tried & tested

Have you been to Maidenhead Aquatics St Albans yet?

If not, and your kids are still fairly little, then this is a great place to visit. They sell all things pet fish related, but you can also feed the fish and then have a cup of coffee while the children play in the little soft play area.

A pot of fish food is £1 (you can pay on your card). There’s plenty of parking. Entry is free. And the staff are lovely.

Opening hours are 9am - 6pm on Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4pm on Sunday. The cafe and play area closes an hour before the rest of the shop. Find it on the North Orbital Road, AL2 1DL, just after Aylett Nurseries.