Aldenham Road, Radlett, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 3BA
Aldenham Country Park
Parkland
Place photograph
5.0
Wildland
1–2 hours
Time
Paid
Cost
Peaceful
Feel
Why it's Wildland
5.0A reservoir circuit, woodland paths and working farm make this 100-acre countryside park an easy way to trade London’s bustle for an outdoor day. The experience ranges from a quiet waterside walk to booked farm visits and seasonal family activities.
Aldenham earns its place for the combination of a reservoir-side walk, woodland and countryside with a working farm, all within reach of London. It offers a genuine change of scene, though its visitor attractions and family facilities make it a managed country park rather than a secluded wild escape.
Peaceful · Family-buzz
Find your way
Open mapAldenham Road, Radlett, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 3BA
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The experience
Walk the reservoir circuit for a straightforward waterside outing, or make a longer visit of it with the woodland, 100 Aker Wood and—subject to current opening and booking arrangements—the farm. Swimming and paddling permission are not established by the available sources.
Things to do
Walk the reservoir circuit
Take the short circular route by the reservoir, with water, trees and birds along the way. The route is described as easy and surfaced with pavement and hard dirt.
About 30–60 minutes
Explore 100 Aker Wood
Visit the named woodland area within the park. Check the official website for current access information.
Visit the farm
The park advertises farm visits and opportunities to meet and feed animals, including cows, goats, sheep and alpacas. Check entry, session and booking requirements before visiting.
Check for seasonal events
The park advertises seasonal events, including Spook-Fest and Winter-Fest. Confirm dates and availability on the official website.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 1 hour
Quick Escape: Reservoir Circuit
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Walk the published circular route around Aldenham Reservoir.
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Take time for the waterside and tree-lined views.
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Allow extra time for a café stop if it is open.
Half day · Half day
Make a Half Day of It: Reservoir, Woodland and Farm
- 01
Start with the reservoir circuit.
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Explore 100 Aker Wood.
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If available and booked as required, add a farm visit or small-animal petting session.
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Finish with refreshments at the café or kiosk, checking opening arrangements first.
Hidden details
The park’s named woodland — 100 Aker Wood is a named area within the park. It is a useful woodland detour from the reservoir outing; check current access information before visiting.
When to go
· No particular time of day is established by the available sources. Check opening information before travelling.
The reservoir walk and parkland are presented as visitor experiences without a specific seasonal restriction. Farm activities and seasonal events may vary; check the official website.
The reservoir circuit includes outdoor paths. Check conditions and route suitability before setting out, especially after wet weather.
The route
- surface
- Pavement and hard dirt, according to the route listing
- distance
- 1.7 miles
- duration
- Estimated 30–60 minutes
- difficulty
- Easy
- route shape
- Circular
- start point
- Aldenham Country Park; the supplied Google pin is a main-place pin, not a verified entrance or route start.
- parking start
- Paid parking is reported by the source row. Confirm current charges and parking arrangements on the official website.
- Aldenham Reservoir
- Waterside and tree-lined sections
- Birdlife noted in the route description
What to look for
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Notice how the route shifts between reservoir views, tree-lined sections and open countryside. The park’s 100 Aker Wood is a named woodland area
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the visitor farm features animals including cows, goats, sheep and alpacas.
Best time to go
Year-round; choose a clear, calm day for the reservoir circuit. Check the park’s website for seasonal activities and current opening details.
A clear, calm day is a good choice for the reservoir views. The park advertises seasonal events; check its website for dates and availability. No particular time of day is evidenced as best.
How long to spend
1–2 hours; Half day
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Walkers · Photographers
Before you go
Address
Phone
Website
Google rating
Practical information
Opening & access
The park’s website says it is open every day from 9am. Parking is paid; check the official website for current charges, opening details and any activity-specific entry requirements before setting out.
Check before visiting
Parking
Paid parking is offered; check current charges and arrangements on the official website.
Check before visiting
Toilets
The source listing reports public toilets and a wheelchair-accessible toilet. Confirm current availability before visiting.
Food & drink
The official website lists a café and kiosk.
Dogs
The source listing says dogs are allowed. Check the park’s current rules, including any restrictions around farm animals and activity areas.
Check before visiting
Accessibility
The source listing reports a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating and toilet. A published reservoir circuit is described as easy, using pavement and hard dirt; check current route conditions and suitability before travelling.
Check before visiting
Cost
Paid
Water
Reservoir
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Around Aldenham Country Park
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
