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The Top 20 Attractions around Hertsmere

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Hertsmere. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Hertsmere is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 24, 2025

Pegasus Bridge

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I created this highlight and called it "Horseshit Bridge" which is the name by which it is generally known. The edit to Pegasus Bridge makes my and @gregster 's comments meaningless

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Wash Lane Tunnel Under the M25

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The bit north of the M25 is nice paved and cycleable but the other side needs to be walked. After heavy rainfall the path alongside the canal can become waterlogged. …

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A1000 Country Road Stretch

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Speedy as you get on it from either end as it’s essentially a dip - you drop first and climb later! Good in/out point off the A1000 to start enjoying country roads if leaving London that way.

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Downhill to Horsepit Bridge

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Word of warning on this one as the bottom of the descent, where the road veers to the right to follow along the A1 is pretty gravelly and dusty, requiring extra attention when cornering

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Rother Valley Country Park Forest Trail

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end of road is gravel

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Coopers Lane Road

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A really beautiful bit of tarmac - smooth surface, gently rolling profile and usually not a lot of traffic on this beautiful tree lined road. Very, very nice 👌

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Coal Tax Marker, Waterfields Recreation Ground

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Here is some history of Waterfields Recreation Ground - "The land appropriated for Waterfields Recreation Ground is shown on the Watford Plan of 1842 as pasture and intersected by the …

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Hertfordshire Way Forest and Fields

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This is a stunning view of Hertfordshire and North Mymms Park great picnic spot.

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De Havilland Aircraft Museum

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I used 25mm tyre road bike, a little bumpy but fine when dry! Some steepish climbs but nothing unmanageable.

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Mimms Lane

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Great downhill going west to east from Shenley to the M25, but also a fun uphill going the other way. Good road surface and great views, just watch out for …

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The Top 20 Attractions around Hertsmere

Pegasus Bridge

Wash Lane Tunnel Under the M25

A1000 Country Road Stretch

Downhill to Horsepit Bridge

Rother Valley Country Park Forest Trail

Coopers Lane Road

Coal Tax Marker, Waterfields Recreation Ground

Hertfordshire Way Forest and Fields

De Havilland Aircraft Museum

Mimms Lane

Other adventures around Hertsmere

Most popular routes around Hertsmere

Most popular attractions around Hertsmere

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