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A Gateway to the Countryside
Aldenham Country Park - owned and managed by Hertfordshire County Council - was created on green belt land in 1971 as an area for quiet countryside recreation. Its 175 acres of woodland, parkland and open water provide the perfect setting for a great day out for everyone.Fun facilities include picnic areas, adventure playground and a toddlers' play area, make it ideal for families. Children and adults alike will enjoy a visit to Winnie-the-Pooh's '100 Aker Wood' with the homes of Pooh Bear, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Eeyore and Owl - all recreated at the park in association with the Disney Corporation.
Animal Attractions
The Park has specialised in breeding rare livestock since 1984. It is famous for its Aldenham Longhorn Cattle and its Rare Breeds Survival Trust Centre. Other rare additions to the fold include Gloucester Old Spot and Berkshire pigs, White-faced Woodland and Leicester Longwool sheep - as well as Bagot goats brought back to this country by the Crusaders.Getting Around
The Park is a RADAR approved site. There is a network of pushchair/wheelchair-friendly paths and trails passing through shady woodland, across parkland and around the 65 acre lake, making it easy for those with mobility problems to enjoy the Park too.Good Sports
Good coarse fishing is available with a permit from the Bailiff on the bankside or contact (07966 394717) for advance bookings. There are ample stocks of tench, bream, pike, roach and perch and others. Sailing is also permitted with the Aldenham Sailing Club, seven days a week (020 8207 3782).Back to Nature
An ongoing conservation programme has made the whole area a wildlife haven. In spring and summer the woodlands and meadows are alive with wild flowers, shrubs, insects and birds such as swallows, meadow pipits and skylarks. Ducks, swans and other waterfowl can be seen on the lake.Outdoor Event Opportunities
Please Telephone the Park Office for further information.| Video | |
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Opening Times
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(2011 times)
Open all year except Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.March to April: 9.00am - 5.00pm. May to August: 9.00am - 6.00pm. September to October: 9.00am - 5.00pm. November to February: 9.00am - 4.00pm. |
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Admission Charges
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(2011 prices)
Free pedestrian entrance to the Park.Ample car parking. Car park Charges: £5 Weekends, school and public holidays, £4 all other times. School parties and other groups welcome (by arrangement). Coaches and minibuses by appointment only. |
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Directions
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By Road: Drive via the A5, A41, A1(M) or M1 (J5). Look for signs on nearby roads. Entrance off Aldenham Road. FOR SAT. NAV. USERS : Aldenham Road,Elstree WD6 3BA ( this will take you to approx. 400m from the Park entrance ) By Rail:Queensbury; Edgeware; Elstree and Borehamwood. By Bus: 107 to Elstree Village from the above stations 306 from Watford and Borehamwood. |
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Aldenham Country Park Postcode for SatNav: WD6 3BA |
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Nearby Attractions
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Harrow Museum & Heritage Centre
(4 Miles)*
Discover Harrow's historic past at Harrow Museum! Entry is free, and with a number of temporary exhibitions and special events throughout the year, there is always something new to see or do. |
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Royal Air Force Museum London
(5 Miles)*
The Royal Air Force Museum London, North West London is one of the best flight exhibitions in the world. |
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Willows Farm Village
(5 Miles)*
Just a short distance from London, the unique Willows Farm Village is an incredible rural retreat, ideal for family fun days out. |
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