Historic BuildingsHoddesdon

On the northern fringes of Hampstead Heath lies Kenwood House, one of the most glorious country houses in London. Set in splendid grounds beside Hampstead Heath, this outstanding neoclassical house holds one of the most important collections of paintings ever given to the nation. Works by Rembrandt,…
Distance: 13.9 miles away

One of England's most beloved stately homes, Knebworth House is famous worldwide for its rock concerts and as the home of Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer Lytton ‐ author of the words The pen is mightier than the sword ‐ this beautiful gothic mansion is situated 29 miles north…
Distance: 11.4 miles away

Although the church is now a shadow of its former grandeur, it is still considered to be one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the country. It also attracts lovers of Victorian art and architecture, having been heavily restored in the mid‐1800s by William Burghes and…
Distance: 4.7 miles away

Mountfitchet Castle is a unique history time capsule, enabling the visitor to travel back to Norman England, as it was in 1066, and explore a motte & bailey castle and village on its original ancient site, steeped in history. After the attack on the Castle around 1215…
Distance: 14.3 miles away

Set in the winding streets of Hampstead village, this late 17th‐century house contains an outstanding collection of porcelain, 17th‐century needlework pictures and Georgian furniture, and the Benton Fletcher collection of early keyboard instruments, most of which are in working order. The delightful walled garden includes fine displays of…
Distance: 14.9 miles away

The State Rooms of this celebrated Jacobean House are rich in paintings, furniture, fine tapestries and historic armour. The extensive garden was originally planted by John Tradescant the Elder in the early 17th century. Lady Gwendolen Cecil, younger daughter of Prime Minister Salisbury, designed the West…
Distance: 7.6 miles away

Havering Country Park ‐ Amusement Park in Romford, . Contact venue on telephone number 01708720858 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance: 13.2 miles away

Shaw's Corner is the former home to famous Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw for over 40 years.Bernard Shaw lived in this Edwardian Arts & Crafts‐influenced house from 1906 until his death in 1950. The rooms remain much as he left them, with many literary and personal effects evoking…
Distance: 11.6 miles away

Shephalbury Park ‐ Amusement Park in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. Contact venue on telephone number 01438353389 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance: 11.6 miles away

Trent Country Park ‐ Amusement Park in Barnet, Hertfordshire. Contact venue on telephone number 02084498706 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance: 8.1 miles away