Potters Bar
Things to do in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
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Potters Bar sits in Hertfordshire on the northern edge of London's sprawl, well positioned as a base for exploring the region. The two hotels here—the Premier Inn South Mimms Potters Bar and the Ramada by Wyndham South Mimms M25—are both chain establishments, with the Premier Inn holding a solid 4.0 rating across more than 1,500 reviews. They offer the reliable comfort that travellers expect from these brands, making them practical choices for a night or two rather than destinations in themselves.
For eating out, there is genuine range. You'll find the familiar chains—Pizza Express and Taco Bell both have outlets here—but also local spots worth trying. Old Owens Thai has built a strong reputation, rated 4.5 from 227 reviews, while Cafe Shanklin and Two Zee Cafe both score 4.3. The variety means you can eat well without venturing far, whether you want something quick or more of a proper meal.
Furzefield Leisure Centre Soft Play caters to younger visitors, rated 3.9 from 685 reviews, so families with small children will find entertainment on hand. Beyond this, Potters Bar works best as somewhere to stay while exploring Hertfordshire itself—close enough to London for day trips, but far enough out to offer breathing room and easier parking than the city proper.
Where to stay in Potters Bar(2)
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Premier Inn South Mimms Potters Bar
Swanland Road, Potters Bar
Ramada by Wyndham South Mimms M25
Welcome Break Service Area, Potters Bar
West Lodge Park Hotel
Cockfosters Road, Barnet
Hotel NAP INN
High Street, Hadley, London
Nap Inn Savoro
206 High Street, Barnet
The Hadley Hotel
113 Hadley Road, New Barnet
8.5
Holiday Inn Express St Albans - M25, Jct.22
London Colney, just off the M25 south of St Albans
from £85/night
Mercure Hatfield Oak Hotel
Roehyde Way, Hatfield
Things to Do in Potters Bar(1)
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Attractions Near Potters Bar
All attractions in Potters Bar →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Potters Bar.
3 mi
Lewis Of London Ice Cream Farm
Barnet · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Northaw Great Wood
Cuffley · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
De Havilland Aircraft Museum
London Colney · ⭐ 4.7
The Painted Pot
Barnet
3 mi
Art-K High Barnet
Barnet · ⭐ 5.0
Malibus Soft Play
Barnet · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
London Footgolf Centre
Barnet · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Hatfield Leisure Centre
Hatfield · ⭐ 4.1
Camping in Potters Bar
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Commons Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.4
Home Farm Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Aldenham Country Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £22/night
Theobalds Park
⭐ 4.4
Dalmonds Camping
⭐ 4.9 · from £375/night
Hertford Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.5 · from £24/night
Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite
⭐ 4.5 · from £34/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Potters Bar
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The Villa Mansion
7 bed · sleeps 14 · from £11,180
The Radlett Mansion
6 bed · sleeps 12 · from £12,062
The Gamekeeper - The Gamekeepers Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 8
The Gamekeepers Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 6
The Herdwick Safari Tent
1 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,222
The Chicken Coop
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £2,174
The Highland Camping Pod
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,174
The Vineyard Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £900
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