A historic market town in Hertfordshire’s bucolic Bulbourne Valley, Berkhamsted is a lovely choice for a relaxed weekend escape. Within easy reach of London and multiple airports, this is a popular destination for relaxed visitors eager to delve into local heritage or follow scenic hiking and cycling trails. Our pick of the best places to stay in Berkhamsted sits right on the high street, perfect for soaking up all that the area has to offer.
The Grand Union Canal, which runs through Berkhamsted, was once a boat building centre. Though the town is much quieter today, the river remains a favourite spot amongst keen boaters as well as for walkers, joggers and cyclists, who zip along the tracks which line the banks of the canal. Head across to centuries-old Berkhamsted Castle for a sense of the area’s rich history, take a self-guided Blue Plaques Walk to understand the town’s heritage landmarks and the people who lived in them, or visit the recently restored Rectory Lane Cemetery.
Berkhamsted hosts a number of festivals throughout the year, as well as open gardens and heritage days. The lively market offers a wonderful opportunity to savour local produce, too. Pack a picnic and follow local footpaths into the beautiful woodland, chalk streams and fields of the Chiltern Hills to discover rural Hertfordshire at its most picturesque. Generous Mediterranean dinners await at the best place to stay in Berkhamsted!
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Berkhamsted
A chic pub with rooms in the heart of historic market town, Berkhamsted. Light and airy rooms boast high ceilings, white-washed walls, crisp white linen and the odd exposed beam. Mediterranean styled dishes come in pleasingly large portions in the restaurant. Ideal for weekend escapes from London.