Hemel Hempstead ( ) is a town in the Dacorum district of Hertfordshire, England. It is located 24 miles (39 km) north-west of London; nearby towns and cities include Watford, St Albans and Berkhamsted. The population at the 2021 census was 95,961. Hemel Hempstead has existed since at least the 8th century and was granted its town charter by Henry VIII in 1539.
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Best time to visit: Jun–Sep
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Staying more than a few days? These cities are close enough for a day trip or a night away. Distances are straight-line from Hemel Hempstead; times are rough estimates by road.
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21 km≈ 25 min
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From Hemel Hempstead you can reach Watford (12 km), Luton (15 km), Harrow (21 km), Chipping Barnet (22 km) and High Wycombe (24 km) in about 15 min to 30 min by road. Each city page has its own sights, a day plan and flights.
The most pleasant months are Jun to Sep, with comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds. Right now it averages about 8°C in November.
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Most visitors enjoy 2 to 3 days. Use the route builder below to get a day-by-day plan that groups sights by neighbourhood and includes lunch.