Honestly, you could just sit and watch the leaves. But I know you’re curious.
Welwyn Garden City has a proper shopping centre. It’s ten minutes by car. Need a new book? A fancy cheese? A pair of wellies because you forgot yours? Sorted.
History nerds: Hatfield House is nearby. That’s where Queen Elizabeth I got the news she was queen. Big drama. You can tour the gardens and pretend you’re royalty.
Or drive twenty minutes to St Albans. It’s got a Roman amphitheatre and a cathedral. Plus, the market on Saturdays is the perfect place to buy things you don’t need but absolutely must have.
Kids? They’ll Love It. (Mostly.)
There’s a small adventure playground. Swings, a slide, that kind of thing. Nothing huge, but enough to tire them out before bed.
And the woods are basically a giant hide-and-seek arena. Just set boundaries, or you’ll be yelling “Dinner!” into the trees for hours.
One warning: no swimming pool. If that’s a deal-breaker, adjust your expectations. But honestly, the peace is a better trade-off, right?
Commons Wood Club Campsite | The Caravan Club
