Watford
Properties and events in Watford
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A tale of two histories - Pump House Watford
A guided tour of the Pump House Theatre & Arts Centre. This tour will look at the heritage of the building as a pump station and then as its development into a theatre and arts centre.
Guided Tour of Holy Rood Roman Catholic Church
A chance to enjoy a guided tour of one of just two Grade 1 listed buildings in Watford. The tour will cover the history, architecture and artwork of the church, which was built in 1890 in the Gothic Revival style.
Hearts and Hooves - Spiritual Discovery and Cow Therapy
Explore the beautiful Bhaktivedanta Manor — a gift from George Harrison — with a guided tour of the mock-Tudor mansion, gardens and cow sanctuary. Feed and brush the cows, try mantra meditation, and enjoy a free delicious vegetarian meal.
Palace Back Stage Tour
Back Stage Tours of the Watford Palace Theatre
Retail Trade in Watford 1914
A talk from Helen George about the offer on Watford High Street pre-WW1
St John's Church
Explore the beauty and history of St. John’s Church, a welcoming, inclusive Anglo-Catholic church in central Watford. Pick up a leaflet and enjoy a self-guided tour highlighting the church’s rich heritage and key historic features.
St Mary's Church Watford
Tours of the tower, refreshments provided, period costumes
St Matthews Church, Oxhey, Watford
Come and visit St Matthew's Church, the parish church of Oxhey. Its imposing position and distinctive spire have been a familiar local landmark since it was completed in 1880. A warm welcome awaits you!