Hemel Hempstead Old Town guided walk

The Old Town has a history stretching back to at least the 8th century, with its origins as a Saxon village. It was granted a market charter by Henry VIII in 1539, leading to its growth as a market town. The Old Town retains many historic buildings, including Tudor half-timbered structures, Georgian shops, and Victorian architecture, offering a glimpse into the town's past.
The medieval period, from which much of the present form of the Old Town is thought to date, sees planned development along the High Street with a number of long, deep plots retaining their historic boundaries from this period. The early 16th-century granting of a borough charter, together with the right to hold a weekly market and yearly fair, secured the continued development of the town to what is seen today.

Timings & Tours

Friday 19 September:

10.00 Meet outside St Mary's Church.

Location & directions

St Mary's Church, High Street, Old Town, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 3AE

Directions:

Park in the Old Town High Street carpark, HP1 3AQ (charges apply) or Gadebridge Park car park (free) We will meet for the start of the tour immediately outside the main entrance to St Mary's Church. This is a circular walk so the tour will conclude here.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please pre-book via eventbrite. Please let us know if you book a place and subsequently find you cannot attend. This will enable us to reallocate your place. Thank you.

Booking contact name:

Alan Olive

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heritage-open-days-hemel-hempstead-old-town-guided-walk-tickets-1485222704089?aff=oddtdtcreator

Booking opens:

18 Aug 2025 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

16 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

This is a outdoor activity so please dress appropriate to the prevailing weather. There are public toilets at the Old Town Hall.

Additional information

We are walking on public pathways which are mainly paved, suitable walking footwear is advised.

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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