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Batford Springs Local Nature Reserve runs alongside the River Lea and was set up to protect and maintain the habitats and wildlife that can be found in the meadow and cress-beds. A quiet trip out and you might glimpse the Kingfishers, crayfish and dragonflies amongst the wild flowers and water bed.

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There are several walking and cycling paths in and around Harpenden including part of the National Cycle Network along the Lee Valley Line this will take you all the way to Luton heading north (be aware that there is a road to cross at East Hyde) or to Wheathampstead in the opposite direction. Good starting points are by the Amble Inn at the bottom of Station Road and the Red Cow down Westfield Road. You can also walk or cycle the Nickey Line (see separate listing), which will take you to Redbourn and then on to Hemel Hempstead. And there are trails from the Nickey Line that will take you through the Rothamsted Estate (please be aware that this is a research centre so please stick to the paths) and to Rothamsted Park (the Rothamsted Trail).

Contact details:

www.stalbans.gov.uk
email via their website
01727 819366

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Based in Harpenden
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Bowers Parade Sensory Garden situated in the town centre was provided to give residents and visitors, especially those with physical disabilities, the opportunity to touch, smell and see all the plants in detail. (It gives a welcome break to walking around the shops with, or without, little people in tow.) Church Green, Leyton Green and the other High Street Greens filling the town with magnificent horse chestnut and lime trees all help to make Harpenden unique.

Contact details:

www.harpenden.gov.uk
01582 768278

Location:

Based in Harpenden
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Harpenden Common stretches for nearly 2 miles south of the town centre and is a designated County Wildlife site. You can see the ducks at Southdown Ponds, climb the trees in the Cricket Club copse and spot butterflies on a picnic in the hayfield before running the children up and down the old clay mines in Brickle Dells and St. John's Wood, otherwise known as the "ups and downs"!

Contact details:

www.harpenden.gov.uk
01582 768278

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A FREE digital treasure hunts around Harpenden (3 miles ,& 4 miles- FREE and 5.5 miles - £5). Watch the video on the website link for details of how it works and for your first clue. You will require an NFC-enabled phone. The clues will open up in the Instagram app OR on a webpage if you don't have the app. Each clue tag is hidden so when you get to the clue location, look all around to find the tag but please respect private property. The creator accepts no responsibilty for any injury/accident while you are on the hunt.

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Geocaching is a free real-world outdoor treasure hunt. Players try to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, using a smartphone or GPS and can then share their experiences online. Harpenden has several caches hidden in and around the town and the idea is that you find the treasure without alerting any passers-by. Great fun for all the family and FREE!

Location:

Based in Harpenden
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Harpenden Museum is on the ground floor of the Eric Morecambe Centre in Rothamsted Park, a short walk from the town centre.

Our collections of artefacts, documents, photographs and artworks has been built up over many years and reflects Harpenden's history from early settlement to commuter town. Displays will be changed frequently and occasional special exhibitions will be held. ... Read more

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Highfield Oval is a 47 acre site off Ambrose Lane belonging to the charity, Youth With A Mission. It is open to the public (8am-8pm, Mon-Sat and 8am-1pm on Sundays) for walking in the woodland (spectacular in spring with bluebells),using the playing fields, cycling & scooting round the green and visiting the popular Oval Cafe. Dog walking is by permit only.

Occasionally the whole property... Read more

Contact details:

01582 463300

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Kinsbourne Green at the north end of Harpenden provides a great open space for kite-flying and sledging, picnics, horse-riding and dog/children-walking.

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Lydekker Park is tucked away behind the High Street. It will give you a moment's peace in its 3 acres of nature conservation with a mature pond area. It is here that you can attend the Teddy Bears Picnic, Music in Lydekker, Wild fest and many other events each year. Find the entrances opposite the BP garage or through the car park off Sun Lane.

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