The 10 Best Things to do in Harpenden, England

November 9, 2021 Carley Gatson

Harpenden is a town in the St Albans City district in the county of Hertfordshire, England. The town's population is just under 30,000. Harpenden is a commuter town, with a direct rail connection through Central London and property prices well over double the national average. Geographically it is located between (and a short distance from) two much larger neighbours: Luton town (to the north) and the city of St Albans (to the south). It is flanked by the villages of Redbourn (to the west) and Wheathampstead (to the east).
Restaurants in Harpenden

1. Harpenden Golf Club

Hammonds End Redbourn Lane, Harpenden AL5 2AX England +44 1582 712580 [email protected] http://www.harpendengolfclub.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Harpenden Golf Club

Harpenden Golf Club, founded in 1894, is a private members club of approximately 800 members. Messrs Frederic G Hawtree and John Henry Taylor were engaged to design and build a challenging 18 hole course in about 150 acres of rolling Hertfordshire countryside. Visitors are welcome during the week and by arrangement at weekends and Bank Holidays.

2. The Nickey Line Rail walk

Hollybush Lane, Harpenden England +44 1582 622771 http://www.nickeyline.org/
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

The Nickey Line Rail walk

Reviewed By Andy-S60 - London, United Kingdom

Fabulous summer walk today along the Nickey line, along with several other paths and tracks that I couldn't name! The surface was hard and dry, the scenery excellent and the weather extremely kind. Already planning our next trek here!

3. Harpenden Common Golf Club

Cravells Road East Common, Harpenden AL5 1BL England +44 1582 711320 [email protected] http://www.harpendencommongolfclub.co.uk
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

Harpenden Common Golf Club

Our golf course is played on a wonderful mixture of well-manicured common parkland lined with both mature trees and gorse and has been awarded the prestigious National Green Flag.We have a brand new clubhouse opened in 2013 which offers bars and dining facilities.Visitors are welcome at most times subject to availability.

Reviewed By DavidBMW520GT - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

One visit to this lovely club showed me how extraordinarily friendly everyone was. The warmth of the welcome I got left me in no doubt that this was the perfect club for me to join which I did in January 2020 and have loved every minute of it.

4. Aldwickbury Park Golf Club

Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden AL5 1AB England +44 1582 760112 http://www.aldwickburyparkgolfclub.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

Aldwickbury Park Golf Club

Reviewed By 15new - Harpenden, United Kingdom

Fantastic Location. The dinner was excellent with fantastic views all round. Highly recommended. The bar round to the side was handy for watching the Football as well.

5. Batford Springs Nature Reserve

32 Lower Luton Road, Harpenden AL5 5AQ England +44 1582 768278 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/BatfordSpringsNatureReserve/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Batford Springs Nature Reserve

Reviewed By bentley_bear_uk - Harpenden, United Kingdom

I've been going here since I could walk and have so many happy memories related to it. The park itself is lovely with a playground area for kids and lots of room to have a picnic. Then you have the river with its bridges, waterfalls, stepping stones and lovely wildlife. It's just the right depth for paddling, very clean and great for catching tiddlers too if you take a net. At the top of the hill is little corner shop next to the small car park that sells just about everything, including ice creams, and there are 3 or 4 great pubs within short walking distance as well as a great fish and chip shop. I also recommend walking down the river towards Wheathampstead to see all the old buildings and the ford.

6. The Amble Inn

182 Station Road, Harpenden AL5 4UL England +44 1582 621824
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4.0 based on 33 reviews

The Amble Inn

Reviewed By 460fraserw - Solihull, United Kingdom

Me and 3 friends enjoyed a lovely roast dinner following the reopening of the inside of pub last weekend. The food was fantastic (in particular the roast potatoes and big Yorkshire pudding!) and the service was amazing as always. We always enjoy popping in for a beer or enjoying the food. The COVID-19 measures are all being implemented well and everyone else in the pub was following them too, making for a comforting experience.

7. Plough and Harrow, Harpenden

88 Southdown Road, Harpenden AL5 1PR England +44 1582 715844 http://www.ploughandharrow.co.uk
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4.0 based on 45 reviews

Plough and Harrow, Harpenden

The Plough and Harrow is a great Family Local Pub. Come and enjoy our new and stunning full menu served till 2.30 every day. We have plenty of seating, and will do our best to make your lunch a fantastic experience. Check our Specials board, or enjoy our fantastic O.A.P deal. At the Plough, we have 3 LARGE screen televisions, and 2 SkyHD box's. So what ever sporting occasion, either SkySports or BTSports, we will do our best to accommodate. Every Saturday, we have live music. Bands come from across the country to play at the Plough. In the summer enjoy a beer or glass of wine in our large beer garden, and let your kids play in our fantastic children's play area. Most weekends we also provide the kids with a bouncy castle. With a nearly finished function room, we can cater for all occasions. Get in touch today to book. We hope to see you soon.

8. Harpenden Public Halls

Harpenden Hall Southdown Road, Harpenden AL5 1TE England +44 1582 767525 [email protected] http://www.harpendenpublichalls.co.uk
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4.0 based on 29 reviews

Harpenden Public Halls

Harpenden's best entertainment venue! Showcasing the latest musicians, films, comedy and theatre.Full bar, catering facilities and technical service available; please contact us for more information. Extended opening hours vary depending on events happening within the venue. General office hours are noted above. Disabled access throughout the building, including a wide-fit disabled toilet situated in the foyer fitted with a radar lock.

9. Harpenden Farmers' Market

Lower High Street, Harpenden AL5 2LX England http://www.harpenden.gov.uk/harpenden-farmers-market
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4.0 based on 37 reviews

Harpenden Farmers' Market

Reviewed By stuashton - Harpenden, United Kingdom

If you are from out of town and enjoy a market then this is for you. Great variety of fresh produce. The breads you can get are extremely well baked and a definitely favourite. Am very much looking forward to this coming back to Harpenden. Its very much needed. worth a visit for sure I believe in Supporting your local businesses during covid and leaving reviews.

10. The Kitchen Front Cookery School

1, Harpenden AL5 2NQ England http://www.thekitchenfrontcookery.co.uk/
The Kitchen Front Cookery School

The Kitchen Front Community Interest Company is an innovative food education and cookery company. We believe that everyone should be able to produce delicious food and we provide that bit of instruction that makes all the difference and helps you achieve your cooking confidence.

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