Cheslyn House & Gardens
Cheslyn House & Gardens
4.5
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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4.5
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Patricia J
Auckland, New Zealand14 contributions
Aug. 2022
Although a very hot summer, garden was still interesting with plenty of variety. A quiet, serene place in which to wander. Took us around 30 minutes.
Written 17 August 2022
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Tickledtrout23
London, UK111 contributions
Aug. 2022 • Couples
A true hidden gem. A very pleasant surprise in the heart of Watford. Tranquil setting with enough things of interest to keep anyone happy for an hour or two.
With no car parking or admission charges, this is very rare place, indeed.
With no car parking or admission charges, this is very rare place, indeed.
Written 7 August 2022
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22Luke22
66 contributions
May 2022 • Solo
Hidden treasure of Nature and wildlife. This park is a must for any locals or visitors who have an interest in flowers and wildlife or are simply looking for a spot to relax. There is a pond with some lovely fish and frogs, rare birds are kept and there are many floral displays. On top of this there are benched and quite spots throughout which makes it perfect for a lunch walk or reading your books.
Written 15 June 2022
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Al-Shumba
Bedfordshire, UK448 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
A quiet unobtrusive house and gardens in a residential area of Watford. Blink and you will miss the small sign to the car park, we did! Free entry and parking with only access to the toilet. The gardens are well laid out and maintained, with beautiful flowering plants and shrubs. There are lots of exotic plants among the well established trees, with dirt paths to meander around. Take a picnic and sit out in the gardens on one if the many benches, enjoy the fresh air and birdsong. There is a small pond teaming with goldfish and larger carp for you to enjoy.
Written 14 May 2022
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Kevin S
Watford, UK1,276 contributions
Aug. 2021 • Solo
Lovely gardens with plenty of beautiful plants and flowers plus an Avery and fish pond. There are many paths to follow to enjoy the wooded area behind the open garden area. Very relaxing and well worth a visit. With limited parking, going by foot might be preferable.
Written 21 August 2021
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Jane Doe
2 contributions
May 2021
SO glad this has been open over lockdown! The house is shut, but it's such a peaceful beautiful garden, it's a lovely little escape.
Written 1 June 2021
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Glyndwr L
Chipperfield, UK311 contributions
Apr. 2021
A little gem in my home town of Watford , beautiful gardens open to the public within walking distance of the town centre or only a 5 minute drive . Easily spend an hour or 2 wondering around with the added delight of an aviary and a pond with fish .
Written 20 April 2021
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AlinaRC
Hertfordshire1,257 contributions
Feb. 2021
The gardeners at Cheslyn do a wonderful job in keeping the gardens in such good condition with lots to see all year around. At the end of February it is full of colour with the snowdrops still out, heather, cyclamens and hellebores (Christmas rose). The early daffodils and camellias are just starting. The highlight though are the drifts of crocus near the entrance and in the woodland. There are some more formal areas including a pond and flower beds and beyond is more natural woodland area. Do take a moment to see the birds coming and going to the feeder. Usual woodland birds - chaffinches, coal tit, great tit - but we were lucky to also see some Siskin. You can easily spend an afternoon here but to look around thoroughly takes about an hour. There are plenty of benches to sit on and relax (and a toilet for visitors to use).
Written 28 February 2021
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Ann T
4 contributions
Oct. 2020
Absolutely wonderful. Thank you, Nick, our gardener for keeping Cheslyn Gardens so beautiful. My dog enjoys his walks here but must be on the lead. The woods, the gardens, the pond and the aviary are all wonderful.
Written 27 October 2020
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tringys
London, UK48 contributions
Jun. 2020
Beautiful garden in the middle of Nascot Wood Road. Such a relaxing place, perfect for short of long stroll or a dog walk. It has a bird sanctuary and a small pond with carp in it.
Written 31 August 2020
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Jot
Towcester, UK73 contributions
I am quite worried about parking there. Is there any near alternative in case if main parking is full?
miss amethyst
Aylesbury, UK766 contributions
Cassiobury Park and Watford Junction Station car park are both a 5min drive way. Would then be a 25min walk over though. :/ If you get to Cheslyn House before 11am you should get a parking space fine.
Hello, do you hire the house and gardens out for events at all? I live locally and love the gardens so looking forward to hearing back from you.
Kevin S
Watford, UK1,276 contributions
Hi, the gardens are run by the council, it would be worth asking them, another answer below has their number. However we live opposite and can’t recall them being used for a private function for at least the last 10 years. It’s a lovely venue and it would be nice to see it used more. Good luck. Cheers Kevin
jeeandel
Watford, UK6 contributions
Where were you? Cheslyn has no food outlet! You need to bring your own refreshments.
noraswindburn
Watford, UK11 contributions
Do you never go anywhere for the sheer fun and excitement of it without expecting refreshments?
tripops22
Harrow, UK78 contributions
Not sure there is a cafe, we went on a weekend day. The house was not open when we visited, maybe only used for wedding function etc? The garden is nice and compact, with a play area for children. The wood walking area is good and a bit hidden surprise.
Went by car, so don't know public transport directions. Good local park I would say but not very big quite small, only good for picnic for a few hours not whole day. A tiny escape!
Margaret H
Berkhamsted, UK63 contributions
Yes - it's a small park/large garden, and we have taken our own picnic. Not all parks need to be huge, and this is part of the charm of visiting somewhere like this, which may provide inspiration for you to create your own dream garden to escape into. That's the point.
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CHESLYN HOUSE & GARDENS (Watford): All You Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheslyn House & Gardens
- Cheslyn House & Gardens is open:
- Sun - Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Hotels near Cheslyn House & Gardens:
- (1.49 km) The Grove Hotel
- (1.90 km) Holiday Inn London - Watford Junction, an IHG hotel
- (1.64 km) Holiday Inn Express London - Watford Junction, an IHG Hotel
- (2.25 km) Jurys Inn London Watford
- (6.59 km) North Hill Farm
- Restaurants near Cheslyn House & Gardens:
- (1.57 km) Nana's
- (1.32 km) Indian Sizzler
- (1.45 km) Derwish Restaurant
- (1.47 km) The Prince George
- (0.82 km) Saffron House