Ware
Things to do in Ware, Hertfordshire
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Ware offers a curious mix of family attractions and country hospitality. The East Herts Miniature Railway stands out—rated 4.8 from 172 reviews—alongside Scott's Grotto, which carries an equally strong 4.8 rating from over 170 visitors. Woodys Play Barn caters to younger children, while The Priory Lido provides seasonal swimming. There is also a Spy Mission Treasure Trail for those wanting to explore on foot. The town has enough going on to occupy a family for a day or two, though it is not a destination built around a single draw.
For staying over, there is a genuine spread of options. The Hanbury Manor Marriott is a substantial property rated 4.3 across more than 2,000 reviews; Fanhams Hall, rated 4.5, offers a more exclusive feel; and Premier Inn Ware provides the familiar mid-range choice. The Rifle Volunteer and Feathers by Chef & Brewer Collection are smaller properties. Three Lakes Glamping, rated 4.9, offers an alternative if you want to camp without the tent.
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Where to Eat in Ware(8)
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Eating out is reasonably well served. Three Lakes Restaurant (4.4 from 995 reviews) appears to have considerable local custom. Hi Bar Ltd is a popular spot with over 860 reviews at 4.2 rating. Beyond town-centre restaurants, there are other venues scattered through the area worth exploring. Ware works best as a base for a few days, or as a stop on a wider Hertfordshire itinerary, rather than as a destination in itself.
Attractions Near Ware
All attractions in Ware →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Ware.
Foxholes Farm
Hertford · ⭐ 4.3
Hertford Museum
Hertford · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Rye House Gatehouse
Hoddesdon · ⭐ 4.2
4 mi
Rye-assic Adventure Park
Hoddesdon · ⭐ 4.3
Rye House Laser Combat
Hoddesdon · ⭐ 3.8
4 mi
Rye House Kart Raceway
Hoddesdon · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Celtic Harmony
Hertford · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Polaris Bushcraft
Hertford · ⭐ 5.0
Camping in Ware(1)
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Three Lakes Glamping
⭐ 4.9
Hertford Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.5 · from £24/night
Dalmonds Camping
⭐ 4.9 · from £375/night
Roydon Marina Village
⭐ 4.3
Toad Abode
⭐ 4.9
Lee Valley Caravan Park, Dobbs Weir
⭐ 4.2 · from £25/night
Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite
⭐ 4.5 · from £34/night
Great Hadham Country Club
⭐ 4.4
Self-Catering Cottages in Ware
All cottages in Ware →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
Cutters Cottage
4 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,092
Oak Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £691
The Vineyard Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £900
The Gamekeeper - The Gamekeepers Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 8
The Gamekeepers Lodge
1 bed · sleeps 6
Common questions about Ware
How many campsites are there in Ware?
We list 1 campsites in and around Ware, of which 1 offer glamping.
Where can I stay in Ware?
We list 5 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Ware.
What is there to do in Ware?
We list 5 attractions and things to do in and around Ware.
Where can I eat in Ware?
We list 8 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Ware.
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