Watford Area Guide
A locals' guide to Watford
Where do Watford locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
South Oxhey,
northwood,
hatch end,
Radlett,
harrow weald,
Hemel Hempstead,
borehamwood,
pinner,
stanmore,
and Bushey
Did you know?
"James Murray was the first ever editor of the Oxford English Dictionary and began work on the volumes in the grounds of Mill Hill School where he worked."
It's the quiet, residential feel of north London that makes it perfect for families.
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Ben Connolly
With its church and delightful mock-Tudor buildings, Pinner's High Street is a picturesque place for a stroll.
Sally Cresswell
Once home to the BBC, Golders Green Hippodrome is a grand 1930s Art Deco Grade II listed building.
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Freddie Gershinson
Explore Watford
What locals say about Watford
Activities near Watford
Guided House tour of Reveley Lodge
Guided House Tour of Reveley Lodge We are delighted to offer a guided house tour of Reveley Lodge. You can enjoy this unique property complete with its furniture and fittings and the stories to go with it. The tour ends with tea and cake. You will be contacted three days before the guided house tour with final details. Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to two weeks before the start date but not thereafter. Reveley Lodge is a large, Grade II listed, Victorian house, on Elstree Road, Bushey Heath, now run by a charitable trust, Reveley Lodge Trust. The property was bequeathed by its last owner, Mrs Eila Chewett to Bushey Museum which set up the Trust. The house contains pictures and artefacts associated with Eila Chewett's husband, Albert Chewett who came to Bushey from Canada to study at the famous Bushey Art School. For the early part of its life, Reveley Lodge has acted as a 'Gentleman's Cottage' - a small country house easily reached at the weekend from the owner's principal home in London. The Lodge has a two and a half acre garden managed by a professional gardener, assisted by a number of volunteers. The garden is open to the public on weekdays.Read more
Cherry Blossoms Watercolour Workshop
Kate Rebecca Leach is an artist and illustrator based in Hertfordshire. Her original artwork and high quality Gicle prints feature creative watercolour techniques and embellished metallic details. Kate founded her business, Essoldo Design, in August 2020 and has sold pieces to over 30 countries across the globe and has successfully licensed herwork in the UK, Europe and the USA. Her best-selling first book Creative Abstract Watercolor was published in Spring 2024 and her second Creative Abstract Mixed Media in October 2025. Why not join us for a workshop and create your own work of art for your home? A bit more detail Learn to create beautiful botanical block abstracts inspired by nature Soak up the glorious colours of cherry blossom season and learn to create striking abstract botanical blocks shapes, one of Kates signature motifs. In this workshop you'll learn how to use organic watercolour shapes to form decorative abstract designs in a colour palette of your choice. You'll learn various watercolour techniques and decorative ideas to help you create your very own, unique piece that combines watercolour, inks details, and accents of metallics. Youll use your own inspiration and Kates portfolio of floral/abstract designs and patterns. All materials will be provided but please feel free to bring your own favourite materials or brushes if you wish. This class is suitable for total beginners through to experienced artistsRead more
Dharanganaa
DHARANGANA is a vibrant Sri Lankan dance show celebrating the islands rich cultural heritage through captivating traditional dance performances and powerful drumming. Organised by Sri Lankan dancers from all across the United Kingdom, the event brings together diverse regional dance styles, rhythmic drumming traditions, and colourful costumes that reflect Sri Lankas history and artistry. DHARANGANA aims to unite the community while proudly promoting Sri Lankan heritage, offering audiences an immersive and unforgettable cultural experience.Read more
The Princess Proms
Calling all Princesses and Princes for a magical concert singing the enchanting songs from your favourite movies. We invite you to an enchanting concert singing the magical themes from your favourite Princess movies inc. Frozen, Cinderella, Little Mermaid plus many more. Performing the magical music of: Frozen / Moana / Cinderella / Pocahontas / Beauty and the Beast / Wicked / Little Mermaid / Tangled / Aladdin / Swan Princess / Thumbelina / Greatest Showman / Hercules / AnastasiaRead more
National League: Boreham Wood vs York City
Boreham Wood take on York City in this National League fixture.
Watford/Bushey Rock Choir
If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir. Your friendly local Watford choir is run by vocal teacher Abigail Harris. People who have already joined the choir, who hail from Watford and further afield in Hertfordshire often have never sung before or had any vocal tuition. Once you join the choir you will find you learn the songs by rote from a brilliant set of resources and you will be amazed how quickly you go from 'not sure' to 'performance ready'. The songs are uniquely arranged by Rock Choir founder Caroline Redman Lusher to make songs easy to sing yet still challenge you in places. Rock Choir offers the chance to sing pop, rock and Motown songs together in a comfortable, unauditioned way. There are 10+ rehearsals a term and any commitment you make fit easily around the main holiday times in the year. You can contact us by phone, email or directly book your FREE singing taster session at rockchoir.com/join. Here is a quote about our choir - 'Since joining the Rock Choir, not only have I made some amazing new friends but I’ve found that my weekly singing sessions on a Monday evening start the week on a positive note and any tensions that may have occurred on a Monday morning disappear! - it’s a great mood reviver and I love the challenge of attempting to hit those high notes!' - Lynn (Rock Choir member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.Read more
Isthmian League: Wingate & Finchley vs Dartford
Wingate & Finchley take on Dartford in this Isthmian League - Premier Division fixture.
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