience of your life with our family friendly Aqua Park set into the beautiful setting of Westmill Farm. For more information please visit h2orampage.co.uk/aquaparkinformation

Experience the public dramas and private lives of Henry VIII, his wives the queens, and their children in the world of the Tudor court. Admire Henry's Great Hall and Tudor kitchens. Discover the spectacular baroque palace built for William III and Mary II and explore Hampton Court Palace's outdoor spaces and 60 acres of magnificent gardens.

Book a ticket in advance online or purchase... Read more

Hartham Common Hartham Common is a large recreational area close to the town centre. It is largely enclosed by the Rivers Beane and Lee, with a confluence of the two rivers in the north-eastern corner. It is managed by East Herts District Council. The River Lee runs along the southern edge of Hartham, where you'll find the Hertford Basin and weir. The Basin is home to a number of residential boatowners and is close to the nearby Hertford East station and Tesco. Just across the weir is Herts Canoe Club and just a couple of minutes walk away is Hartham Pool and Leisure Centre, which is owned by the District Council and operated by Everyone Active. The centre has a small car park for visitors. There is also a public car park immediately to the south on the site of the old railway line that used to run along the southern boundary of the common. Next the the leisure centre is a popular fenced children's playground. There is also skate park which is similarly popular with teenagers. National cycle route 61 also runs along the southern edge of Hartham. In the south-western corner is the Hartham car park, which is a pay-and-display car park operated by the district council. This can be accessed either via Port Hill or Cowbridge. The River Beane runs along the western and northern borders of Hartham. To the north you will also find Sele Farm Bowls Club and Hertford Tennis Club as well as well as three public tennis courts. The northern boundary is also notable for The Warren, a densely wooded incline that separates Hartham from Bengeo. Along the bottom is a tarmac path that leads from Port Hill to St.Leonard's Church, Hertford's oldest building. There is also a footpath within The Warren although this starts and finishes short of both ends of the finished path. There is also a trim trail running around the edge of Hartham, with a selection of installed exercise equipment at regular stops along the trail. Football is also regularly played at Hartham with both matches and training taking place at weekends.

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.