Hatfield
Things to do in Hatfield, Hertfordshire
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Hatfield House and Park stands as the major draw for visitors, rated 4.5 from nearly 3,000 reviews. Beyond this, the town offers a solid cluster of leisure facilities: the Hertfordshire Sports Village and Hatfield Leisure Centre both score well, while the Swim Centre provides another option for water-based activities. The Kids Funzone is highly rated at 4.6, making it a reliable choice for families. The ODEON cinema rounds out entertainment options in the town centre.
For eating out, Cafe Sport leads the way with a 4.5 rating from just under 1,000 reviews, while Forum Restaurant has accumulated over 1,400 reviews at 4.3. A branch of Starbucks operates within the town, and there are several smaller dining spots scattered through the listings, though most have limited review counts so far.
Hatfield has five hotels and guesthouses available. The Comet London Hatfield is the highest-rated option at 4.4, while The Mills Guesthouse also scores well at 4.5 despite fewer reviews. Travelodge Hatfield Central, Mercure Hatfield Oak, and Premier Inn all provide solid mid-range alternatives, each with well over 500 guest reviews on record.
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Attractions Near Hatfield
All attractions in Hatfield →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Hatfield.
2 mi
Stanborough Park
Welwyn Garden City · ⭐ 4.2
2 mi
Gosling Sports, Ski and Board Park
Welwyn Garden City · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
Gosling Sport Park
Welwyn Garden City · ⭐ 3.9
3 mi
BattleKart - St Albans
St Albans · ⭐ 4.7
3 mi
Willows Activity Farm
St Albans · ⭐ 4.5
3 mi
Soft Play City
Welwyn Garden City · ⭐ 4.1
4 mi
DJ's Jungle Adventure Soft Play Centre
St Albans · ⭐ 4.0
4 mi
De Havilland Aircraft Museum
London Colney · ⭐ 4.7
Camping in Hatfield
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Commons Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.4
Hertford Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.5 · from £24/night
Dalmonds Camping
⭐ 4.9 · from £375/night
Home Farm Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Aldenham Country Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £22/night
Three Lakes Glamping
⭐ 4.9
Theobalds Park
⭐ 4.4
Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite
⭐ 4.5 · from £34/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Hatfield
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The Villa Mansion
7 bed · sleeps 14 · from £11,180
The Gamekeeper - The Gamekeepers Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 8
The Gamekeepers Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 6
The Radlett Mansion
6 bed · sleeps 12 · from £12,062
The Vineyard Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £900
The Chicken Coop
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £2,174
The Highland Camping Pod
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,174
The Herdwick Safari Tent
1 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,222
Common questions about Hatfield
Where can I stay in Hatfield?
We list 5 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Hatfield.
What is there to do in Hatfield?
We list 11 attractions and things to do in and around Hatfield.
Where can I eat in Hatfield?
We list 7 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Hatfield.
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