Watford Area Guide
A locals' guide to Watford
Where do Watford locals go?
The Old Etonian
This hotel and restaurant has a surprisingly extensive wine list, delicious Sunday lunches and outdoor seating with a nice view for when the weather is good. Great for large groups - book in advance to avoid disappointment, as it gets busy on the weekends. I always say hello to the staff when I walk by to make sure they still have garlic prawns on the menu!Read more
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?
"The Spaniards Inn was the favourite pub of the Romantic poets, Byron, Shelley and Keats along with literary heavyweight Charles Dickens. Highway Dick Turpin also stayed in the inn."
Fabulous green spaces and yet all the transport links you need...
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Himani Bailey
There are so many green open spaces in Harrow, it's as if you're in the countryside...
Sally Murdock
Grade II listed The Crown, Cricklewood is a reminder of Kilburn's history.
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Victoria Wellburn
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Activities near Watford
Bring The Laughter - Watford
Bring The Laughter is back with a brand-new, side-splitting lineup! Round up your friends and family & join us for an unforgettable evening of pure comedy and good vibes. Having either just come off the back of sold-out solo tours or gearing up for their next, they join forces for an unforgettable night of live comedy.From razor sharp observations to laugh out loud storytelling, this is a rare chance to catch some of the UKs finest comedians performing together. Round up your friends and join us for an unforgettable night of stand-up.This Nights Comedy All-Stars: Babatunde Aléshé As seen on Live at the Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show & Celebrity Gogglebox, Babatundes infectious charm and hilarious storytelling have made him one of the UKs most in-demand acts. Kae Kurd Star of Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week & Celebrity MasterChef, Kae brings razor-sharp observations and political bite, making him a standout voice in British comedy. Laura Lexx Known from Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week & Roast Battle, Lauras quick wit, warmth & razor-sharp improvisation have delighted audiences across the country. Jeff Innocent A true veteran of the comedy circuit, Jeff has appeared on The Stand-Up Show, Take the Mike & Time Gentlemen Please. His unique blend of East End street smarts and razor intellect has earned him cult status. Stephen Bailey Host of Celebs on the Farm and regular on Live at the Apollo, Roast Battle & House of Games, Stephens cheeky charm and no-filter comedy have won him fans everywhere. About Bring The Laughter Comedy Tour Presented by LuvEntertainment, an award-winning comedy event provider since 2009, Bring The Laughter unites some of the top acts on the comedy circuit under one roof for a night of no-filter, uproarious humor. Dont miss out on this laughter packed experience grab your tickets NOW! LuvEntertainment comedy tours host memorable, quality shows all over the UK and feature the very best of established and new comedy talent both homegrown and international. We also pride ourselves on presenting and championing comedians who appeal to comedy lovers of all ages.. Our events are the perfect place to come for a guaranteed fun night out where you can unwind, relax and have a laugh with friends, family or work colleagues.Read more
Music for Christmas
To include: Poulenc Gloria , Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Christmas Carols plus Christmas songs of many styles for choir and audience. Ticket price includes wine and mince pie.Read more
Mozart Requiem Revisited
A choral workshop hosted by Finchley Chamber Choir, led by Lloyd Buck. When Mozart died at the tragically young age of 35 in 1791, he was working on a Requiem Mass, which was left incomplete. The version that so many choral singers have come to know and love was completed by another Austrian composer, Franz Sssmayr. He did so based on "scraps of paper" (now lost) and his own understanding of Mozart's musical signature, but claimed the Sanctus and Benedictus and the Agnus Dei as his own. Several musicologists in the 20th and 21st centuries have taken a critical look at this familiar completion and proposed their own reconstructions. In this open workshop hosted by Finchley Chamber Choir, you'll have the chance to explore the completion by eminent American musicologist Robert D Levin, formerly a professor of music at Harvard, which gives a new perspective on how Mozart may have intended the piece to sound. Choral conductor, pianist and composer Lloyd Buck is a great proponent of Levin's work on the Requiem and he has given several workshops and online presentations on the subject. There will be lots of opportunities to sing as Lloyd presents us with information about the history of the piece and provides fascinating insights into the decisions taken by Levin in completing his reconstruction. The day will finish with a mini performance of the Requiem Mass(from 4.00 pm): feel free to invite family and friends to attend, at no charge. Your ticket includes complementary tea, coffee and biscuits during the breaks; please bring your own lunch (or there are plenty of places you can buy food nearby). Parking at the church is limited, so please use public transport or be prepared to pay for parking (at a nearby car park or in designated on-street parking locations). If you want to take part in the workshop, but you're under 18, we'd ask that you come with a parent or carer. If you are unable to buy tickets online, please call 0333 666 3366 for telephone booking via TicketSource.Read more
Bowie Night 2026
Trinity's annual celebration of our hero David Bowie on the anniversary of his birth/death. We have live sets from The Mooches, The Hornets, Abbey Moon, Red Eye & Blueshift all performing Bowie covers in amongst their normal set. There are two floors of DJs. Upstairs we have Yuck spinning Bowie's greatest hits plus retro & indie classics. Downstairs DJ Chris Perdue spins Bowie deepcuts, oddities & covers as well as those he influenced. All the plus Bowie movies, videos and themed cocktails all nightRead more
Sky Bet League Two: Barnet vs Bromley
Barnet take on Bromley in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.
Starlight Express
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s STARLIGHT EXPRESS opens summer 2024 in the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Audiences will be immersed inside a world of speed, song and storytelling as an incredible cast of 40 whizz around and above, performing some of musical theatre’s most beloved songs, including AC/DC, MAKE UP MY HEART, LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL and the iconic STARLIGHT EXPRESS. As a child’s train set magically comes to life and the engines race to become the fastest in the world, Rusty the steam train has little hope of winning until he is inspired by the legend of the ‘STARLIGHT EXPRESS’. Seen around the world by over 20 million people,STARLIGHT EXPRESS is an electrifying experience for all ages. With music by ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER and lyrics by RICHARD STILGOE, the creative team is helmed by acclaimed director LUKE SHEPPARD (& Juliet, The Little Big Things), set designer TIM HATLEY (Back to the Future), video designer ANDRZEJ GOULDING (Life of Pi), costume designer GABRIELLA SLADE (Six), lighting designer HOWARD HUDSON (& Juliet), sound designer GARETH OWEN (MJ the Musical) with new orchestrations and musical supervision by MATTHEW BRIND. Featuring thrilling new choreography by ASHLEY NOTTINGHAM (Pacific Overtures) and casting by PEARSON CASTING CDG, STARLIGHT EXPRESS also sees the return of ARLENE PHILLIPS as creative dramaturg. THE STARLIGHT AUDITORIUM at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre is a state-of the-art cultural destination only 12 minutes from Baker Street and a short 5-minute walk from the tube. There are great parking options and the theatre is easily accessible via the M25 and M1 ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES Signed, Audio Described and Captioned: Sun 6th October, 2024 - 1pm Wed 9th October, 2024 - 7.30pmRead more
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Boreham Wood take on Boston United in this National League fixture.
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