THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Harpenden - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
Things to Do in Harpenden

Things to Do in Harpenden, Hertfordshire - Harpenden Attractions

Things to Do in Harpenden

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Top Attractions in Harpenden

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Golf Courses
Pristine golf club with challenging greens and picturesque grounds ideal for photography. Venue caters to events with exclusive ceremony areas and a lively dance floor.
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Traditional pub with a large garden and outdoor kitchen, serving hearty roasts and providing family entertainment including a bouncy castle. Features live music and is dog-friendly.
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What travelers are saying

  • Glads20
    Harpenden, UK30 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Perfect place to walk the dog with the family. Occasionally crowded and sometimes need to compete for space with joggers and cyclists but much quieter as you leave Harpenden.
    Written October 23, 2022
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  • Kathy L
    Potters Bar, UK88 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really nice walk - and an unexpected play area as well! Plan to go back in the summer with a picnic.
    Written February 5, 2023
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  • Jon P
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We wanted a private room with a lunchtime carvery for a very special occasion. The guest of honour also requested a “proper home-made” apple pie with two cloves in each serving. We needed to amend the date due to circumstances.
    The venue was amazing, the tables had been set out and dressed to perfection, we had our own private patio area where guests could enjoy the sunshine.
    The food was delicious, well cooked, beautifully presented and served.
    The Apple Pie had 2 cloves in each slice - amazing attention to detail!
    The wait staff were extremely attentive and very accommodating.
    The most important comment I received from the guest of honour was, “this was perfection, just how I had imagined, I couldn’t have asked for anything else.”
    Written April 15, 2024
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  • TravellerTH
    Harpenden, UK158 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Farmers’ markets are often a let down, advertised as one thing but inevitably full of tat when you actually get there. That isn’t the case in Harpenden, there are actual farmers! The Town Council seem to keep a firm grip on who can have a stall and it pays off as every stall is full of something wonderful and there is such a range. There is a definite bias towards food but also wood crafts, some jewellery and homewares. There is a lot of choice when it comes to meat, with several local farms and some from further a field present. The Oslinc stall is work a visit for an ostrich burger straight from the grill and a selection of exotic burgers to take home (including crocodile, wild boar and zebra). There is one fish shall and it is always busy, so get there early as if the queue is anything to go by, this is decent seafood. There is local honey, curry pastes, fresh dim sum and reportedly the best bacon butty around (I personally don’t agree). There is always plenty of fresh produce, I had asparagus and watercress (both local) when it was in season. There is something for everyone and you won’t be disappointed.
    Written July 8, 2019
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  • BoardingPass556321
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We celebrated a family 90th Birthday with a group of 27 family and friends, ages ranging from 5 years to 90 years and had a wonderful celebration lunch.
    The room was perfect. Beth Curant was so helpful, responsive and met all our requests from the first contact until the. The staff on the day were brilliant. So friendly, helpful, the service was attentive and professional. The food was really delicious. We could not have had a better experience and I can not thank the staff enough. It made for a very successful, very special day.
    Written April 16, 2023
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  • Harps02
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A lovely place to sit amongst the mayhem under tree and get lost into the flowers decorated by the council.
    Written July 13, 2020
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  • therichastill
    Stevenage, UK2,768 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our Lady of Lourdes Church is very close to Harpenden town centre.

    It is just off the High Street and very close to the War Memorial. According to the sign outside the front of the building it has a number of mass services during the week and three services on a Sunday.
    Written May 23, 2021
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  • therichastill
    Stevenage, UK2,768 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just off the High Street, St Nicholas Church is a nice looking building.

    It is very close to the War Memorial and there is a small parking area outside the front.
    Written May 23, 2021
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  • TREVOR T
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited a few times, very welcoming and friendly owners, comfortable seating, good ales, there is an area with TV for sports and an area without if you wanted a quiet drink. Will definitely visit again.
    Written January 29, 2023
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  • davethedrill
    Hemel Hempstead, UK2,364 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well done Harpenden Golf Club
    First time here
    The course is in fantastic condition
    The greens exceptional
    Clubhouse serves well priced food and drink
    Can’t wait to return
    Written August 21, 2019
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  • Rosaleen W
    7 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We popped into the Plough and Harrow yesterday evening and we're very impressed - nice pub with a good friendly vibe - and the service behind the bar was first class - warm, friendly, helpful and very engaging - Diane is worth her weight in gold!!!
    Written March 29, 2024
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