Letchmore Heath offers rural escape close to London
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 09:32 · Archive
Letchmore Heath, a Hertfordshire village less than 20 miles from London, combines countryside charm with accessible location.
Letchmore Heath is a small Hertfordshire village that feels remarkably removed from city life despite being less than 20 miles from London and under an hour's drive away. Centred around a picturesque green and pond, the village combines the character of rural England with accessible proximity to the capital.
One of the village's biggest attractions is The Three Horseshoes pub, which overlooks the village green. According to CAMRA, parts of the pub date back to the 16th century and it has operated as a beer house since the 18th century. The pub has featured in numerous films and television shows, including The Professionals and The Avengers. It combines traditional charm with a modern British menu and is praised for its food, garden and village setting, boasting a rating of 4 out of 5 on Tripadvisor based on more than 140 reviews.
Visitors can spend an afternoon strolling around the green, relaxing beside the pond, or enjoying lunch at the gastropub. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and cycling, making Letchmore Heath a destination for Hertfordshire residents seeking a rural escape without travelling far.
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- The picturesque Hertfordshire village that feels a world away from LondonLittle more than a half-hour drive away, you might not expect to find a Hertfordshire village surrounded by rolling countryside so close to London.The Comet · 25 Oct, 09:00
- The picturesque Hertfordshire village that feels a world away from LondonLittle more than a half-hour drive away, you might not expect to find a Hertfordshire village surrounded by rolling countryside so close to London.Herts Advertiser · 25 Oct, 09:00
In this story: Letchmore Heath · Hertfordshire · London · The Three Horseshoes · CAMRA
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