EXPLORE WATFORD'S GREEN AND SERENE GEMS
Cassiobury Park, the largest and most beloved, stretches over 190 acres. It offers a rich variety of activities, including play areas, cafés, sports facilities, and scenic walking trails.
The open space is also home to a popular paddling pool, a miniature railway, bandstand and the peaceful nature reserve.
Right next door, you’ll find the ancient Whippendell Wood, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its rich biodiversity.
This tranquil spot is a favourite for walking, hiking, and simply soaking in the beauty of the natural world. It is a must-visit in spring for its stunning bluebell displays.
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​The Grand Union Canal also winds through the park offering scenic towpaths and a tranquil setting for boating, walking, and wildlife spotting.
DISCOVER WATFORD'S NATURE'S HAVEN
Oxhey Park, nestled along the River Colne, offers a peaceful escape with walking and cycling paths for leisurely strolls, play areas, and a modern skate park. The area is also rich in wildlife.
The 'hidden gem' Cheslyn House and Gardens features diverse plants, a woodland area, a pond, and a rock garden, where you and your family can explore and relax.
Watford also has other great parks, like Woodside Playing Fields with sports facilities, as well as Harebreaks, and Harwoods, both ideal for playground fun and family activities.
You can visit many of the town's parks via the 'Green Loop', a 6.5 mile continuous cycling and walking route encircling the town centre. It combines the town’s vibrant urban landscape, with its serene open spaces and heritage sites.
