It’s Visit Herts’ 10th Birthday! So, in addition to giving you the chance to win top prizes from attractions and accommodation from across the county, we’re taking a look back at our best bits. We’ve trawled the archives and gone in search of the most viewed blogs on our website, the things you loved and the articles you were most inspired by, from top festivals to fresh produce and free things to do.
Hertfordshire on film
Starting off strong, those in the know will be familiar with Hertfordshire’s many, many starring roles on the big and small screen. With the likes of The Crown, Batman and Paddington all filmed here, Hertfordshire is ready for its close up. Take a look at Hertfordshire’s moments in the spotlight.
Outdoor cinema and theatre
Every year we excitedly await the news on which sensational Hertfordshire locations will be getting a movie makeover. From Down Hall and Knebworth House to the Watford Big Screen, we love spilling the popcorn on the top spots to take in those Hollywood classics in Hertfordshire.
Top free things to do
Yes, you love our insider knowledge and local guides, and we have to admit that our free days out is one of our best. Packed with family-friendly days out like the iconic Natural History Museum Tring, museums and beautiful parks like Cassiobury Park, there are plenty of plans here that won’t cost the earth.
Date night
Love is in the air, but then again it looks like it has been for the last ten years in Hertfordshire! From foodie date night plans at the likes of Lussmanns and Down Hall, to luxurious stays at The Grove and fun days out at Drift Limits and The Snow Centre, Hertfordshire is packed with date night plans.
Farmers markets and farm shops
Cauliflowers fluffy and cabbages green, Hertfordshire’s farmers markets and farm shops are the best we’ve seen! It’s really no surprise that this page is so popular, given our wealth of market towns and farm shops. From the likes of Hemel Old Town Market, to Tring Farmers’ Market and Stevenage Indoor Market, these top spots are packed with local produce, treats and a real taste of Hertfordshire.
Festivals in Hertfordshire
We know that our annual festival line-up release is always a popular one, with food festivals, musical extravaganzas and even family celebrations set to be the soundtrack to your summer. From Slam Dunk Festival to DogFest and Tewinbury Farm’s fantastic family-friendly Farm Yard in the Field, it’s time to don the wellies and start marking this year’s festival calendar.
Our favourite cosy pubs in Hertfordshire
We don’t blame you for loving this feature as it happens to be our go to as soon as the autumn leaves start appearing and the fireside starts beckoning. Check out our top spots for cosy corners, drinks by the fire and gourmet, gastro meals, packed with local produce. And if you fancy making a day of it, we’ve even got a few local walks you can take before your lunch.
Christmas markets by train
You guys love a Christmas market, and with so many cute villages, cobbled streets and festive towns and cities like St Albans, Tring and Hitchin, Hertfordshire really sparkles at this time of year. We’ve even had the likes of markets at the fairytale Knebworth House and Gardens to add a touch of magic to the season. Festive fans, be ready as we’ll be updating this one with this year’s events very soon.
Christmas trails
We know, we know, it’s nowhere near Christmas yet, but in the last ten years our Christmas pages have been more popular than Santa himself. With tours through glittering gardens and magnificent stately homes, we can see why this page has really shone. And we have so much more to share this year, with magical days out planned at many of Hertfordshire’s top attractions.
Christmas events
While we hate to talk about it so early in the year, at the very top of the list is our feature dedicated to Christmas events. Packed with celebratory carol concerts at St Albans Cathedral, Christmas magic at Hatfield House and Knebworth, and even festive makeovers at Paradise Wildlife Park, this feature is always a favourite, so keep your eyes peeled as it will soon be getting a refresh ready for this year!