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The paintings were discovered in 1953 whilst a row of ancient cottages were being renovated. They were hidden behind layers of wallpaper and later examination dated the paintings to be from late 1400's. It is now an attraction open to the public. Leave a Comment Address: Piccotts end, Hemel Hempstead.Directions: South west of town.
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The oldest street in Hemel and for hundreds of years it was the main shopping and market road. Ancient taverns and inns still occupy a place in the old high street. In fact "THE OLD BELL INN" is believed to be Haunted!! Leave a Comment Address: High street , Hemel Hempstead.Directions: West of Town centre.
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Leisure world, also know as Jarman Park and WallyWorld. Its a massive leisure complex just out of town which houses, 'Aqualand' the swimming pool with waterslides, Odeon cinema, 'Silverblades' the iceskating rink, Pool tables, arcade games and the bowling alley. Also burger king and sweets and ice cream shop for the cinema.
The complex also includes bars and clubs (see nightlife tips for more details). There's Hot Shots, Jumping Jaks, Visage and Ethos also an over 18s arcades (fruitmachines etc).
Its a great place for all the family in the day times but i'd advise to keep the kids away at night.
Good parking. Tescos superstore and MacDonalds also at Jarmans Park. Leave a Comment Address: Jarman ParkDirections: Go up the hill at the magic roundabout and its at the top. 2 min drive, 5-10 min walk.
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This development, based around a former industrial area of mills is worth a visit.
Alongside the Grand Union canal, the basin provides moorings for canal boats, a couple of shops and a couple of restaurants. Most of the development are rather smart 'townhouses'. I take it that most of the residents are quite new, as I observed one young lady with a pair of binoculars checking out the 'talent' in another townhouse across the water.
The 'Papermill' pub serves normal good pub fare, but the real gem is 'Woody's veggie restaurant'. Sourbugger loves his meat, but just of a change the home made pizza, veggie crepes and 'organic' Cola was quite a pleasant change. Welcoming staff too. Leave a Comment Address: 19 Dickinson QuayPhone: 01442 266280
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The Bury in Gadebridge park was a manor house . King Henry VIII stayed here with Anne Boleyn in the 1500's. All that remains is the Charter Tower. Leave a Comment
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Aquasplash water park is situated inside the leisure world complex near junction 8 of the M1 motorway. Aquasplash is designed with a jungle theme and has lots of slides and rides. Leave a Comment
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St Marys church has been a place of worship for over eight hundred and fifty years. It is situated just off the old high street at the heart of the town. Leave a Comment
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When the Town centre was re-designed in the early sixties , the Water Gardens was built to run alongside the main shopping street as a place to relax . Leave a Comment
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At a subconscious level humans seem to seek out water to live by. Not only does ascetically please, it seems to 'soothe the soul' as well.
It is not surprising that the 'masterplanner' of Hemel Hempstead was the brainchild of just one man, Geoffrey Jellicoe, and he had a great interest in the work of Jung.
Although not all of his vision was realised, at least the 'water gardens' right in the centre of the new town were built. These public parks feature fountains, pools and some tasteful sculpture, such as the delightful 'rock and roll' statue of a couple dancing.
His plan was to 'hide' most of the new houses behind wooded and grassed areas, and in the main Hemel reflects that philosophy. It certainly seems to be a more appealing place to live than some of the other 'new towns' of that era such as Redditch, Cumbernald or Basildon. The fact that it was not a completely blank canvas to begin with may have helped, or perhaps just the fact that old Geoffrey's (i believe) first love was gardens rather than architecture. Leave a Comment Address: Hemel Hempstead
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This is a view from the top of Kodak house . If you look closely you cant see my old house! Leave a Comment
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