Pictures of Hertfordshire

About the county of Hertfordshire

Situated in the South-East of England, Hertfordshire is bounded by the Counties of Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Greater London and Essex. Hertfordshire is not only popular with tourists but also commuters due to its easy access to Greater London and its many interesting attractions such as St Albans Cathedral, built on what is believed to be the site of the martyrdom of St Alban, Knebworth House, a beautiful gothic mansion and famous worldwide for its rock concerts and as the home of Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer Lytton - author of the words "The pen is mightier than the sword" and Scott's Grotto a series of interconnected chambers, extending some 67ft into the chalk hillside, built for the 18th century poet John Scott.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Hertfordshire

Aldbury (41 Pictures)

a Picturesque Village in the county of Hertfordshire

Lying on the edge of the Chiltern Hills this is one of the counties most attractive villages...

Broxbourne (4 Pictures)

in the county of Hertfordshire

This is an attractive place lying close to the eastern border of the county between the River Lee and the Lee Navigation system, with Hoddesdon being the closest town...

Hemel Hempstead (24 Pictures)

in the county of Hertfordshire

Set in a delightful valley of the Chilterns, formed by the River Gade, the town is noted for its variety of old buildings which include the Norman church dedicated to St.Mary...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Hertfordshire

Aldenham Country Park (3 Pictures)

Created in 1971, this 175 acre of woodland, parkland and open water is an ideal setting for everyone. The park contains an.....

Berkhamsted Castle (11 Pictures)

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St Albans Cathedral and Abbey Church (17 Pictures)

Dominating the city skyline on every main approach, the magnificent Abbey Church is a former Norman Abbey Church set in the.....

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