Set high above the Thames with far-reaching views, Cliveden's impressive gardens and majestic woodlands capture the grandeur of a bygone age. Follow in the footsteps of dukes, earls and royalty as you explore a series of gardens, each with their own special charm. For younger visitors, the Storybook Play Den encourages imaginations to run wild as you play amongst wooden carvings of favourite storybook characters whilst the 500 metres of winding paths in the Cliveden Maze make it a challenge for all ages to find the centre. There's also a woodland play trail and a giant slide (open weekends and school holidays). Car parking charge included in admission.

Coram's Fields is a children's only park and playground and is open all year round for children under 16 years old. Our charity also provides services for all young people, both from the local community as well as for those visiting the area. The park is steeped history and for 80 years Coram's Fields has existed solely for children and young people as noted by our well-known policy that 'no adult can enter without a child'.

Enjoy kite flying and stroll through rare chalk grassland with species from butterflies to Orchids. Dunstable Downs hosts fantastic events through the year; check out our website. Sample the visitor centre's excellent cafe and browse through the brilliant selection of kites and other goods in the shop as you admire the breathtaking views over the Vale of Aylesbury and the Chiltern Ridge.

120 acres of parkland.

Fairlands Valley Park has something for everyone:

Aqua Park
Play area
Sailing Centre
Outdoor Activity Centre
Four lakes
Conservation areas
Woodland

Gadebridge is on the northern edges of Hemel Hempstead, forming a green wedge of urban countryside running into the heart of the town. The play area offers a wide range of equipment for ages 2 to 15. There is a range of pay and play activities (May to Sept) including a splash park, crazy golf, croquet, petanque, giant chess and draughts and a public bowls green. There is a skate park, cycle paths and walks.

As well as Hatfield House, enjoy the manicured garden, extensive park and woodland walks, 9 unique shops and busy restaurant. The House & Gardens, are closed during the winter.

A vast new forest of more than half a million trees, pockets of ancient woodland, wildflower meadows and fantastic wildlife spotting. It's no surprise that the Woodland Trust's Heartwood Forest is one of our most popular destinations.

What's more, Heartwood Forest promises to be even bigger and better in the future. Visit us today and you can go wild in the great outdoors, enjoy some... Read more

Hertford Text Trail is a classic treasure hunt with a modern twist: clues are delivered via text message and answers submitted by texting back.

Our trails aim to help you explore the town in a new way, getting you off the beaten track and noticing small details, so a Text Trail is great whether you're local to Hertford or just visiting for the day.

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Highfield Park is situated on the south eastern side of St Albans. Among the features are parkland with mature trees, a tree trail, football fields, two woods (Winchfield Wood and Hither Wood), ponds, orchards and a maze. There are a number of small children's play areas, managed by Highfield Park Trust, in and around the park.

At Hitchin Lavender visitors are encouraged to walk through the miles of rows that make up the two fields of lavender. Children love the freedom to run up and down the rows and can enjoy picking some to take home (charges apply). The fields are also a great spot for photographers. Inside the 17th Century barn there is a shop with products and plants, and a cafe serving refreshments, snacks and light lunches. Open May-September - check website for exact dates.