Eastlife Spring 2021

Hertfordshire
Warner Bros Studio Tours
Located at the studios where the Harry Potter films were made,
this tour showcases the iconic sets, animatronic creatures
and breathtaking special effects. Enter the magical, wizarding
world by wandering down Diagon Alley, visiting The Great Hall,
exploring the Forbidden Forest and boarding the Hogwarts
Express at Platform 9 3 /4. www.wbstudiotour.co.uk
The Lincolnsfields Centre
Home to The Forties Experience, the Centre is open to the
public on the last Sunday of the month. On these open days
you can experience how life was in the 1940s, with hands-on
interaction while volunteers talk you through the artefacts on
display and answer any questions you may have about the
decade. www.lincolnsfields.co.uk
Cassiobury Park
This Green Flag award-winning beauty spot is the jewel in
Watford’s crown. With wide open spaces, ancient woodland,
tranquil canal, children’s playground, miniature railway and café,
it offers everything for a great day out. At the edge of the park
you’ll find Cassiobury Farm, a rare breeds centre housing micro
pigs, miniature horses, alpacas and more.
www.watford.gov.uk/cassioburypark
Shopping
With over 140 stores, restaurants and leisure attractions,
Watford’s spacious retail centre is a great place to shop, dine
and play. Located in the heart of the town and housing all the
big brands plus a nine-screen cinema, bowling alley and indoor
climbing, it’s certain to be a crowd-pleaser.
www.watford-shopping.co.uk
Cheslyn House & Gardens
Discover Watford’s best kept secret. Designed by renowned
architect Henry Colbeck and his wife, Daisy, the gardens display
unusual and exotic plants collected while travelling the world.
Imaginatively laid out with a pond, fernery, herbaceous borders,
aviary and a dense woodland garden, which is full of colour in
spring. Dogs on leads are allowed in the gardens.
www.watford.gov.uk
Planet Ice
An ice rink offering fun family sessions, open skate times,
birthday parties and disco evenings. If you want to take things
more seriously, they also offer lessons in figure skating, ice
dancing and ice hockey: a great way to develop confidence,
balance and fitness. Cute penguin skating aids are available for
beginners to hang on to while you find your ice legs!
www.planet-ice.co.uk
Bhaktivedanta Manor
Originally gifted to the Hare Krishna movement by the Beatle
George Harrison, this stunning mock Tudor mansion is a
sanctuary with beautiful gardens, a children’s playground, farm
and lake. It’s open all year for visitors to explore the grounds or
take part in yoga classes, mantra meditation, vegetarian cookery
and inspirational talks. www.bhaktivedantamanor.co.uk
The Watford Museum
Housed in the former Benskins Brewery, the museum tells the
story of the town’s past and present with displays of local history,
industry and archaeology. Topics include Watford at war, print,
brewing and Watford Football Club with some fabulous Elton
John memorabilia. www.watfordmuseum.org.uk
Watford Palace Theatre
Opened in 1908, this beautiful 600-seat Edwardian Palace
Theatre is a Grade II listed building. The popular venue offers
something for everyone with inclusive drama, plays, musicals,
dance, free outdoor festivals, stand-up and, of course, the
much-loved traditional pantomime.
www.watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk
The Snow Centre
Here you’ll find a huge 160m main slope as well as the UK’s
largest indoor lesson slope with perfect real snow conditions
all year round. Catering for both beginners and pros, the centre
also has a bar, coffee shop and alpine themed restaurant where
you can relax and enjoy the panoramic views of the action.
www.thesnowcentre.com
Langleybury Children’s Farm
A farm run by volunteers where you can get close to all of the
animals including sheep, pigs, goats, ducks, geese, chickens,
rabbits, owls, aviary birds and ferrets. Bring a picnic or buy a light
lunch at the farm shop and let your kids let off steam in the play
area with bouncy castle and mini football pitch.
www.langleyburychildrensfarm.org.uk
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