Here are some tips to help you make the most of a day in Cassiobury Park if you’re going for the miniature railway: 🚂 Miniature Railway Ride times are 11 am – 5 pm. It’s a short, fun trip through the trees that kids (and adults!) love. 🎶 Bandstand Today, 3 pm – 5 pm, the Big Bandstand series is on. Free live music in the heart of the park—great to relax after the train ride. 👧 Playgrounds Two big playgrounds: The Hub Playground near the Cha Café has water play features (splash area in summer), climbing frames, and swings. The Lower Playground near the paddling pools is best for younger children. 🍴 Food & Drink Cha Café (by the Hub): Independent café with sandwiches, cakes, kids’ lunch boxes, and good coffee. Gets busy at lunchtime, so earlier or later is best. Ice-cream vans and kiosks are dotted around the park. Plenty of picnic spots if you’d rather bring your own. 🌳 Walks & Extras Lovely riverside walks along the Grand Union Canal (just beyond the railway). Wide open spaces for ball games or frisbee. If you’ve time, stroll through the nature reserve area at the far end of the park—it’s quieter and great for spotting wildlife. 👉 A nice flow for your day could be: Morning: Playground + railway ride Lunch: Picnic or Cha Café Afternoon: Canal walk

This is such an amazing park, for people living around it’s a bliss. It is such a large and lovely place. Large tress with water bodies running canals gives a wholesome feel of forest and countryside.

Amazing and beautiful park for walks with your dog. It has a lot to offer not only to pet owners but also to parents or anyone who enjoys nature 2h free parking included but remember to take a ticket even for free period. There are at least 2 cafe points there, these are a bit pricey but they have good coffee.

I recently visited Cassiobury Park for the Bake Fest event, and it was a really lovely experience. The park itself is beautiful — spacious, green, and well looked after, with plenty of room to walk around and enjoy the atmosphere. The Bake Fest was a real highlight: so many stalls with delicious baked goods, as cakes and pastries. The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, and it felt like a great community event. Cassiobury Park is already a great place to spend time, whether for a walk, picnic, or just to relax outdoors, and events like Bake Fest make it even more special. I’d definitely recommend visiting, especially when something like this is happening!

Lovely and clean park. Good for running, walking your pets, or just chilling. Quiet and serene with lots of seating areas and a small play area for kids. There's also a canal there with a mini waterfall that looks nice.

Cassiobury Park, Watford is the town’s largest and most popular green space, covering over 190 acres. It offers a mix of natural beauty, family-friendly attractions, and outdoor sports facilities. Family Attractions: Two large children’s playgrounds, a splash pool and paddling pools in summer, and a miniature railway. Sports & Activities: Outdoor gym, tennis courts, basketball, football pitches, golf, and marked walking/cycling trails. Nature & Relaxation: Woodland walks, open meadows, and scenic routes along the Grand Union Canal. Wildlife, including birds and deer, can often be spotted. Facilities: Cafés, refreshment kiosks, picnic spots, and seasonal events such as fairs and concerts. Recognition: Consistently rated among the top parks in the UK. It’s a great spot whether you’re looking for a quiet stroll, a family day out, or outdoor activities.

I visited many times in this park with kids. In summer this is full of people. Also this park has free parking, but this is limited for 2 hours. There are lots of playing equipment for kids. Also this park has the restroom and small cafeteria to celebrate the small party. In summer, evening view is very beautiful. This park also has the small canal and you can also enjoy the fishing. I recently went here in Fun fair to enjoy the summer.

Surprisingly good local history exhibits, including live printing press demonstrations that bring the past to life. The Elton John display showcases some of his early costumes and memorabilia. Free admission makes it a great rainy-day option for families and curious visitors alike.

Watford Museum is a great place to visit for that trip down memory lane! So much of Watford's history lies therein ! I totally recommend it 😁👍🏼

This place is fabulous. I always make time between working to go and have a little look round at the displays and in the gallery at the art displays. Fantastic informative staff

It's bit antiquated but has some interesting information if you have an interest in Watford. We enjoyed the visit!

Really enjoyed the WFC "100 Years at The Vic" exhibition, well curated, lots of interesting content. All the other general local history exhibits were well worth a look too.

Located near Watford high street station at the top endbof town. It has alot of the history of watford from the roman times to the printing town. Recently i went to a Graham Taylor exhibition.

Not the grandest museum in the world. When you do not have anything else to do on a lazy afternoon this is a nice place to go, if you're in watford.

This suburban theatre located in Watford town centre surrounded a variety of shops. The theatre is quite spacious, and seats are comfortable. I enjoyed the show and found the theatre friendly. Would definitely recommend it.

Walked passed this theatre and noticed a poster with Tiny dancer the musical a tribute to Elton John. As we both like his music oh and Reg Dwight came from that area well we couldn't resist booking. Wow what a fantastic evening. And Tom Watson was a superb Elton John if I didn't have my glasses on it could have been him lol. His band was also excellent. Yes it's an old theatre and leg room for me was tight but it didn't distract from a superb evening entertainment and really enjoyed it

Booked seats in the upper circle. Was a good seat but was told that we could move to the Circle If we wanted, so we did. View from both was brilliant and the panto was funny, entertaining and enjoyable for young and old. My favourite part was the audience participation and 'Fanny G' was amazing

An incredibly intimate, yet spacious Theatre in the Watford town centre area. This theatre has a drinks and snacks options available, with a casual seating area. The bathroom facilities is a bit cramped and small but very clean. Staff interaction was to a minimum but very courteous. There is a good range of shows all throughout the year, for all ages. Inside was very ornate and seats were comfortable and spacious, especially for a tall person like me. We came for the first time in May ‘23 for the performance of ‘Happy Birthday Sunita’. The show was very good; it was delightfully funny and highlighted many interesting cultural aspects of the British Indian diaspora. I would definitely be interested in going again and will look out for any new shows.

Love our theatre ❤️

**Edit** Another visit on a cooler night. Good show again. Overall stars remain the same. Everything just nice. Forgot on last review to say staff good too** Went to see Susie Dent for an afternoon show on the hottest day in September! Great show. Highly recommend the show. The venue.. lovely old building. Can't fault the atmosphere. Bar area small for the size of the venue. There is another area but it was closed. Absolutely boiling. There was a fan somewhere but not powerful enough to make a massive impact. They have a variety of shows. Well worth a visit

I visited Watford Palace Theatre to watch Sidhu Vee’s show, and it was a great experience! The show was fantastic, and the food and drinks were fairly priced. The seating could have been a bit more comfortable. The theatre has its charm, but a few updates could enhance the overall experience as the theatre has more of an old-school vibe compared to venues in central London.

Stunning garden! We love that it is open to the public with no fee! We presumed we could view the inside of the house too but we realised it does not say “Open house” The garden has different kinds of plants! A must visit and highly recommended. PS. If you have primary aged children, it is a great way to go there for a walk, discuss a bit about plants and bring a picnic. You and your little ones would have a great day out!

Very nice little garden and house, they have fish pond and birds cage with some nice birds inside. Very quiet and calm with some benches to set down and relax. Small car park which makes easier for people with kids and old age people to visit this place. Some benches around to set down and have a rest.

Beautiful gardens and peaceful to reflect and relax, recommend to take a camera to capture moments. Very well kept garden with toilet available and plenty of parking outside nearby. Definitely recommend visiting in the warm weather.

Lovely large wooden garden. Note to those who look after it: The pond pump must be on fire the koi carp as it is like pea soup. A small white bird who has lost its feathers is being pecked and is bleeding. Toilet dreadful. No staff here or able to contact anyone!

Lovely place to chill and lots of beautiful plants and flowers to enjoy.

Visited Friday 24th October. Beautiful gardens, well worth a visit but..... The toilets were closed, with Staff Only signs. Very lucky for me, weddings taking place on that day, so the house was open. I snook in there. I was also under the impression I could get a cup of tea, but may be wrong on that.

What a wonderful find! Beautifully maintained gardens with paths, statues, arbors, quiet benches, koi pond and the day we went an exhibit from a local artist. Small, quaint and quiet -- would be great for a picnic, easy walk, etc.

Amazing place! Its been many years since I was last there and its nice that more things have been added in that time. Went during the dark arts time and was fun to see the death eather preforming at different locations around the studio. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys Harry Potter! The lay out is brilliant and just getting to see how it was all made is amazing.

Where do I start! Absolutely amazing experience. A must visit for all the potter heads out there. Being a core fan of the book, the movie sets was truly a visual treat. I visited during the Dark Arts theme right after Halloween. The entire tour looked like a carefully planned adventure. The atmosphere felt do lively - kudos to the employees and the guides. A kind employee even took my picture (I was on a solo trip!). I saw the butter beer had mixed reviews. But I personally devoured it. It was refreshing after a long walk. Food was alright, not a fan of the unsalted fries. Some spaces did feel a bit rushed, specially people pushing and hovering around impatiently. Could see the kids engaging a lot with the sets. The photo booths are cute, however felt like a rip-off to have a poster print for £20! Considering the high turnaround rate, they could reduce the price. The broom videos looked a bit tacky but would be a fun try out for kids. Loved the small performance by the Death Eaters who kindly let us take pictures together! Cried myself through the pricey souvenirs, but the butter beer packs were a steal! For folks who can’t find the tickets during the holidays, keep checking every single day twice. I got mine on a random day check, and snagged it right away! They were kind enough to swap me to a different slot (which I found again), without additional charges! Overall worth every penny!

We had arranged a visit to the Warner Bros. Studio for our daughter’s birthday, as she’s crazy about Harry Potter. We were greeted by Menaka at the ticket collection counter. She was incredible!! 😃 Super friendly and charismatic in every way, and a true potterhead too! Our daughter was fully engaged in conversation with Menaka who shared all the wonderful things to look out for whilst on the tour. We gained tips on how to manage our time during the tour, which took 5 hours in total, including a break at the Butterbeer Bar. Menaka also gave our girl a birthday badge and several other goodies, which truly delighted her. We were amazed by the genuine kindness shown to make our daughter feel special 💓 We had arrived over an hour earlier than our scheduled tour time, so Menaka encouraged us to enjoy lunch in the Food Hall. We loved it! All dishes were very tasty and generous in portion, so we were fully prepared for the grand tour 🤩 As a birthday girl, our daughter was given the special privilege to open the door to Hogwarts! 🎉 From then on, the tour was outstanding. Spectacular sets, fun green screen experience and entertaining death eater performances. Beware of the Dementors and Acromantulas in the forbidden forest! 😨 Overall, a superb day out made extra special by all staff members, though Menaka was our favourite!! 🌟

Went on the small group tour. We were meant to skip queues but we didn't skip the queue we just skipped the bit we were going to see. But it was still worth it to get all the amazing little facts that the guide gave us. We went when it was hogwarts in winter. The food here is super expensive! You can take tour own food but i felt like it was part of the experience so just went with it. Remember to get your free passport so you can get your stamps as you go round 👍 The tour was 4hrs with a 1hr break. We went back in so in total spent 6hrs there and definitely could have spent longer. Take your time and make sure you make the most out of the full day.

A MUST if you are a Harry Potter or film fan. Amazing tour guide! You are right where it all happened. Far away. We did deluxe tour, it was great but has room for improvement for sure. Our guide was amazing! Stayed for High Tea and it was okay.

An unforgettable experience for any fan of Harry Potter. Warner Bros. Studio Tour is a magical journey behind the scenes that brings the wizarding world to life like no other. From the detailed sets and authentic props to the incredible special effects and costumes, every corner sparks wonder and nostalgia. The interactive elements and knowledgeable guides make it engaging for all ages. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious about movie magic, this tour is a must-visit. Truly enchanting from start to finish! ✨

I highly recommend the VIP tour. Breakfast was delicious and the guided tour was so informative. You are able to really get behind the magic with the aid of your personal tour guide. I was in a small group of only 5 and the experience was amazing. The sets, the costumes and the special effects are astonishing.

I had the misfortune of dining at this establishment recently, and I must say, it was one of the worst culinary experiences I’ve had in quite some time. We ordered a beer to start, which arrived warm and tasted flat, reminiscent of a beer that’s been sitting out for far too long. I can only assume they switch off the fridge overnight and turn it back on during working hours – a terrible oversight in any restaurant. The food was even more disappointing. We ordered a Carbonara and a pizza. The Carbonara was simply dreadful, drowned in a white sauce that tasted more like mascarpone or cream, rather than the traditional egg-based sauce. It lacked any seasoning, and the few bits of ham scattered through it were tasteless. The presentation was abysmal, with the dish looking like it had been reheated in a microwave and then dumped onto a plate, still retaining the odd shape of the container it must have come from. The pizza was equally bad. The dough was rubbery, clearly undercooked, and there was barely any topping – less than 1cm of ingredients, with the rest being just dough. The small amount of cheese and chicken that was present tasted off, with the chicken in particular having an unusual and unpleasant flavour. The only redeeming features were the pleasant atmosphere and the professionalism of the waiter, but when it comes to dining, good food should be the top priority – and here, it was sorely lacking. There’s a Pizza Express just across the street. I strongly suggest heading there instead if you’re after something decent. There’s nothing worse than being hungry and wasting money on terrible food.

A beautifully, quaint Italian restaurant! We decided after looking at the positive reviews to try as it was my daughters birthday. The two waiters who served us were polite, with prompt service and always with a smile. The food was delicious, excellent quality, and all homemade. I would recommend to anyone visiting Watford to try here. My only issue was they had run out of puddings, but that also tells me they've been extremely busy throughout the day, and it's not hard to see why.

great deal for lunch 2 courses just for £13 ordered fries halloumi and beef Lasagne both of them taste very good can ask to take away if you can't finish them The service is excellent, definitely worth it to try

Enjoy a nice meal with a great deal for a two-course set lunch on weekdays. I ordered an appetizer along with a pizza, which was the size of a main course. For the main course, I ordered lasagna.

Went with a group of 9 other people for a birthday celebration the other day. The decor inside is lovely, the servers warm and friendly. The food was fantastic! The most delicious penne arabiatta I've had and the vegetariana pizza was scrumptious, to say the least. 10/10 would recommend

Really enjoyed their pasta, very tasty and fresh. I had a flirtini, definitely one of the top mocktails I’ve tried. Customer service is always amazing as well

Abundant choice! I ordered two lunch set and one starter. All were delicious with good service. That day when I left watford, I thought I lost my invisible braces in there, and I called restaurant to try to find it. They helped me to find it bin immediately. Finally I found it, which was in my friend’s pocket. I want to say thank you. You are the best restaurant I tried in watford, even in the UK. Please Try pasta with cheese! 🙇‍♀️

came here to see the ucl final and it was super busy!! thought I wasn't going to find a seat but the server Harry managed to find us a table spare and we had a great time! Will be back for the season. Food was also nice, had some wings which were tasty.

Stopped in after an evening out. Fine enough. Not too busy for a Thursday. Punters are friendly. Big venue and has outdoor seating.

Great place to meet and watch sports, watched the boxing here a couple weeks ago and the atmosphere was incredible, even had a decent photographer that night. Food is quality every time I’ve eaten there and had great bants and service from Myles, all the service guys always working hard and it shows.

Came to watch the game very nice place makes a change from other places I go to, the staff were very nice especially a lady called Michelle was very attentive and also made sure myself and my friend were looked after couldn't asked for more. Will definitely be coming back.

Came here for a bottomless brunch and our server harry was really attentive! Always made sure the drinks were topped up and such a smooth service! What a credit to the team.

Not best, beer served too cold. Don’t mind paying £6.05 for a pint I not had before but to get it served really cold and unable to taste it might as well have a bottle of water.

came here with my sister for a bottomless brunch for her birthday, was super affordable and the drinks were nice! Harry was our server and he was really good

Very quiet. I hadn't been to a S&G for years and thought it would have the same atmosphere as the city restaurants (even for a Tuesday lunch) The staff were excellent as was the service. However the food, not so. Everything was deep fried in breadcrumbs. It was hard to distinguish the chicken from the duck and the calamari from the cheese. I asked why the boa buns was so dark and was told "that's how they are"

We started out with a very nice dinner. The staff kindly replaced fries with delicious sweet potato fries. The food was great even though they were out of steak. When we ordered drinks, we were informed about 1+1 free of the same two drinks so we just got two drinks each. The drinks weren't very strong so we appreciated the special offer.

Emma at Slug and Lettuce was absolutely fantastic — she gave us such great service and really made our visit special. She was friendly, attentive, and nothing was too much trouble for her. On top of that, she was such a lovely person to chat to, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place! The cosy and inviting interior makes it perfect for groups, couples, or even a solo outing. The starters and cocktails were absolutely delicious, and Daniel provided excellent service, ensuring we were happy with everything. It was my first visit, but definitely won’t be my last!

I’m extremely disappointed with the service at Slug & Lettuce Watford. We had a bottomless brunch booking and received a call just 8 minutes before our reservation to be told it was cancelled due to an issue with the kitchen. The only food options offered were a salad or mac and cheese, neither of which were suitable for our group – and certainly not reflective of what we paid for. We had travelled an hour to get to this location and spent £60 on a taxi, only to be given no real solution, compensation, or even a proper apology. Despite the fact no food would be served, we were not offered an upgrade, discount, or alternative. Instead, we were simply told, "We can’t do it then." This level of service is unacceptable, especially considering there was no prior warning about any kitchen issues – something that could have easily been communicated earlier in the day. The lack of accountability and unwillingness to help resolve the situation left us incredibly frustrated and out of pocket. Would strongly reconsider booking here in the future unless improvements are made in communication and customer care. Ended up leaving due to this.

Good atmosphere and lovely staff. We did the bottomless brunch, there was 6 of us and we had a good time. Drinks came frequently unlike some bottomless brunches elsewhere. However, we ordered food and after 20 minutes the waiter came back and told us they didn’t have any of the things we ordered so we all had to pick something else which was then limited as they ran out of loads. I’m not sure why it took them so long to figure it out they didn’t have most of the stuff on the menu. The food then took ages to come. We had the table 7:45-9:45 and I think the food came out at 9pm. Other than that the drinks experience was great.

I had an excellent experience at my brunch earlier today!!! the drinks and food were amazing and Emma was a fast and attentive server! She truly made for a wonderful and memorable experience, will definitely return, cannot recommend enough

Such a beautiful spot to eat, grab a drink, and have a good chat. It’s got a rustic charm but still feels super elegant and well taken care of. The food was great overall—though the pork chops were a bit overcooked and chewy. Service could’ve been smoother; we had to wave a few times to get someone’s attention. Seemed like they might’ve been short-staffed and doing their best. Other than that, it was a fantastic experience. Definitely going back!

Sure! Here's a more natural and polished version of your comments: --- This is a lovely spot for lunch, with a beautifully floral interior that makes it perfect for a date or taking photos with friends and family. The service fee is optional if you're in a group of fewer than seven people. The food is excellent — the Asian Pork Belly Bites are my absolute favorite: sweet, crispy, and tender without being dry. The Cumberland sausage also makes a solid choice for a main course. Prices are reasonable, around \$30 per person without dessert. Overall, I definitely recommend this place. Just keep in mind that there aren't many servers, so things might be a bit slow — patience helps!

Actual location is good and decor has been done very well. Areas were dirty with crumbs on the seats and food on the floor. When we arrived there was no one to meet us, had to get the bar man to show us to our table. Ordered the signature hanging kebab sharing platter. Chips were hard and cold all the kebab meat seemed like it came out of a packet except the Halloumi which was the nicest part of the dish. Onion rings deep fried packet bought and served soggy.

Sat outside in the lovely sun, this was a quick stop before heading home. My friend and I ordered soft drinks, table water, and a side of chips. Very pretty decor and lots of photo opportunities. I would visit and recommend.

🌸 Beautiful experience at The Florist, Watford! The restaurant is absolutely stunning full of pink flowers and dreamy décor that makes you feel like you’re dining inside a fairytale garden. 🌷 I had the chicken kebab it was super delicious, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. The staff were lovely and friendly, and the whole atmosphere was so cosy and elegant. Definitely a place worth visiting again! 💕

Great food and service. They catered for all my intolerances which made my visit seamless and enjoyable. Love their cute decor. Definitely worth a visit!

We celebrated a family birthday here last night and had a lovely evening. There was 0 of us split across 2 tables as requested/booked. The service and vibe here is great. They really looked after us well and made sure our celebration was a success. A special shout out to our server Charlene who went above and beyond, despite having a ‘tricky’ patron on the next table over. The food was okay, not amazing but that’s a personal thing for me. I can be a fussy foodie.

Food is obviously prepared to great standard with great staff The buffet itself is a tightly packed nightmare where people are crammed into a small stream of which no one knows the correct direction, which leads to a lot of knocking into each other Definitely ask to be sat as far away from the buffet as possible. The closer the more hectic and hot it gets. We were placed behind a busy blind spot so getting out to the buffet was a hazard itself. Didn’t make for a great experience and wouldn’t recommend a visit. The grounds were lovely outside and we enjoyed a lovely stroll after being packed in at the back of the Glasshouse

We had an absolutely wonderful time at The Glasshouse at the Grove! The ground and area are beautiful and the food was insane. Can’t believe the food was such high quality for a buffet! I have already recommended it to friends and family and we only came last night! We will definitely be back! The beef wellington was unreal and cooked perfectly!

Not just a meal - an epic experience. A real quality event. All the food looks wonderful and you wish you could eat it all.....Wonderful surroundings and comfortable seating. Staff are so pleasant and just whisk away your plates leaving you ready to sample your next delicacy. The roast was great, but my favourite was the desserts. The chocolate fountain, marshmallows, Turkish delight, meringues oh, I could go on and on. Well worth the money. Treat yourself.

The most expensive buffet in England — but worth it for a special, informal occasion. The setting at The Grove is stunning and romantic, but The Glasshouse itself is more vibrant than intimate. It’s all about exploring fantastic food and trying new things. A great treat for food lovers!

Situated inside The Grove Hotel and accessible through the main entrance (you pass it on the way to the car park). Beautiful tiered dining area. Starters, mains and seating on the higher tier, deserts and more seating on the lower tier. Quite an incredible range of food stations Indian, Italian, seafood, salad, Asian, carvery, sushi and deserts! Food quality is excellent with the right level of quality vs replenishment. All the food that should be hot was hot, and flavourful to boot. In particular, I recommend the Indian and carvery although the level everywhere was high. Service was great and on point, as well as the general ambience. It's expensive (~£88/head) and I think you either get value from buffets or you don't, but we enjoyed it.

Definitely worth to go! The atmosphere was great and the view of the garden was stunning🪄! Food is good but the option was a bit little. It’d have been great if there is more option on the sashimi and pasta. But the dessert section is absolutely a highlight!!

Had a wonderful evening. The food is exceptional . The staff are just so welcoming. Pleasant and friendly . We then watched Bridget Jones in the walled Garden. It was a great film and great setting. The way your looked after I would not hesitate to return . Thank you for a wonderful evening