This charming historic town center boasts a rich heritage, with its picturesque streets lined with medieval timber-framed buildings, quaint shops, and traditional pubs. The Old Town Hall, a stunning example of 18th-century architecture, stands proudly in the town square, while the nearby St. Mary's Church dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can wander along the River Gade, which runs gently through the town, and explore the many alleyways and courtyards that reveal hidden gems and surprises.
Hemel Hempstead Old Town offers a charming, historic contrast to the modern main town centre. Cobblestone streets, quaint shops, and cozy cafes create a nostalgic atmosphere, while the main town features bustling malls and contemporary amenities. The unique character of the Old Town provides a serene escape, making it a delightful complement to the vibrant, urban energy of the main town.
Lovely space where you feel like walking in a beautiful tale. Small and cosy old shops to spend one morning and walk around the old town.
Wonderfully quirky with the type of antique shops that have sadly disappeared from 99% of high streets, free-trading coffee shops and the odd pub. Well worth a visit if you have some time.
A picturesque place with plenty of pubs and coffee shops, a historic part of hemel. Short stroll from gadebridge Park and leading into the town centre.
Wonderful afternoon enjoying good company in convivial surroundings at historic St Mary's Church for the first of hopefully many more Hemel Old Town beer and cider festivals. Thank you Canon John and the local CAMRA Region along with support from the regular traders at the old town farmers market. Throughout, musical accompaniment was provided by local singing and organ playing artistes.
The Old High Street in Hemel Hempstead is mostly coffee shops and restaurants a small number of antique cum junk shops and not much else. This very short road can be driven down via the one way system in about 90 seconds. Historic certainly, inspiring no.
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Hemel Hempstead Old Town offers a charming, historic contrast to the modern main town centre. Cobblestone streets, quaint shops, and cozy cafes create a nostalgic atmosphere, while the main town features bustling malls and contemporary amenities. The unique character of the Old Town provides a serene escape, making it a delightful complement to the vibrant, urban energy of the main town.
Lovely space where you feel like walking in a beautiful tale. Small and cosy old shops to spend one morning and walk around the old town.
Wonderfully quirky with the type of antique shops that have sadly disappeared from 99% of high streets, free-trading coffee shops and the odd pub. Well worth a visit if you have some time.
A picturesque place with plenty of pubs and coffee shops, a historic part of hemel. Short stroll from gadebridge Park and leading into the town centre.
Wonderful afternoon enjoying good company in convivial surroundings at historic St Mary's Church for the first of hopefully many more Hemel Old Town beer and cider festivals. Thank you Canon John and the local CAMRA Region along with support from the regular traders at the old town farmers market. Throughout, musical accompaniment was provided by local singing and organ playing artistes.
The Old High Street in Hemel Hempstead is mostly coffee shops and restaurants a small number of antique cum junk shops and not much else. This very short road can be driven down via the one way system in about 90 seconds. Historic certainly, inspiring no.
