Guidebook for Hertfordshire
Food Scene
Thai Cottage
149 High StPopular and cosy, they also do takeaway
Zaza
21-23 Lower Kings RdAn Italian restaurant, and Tripadvisor’s #1 restaurant in the town
Drinks & Nightlife
The Boat
Gravel PathA short walk down the hill. Good food and a canalside terrace.
The Rising Sun Pub
George StreetFriendly community pub on the canal with good ales and ciders.
Sightseeing
This 13th Century ruin is just a ten minute walk away (down the hill, along station road and underneath the railway). Entry is free and it is a great spot for a walk or for a picnic. Children will enjoy the large grassy expanse and the opportunity to kick a ball around or throw a frisbee.
25 polecane przez mieszkańców
Berkhamsted Castle
White HillThis 13th Century ruin is just a ten minute walk away (down the hill, along station road and underneath the railway). Entry is free and it is a great spot for a walk or for a picnic. Children will enjoy the large grassy expanse and the opportunity to kick a ball around or throw a frisbee.
Parks & Nature
The Ashridge Estate (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ashridge-estate) is 5,000 acres of National Trust countryside and woodland just on the edge of Berkhamsted. There are many places to explore by foot or by bike. The monument is the most popular part of all, with a coffee shop, gift shop and an opportunity to climb up to the top of the monument itself for some terrific views of the countryside.
Bridgewater Monument
The Ashridge Estate (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ashridge-estate) is 5,000 acres of National Trust countryside and woodland just on the edge of Berkhamsted. There are many places to explore by foot or by bike. The monument is the most popular part of all, with a coffee shop, gift shop and an opportunity to climb up to the top of the monument itself for some terrific views of the countryside.
Entertainment & Activities
Described by many as one of the best independent cinemas in the country. A beautifully restored cinema; opulent and comfortable, with great legroom and a licensed bar. Booking a ticket can be a challenge, but if you have the opportunity, do try and go!
34 polecane przez mieszkańców
The Rex
High StreetDescribed by many as one of the best independent cinemas in the country. A beautifully restored cinema; opulent and comfortable, with great legroom and a licensed bar. Booking a ticket can be a challenge, but if you have the opportunity, do try and go!
Shopping
This charming town has a lot going for it. There is a multitude of places to get a good coffee or a meal and some interesting shops to take in. Markets are held in the centre of town on Saturday and Wednesday mornings and are to be recommended for the artisan bakery, the fruit and veg stall and the meat, fish and cheese counters.
28 polecane przez mieszkańców
Berkhamsted
This charming town has a lot going for it. There is a multitude of places to get a good coffee or a meal and some interesting shops to take in. Markets are held in the centre of town on Saturday and Wednesday mornings and are to be recommended for the artisan bakery, the fruit and veg stall and the meat, fish and cheese counters.