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OUTSIDE HARPENDEN

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From London 2012 venues to campsites, heritage sites, cycling, walking, white water rafting, horse riding, nature reserves and wide open spaces - you name it and it's likely to be waiting for you in the Lee Valley. Home of Lee Valley Boat Centre, Lee Valley White Water Centre, Lee Valley Farm Parks plus more. There are various access point to the park. See the website for details.

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The Royston Museum Trail guides the visitor through the history of Royston and the surrounding area with a range of archaeological finds dating from the Ice Age through to the Romans and the Anglo-Saxons. Other items of particular interest are a Beatles' programme, the first home computer (Sinclair ZX), a Rubik's Cube, and a time capsule assembled by the Royston Brownies in 1997 to be opened in 2027!

Contact details:

www.roystonmuseum.org.uk
email via their website
01763 242587

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RSPB Rye Meads is a delightful wetland nature reserve beside the River Lee. The trails around the reserve are wheelchair and pushchair accessible, with several sheltered hides for watching wildlife. The Visitor Centre offers toilets and baby changing facilities with a café stocking hot and cold drinks and a selection of snacks.

The reserve's busy year-round events programme is centred... Read more

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Ruislip Lido, a 60-acre lake with sandy beaches and a narrow gauge railway around it, is set on the edge of Ruislip woods. Beach - Woodland Centre - The Waters edge restaurant/pub (This is not managed by LBH) - Cafe/restaurant beach side (This is not managed by LBH) - Fishing (when permitted)- Play areas - Mini gauge railway - Public toilets (includes disabled facilities and baby changing units) - Changing room facilities

Contact details:

archive.hillingdon.gov.uk
01895 556000

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Take a walk through the woodland, heathland and grassland. Enjoy the view of the heronry. Dogs are welcome. Bring your bikes and enjoy the trails (Permits are required). There are play spots across the site. Some of the paths are suitable for wheelchair users.

Contact details:

www.greensandtrust.org
01525 234260

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Once a private Estate known as Porters Park, then a site of a Mental Hospital, Shenley Park is now a unique self-funded Park for all. The Park is steeped in history and hosts an Orchard, Meadow, Woodland walks, Historic buildings and an amazing 2 acre landscaped Walled Garden with an Amphitheatre. Play area, walks, tea rooms. Events helfd through the year.

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A new purpose-built splash park in the north side of Stanborough Park. With a paddling river meandering through the centre and surrounded by a nautical themed adventure play area - including a large pirate ship - and a variety of other play equipment for children of all ages, including swings for disabled children. Open 10am - 6pm (or dusk) daily from Easter to Sept. Spaces are available on a first-come-first-served basis on the gate. Also, toilets, changing unit, a cafe kiosk and picnic seating, outdoor gym and sports pitch. Outdoor gym and sports pitches open all year round.

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Visit the exhibition area for a chance to dress up as a king, bishop or Roman soldier, play with fun interactive screens, and have a go at brass rubbing. Pick up one of our Young Explorer Guides to explore the Cathedral in an exciting, new way. Borrow one of our Young Explorer Backpacks complete with binoculars, magnifying glasses and more. Free Family Discovery Mornings during the school holidays for ages 3-12. Enjoy the Tree Trail in the grounds (trails can be bought in the shop).

Contact details:

www.stalbanscathedral.org
01727 890210

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Explore the grounds of St Albans Cathedral with our tree trail! Our tree trail is fun for the whole family. Discover the history of some of the most ancient trees in St Albans, learn to recognise the different species and find out all about their uses and symbolism, past and present.The trail takes around 45 minutes to complete. Download the trail from the website.

Contact details:

www.stalbanscathedral.org
01727 890210

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St Albans Museum + Gallery opened to the public in June 2018 as a world-class centre for arts and culture at the heart of one of Britain's most historic cities. Set over three floors, the state-of-the-art gallery spaces will showcase over 2,000 years of priceless heritage and display contemporary artworks - sharing local, national and world treasures with all. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Sun 12-5pm.

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