Hertsmere Borough Council

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  • Welcome to Hertsmere!

    This is a place full of surprises. Situated where the rural beauty of Hertfordshire meets the hubub of the North London suburbs, Hertsmere is a borough of fascinating contrasts.

  • Local attractions

    Find out about all the interesting places to visit, both on your doorstep and further afield, how to get there, opening hours, admission prices, what's new and more.

  • Aldenham

    This secluded little village remains unspoilt and the parish itself is largely unchanged since Saxon times when the majority of the land was owned by the Abbots of Westminster Abbey.

  • Borehamwood

    This lively modern town lies immediately to the north of Greater London and five miles east of Watford.

  • Bushey

    Picturesque and historically impressive, Bushey retains its village atmosphere and is a pleasant location separated from neighbouring, more built-up areas by farmland commons and golf courses.

  • Elstree

    Home of the world famous Elstree studios.

  • Potters Bar

    The name Potters Bar is thought to derive from evidence of a Roman pottery, believed to have operated in the area that is now the town's Parkfield recreation ground.

  • Radlett

    An attractive dormitory settlement, probably best described as an 'urban village'.

  • Ridge

    Ridge village lies between Shenley and South Mimms.

  • Shenley

    Situated between Radlett and Ridge, Shenley is a quiet, pleasant village.

  • Where to stay

    Recommended accommodation in the local area.

  • Town Twinning

    Town Twinning developed mainly after the Second World War to promote mutual understanding and friendship.

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