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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 Tamworth pigs, White-faced Woodland and Leicester 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 (020 8953 4978): 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.
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
Open all year (except Christmas 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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(2007 prices)
Free entrance to the Park.Ample car parking. Winter: £2.00 weekdays; £4.00 weekends,school & public holidays. Summer: £4.00 weekdays; £5.00 weekends,school & public holidays. School parties and other groups welcome (by arrangement) |
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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. 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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Nearby Attractions
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Harrow Museum & Heritage Centre
(4 Miles)*
The museum is a group of buildings and land known as Headstone Manor - a medieval estate, with a moated manor house, several timber barns and farmland. |
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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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