Top 30 Best Outdoor play in Watford

“Perfect local playground has fun stuff for all ages. And a small football pitch.”

“Our three year old son attended the Watford Boys and Girls Nursery over summer of 2020 while we temporarily stayed in Watford and we had a great experience. The staff was very accommodating and caring. They were very kind with our son, who is a bit shy and introverted and they helped him with his lunches (he is also a very picky eater). They quickly discovered his favourite games and made sure to have them handy for him. We felt very happy with the service provided, especially with their warmth and attention to his personality as well as their general flexibility and responsiveness, and we would strongly recommend this nursery!”

“I just think Parents Paradise is a brilliant place to have a party. It is safe and secure and the party hosts for our daughters party were brilliant. It's also very clean and the food is fantastic. I am really pleased with it. Before the pandemic there were talks about a membership for soft play, I hope they reconsider this.”

“Love working here, lovely staff. Not far walk to local shops and station onwards to London Euston or Watford junction”

“Fantastic nursery and very spacious- new manager is lovely and welcoming..thank you!”

“This school is very nice. The teachers are really approachable and supportive.”

“Lovely playground with huge field. Plenty of space. Perfect for kids and dog walkers”

“Brilliant nursery, I have two children at nursery and they both thoroughly enjoy it. All staff are caring, supportive and nurturing. The environment is educational yet fun. Well done all :)”

“Wonderful natural reservoir with lots of play area.. and park for children.. nice river and water fall..”

“What an amazing place. It was rammed with skateboarders, bikers and folk on scooters. So many people that it felt totally safe. Some adults and older children doing impressive jumps etc and the only issues were the small car park and being nearly knocked over by someone on a scooter. But since she was only about 5 it wasn't too scary. Great to watch. Wish I could of had a go.”

“Watford's largest and most enjoyable park. You can always come across an event there. There is a pleasant park area for children. There is a nice walking track by the river and it relaxes you a lot. Indispensable place for weekends.”

“Great outdoor pools with changing facilities and toilets. Situated in a great location with a cafe, playground and noddy train nearby plus woodland and riverside walks, plenty of fields for running around in and a spacious car park free for the first 2 hours. A great day out for the family.”

“You can walk and walk and...... as long or short as you like. Around every corner there's something new. The walk along the canal is a total change to the paths around the lakes. Watch out for loose dogs, a big issue. Excellent free parking. Approach road to the car park is tricky. Turn left at the pub as the sign is virtually hidden. It's in the same road as Tesco. Cafe in the Park has yummy cakes but the wait is ........ too long at peak times so chill'ish. Enjoy”

“Brilliant playground! It's huge. You could spend hours here. Well worth the trip. Thoroughly recommend.”

“I will always love this farm! Because it’s only open a handful of times a year and because it’s not in the most obvious of places it makes you feel like you’re in some sort of secret society and I love it. I love the fact you can buy feed for 50p and feed a great number of the animals in the farm yard. I also love the number of exotic animals they have for a farm in watford. They have raccoons, artic foxes and my favourites Capybara which is odd for a small farm in a city. I will continue to go to this farm every year for at least one of there open days and highly recommend it to anyone, old, young, family, couples, with young children and without. Everyone will love it.”

“This is a great place with a variety of scenarios. There is a lovely recreational ground, an open space grass and much more. You never get tired on a sunny day. It's a lovely place to go on a Sunday with the family.”

“Came here by mistake. They did not have the finest wines known to humanity BUT we could order 2 large whiskeys and 2 pairs of pints. They have a juke box in here and no one tried to murder the pair of us (actually their quite friendly).”

“The best nursery ever I highly recommend to send your child there .my child became so happy after joined the nursery and she wasn't speaking after joined the nursery she speaks now very well. Safe place with kind people. Thank you from all my deep heart”

“Emma and her team works extremely hard to ensure the children get the very best pre school education possible Lots of education activities to try and choose from to enhance their educational needs , and development”

“Extremely professional and friendly. Very happy with staff”

“Amazing people there.. my 3 children are and have been there .. highly recommend”

“I cannot recommend Kirsty enough! My dog goes with Kirsty for daycare once a week and he always has a great time. I’m kept up to date with pictures and videos and every time it’s at a different location, so he gets lots of exposure. My dog is large breed and a little reactive, so it was always a worry if the person looking after him is experienced enough. Kirsty ticks all these boxes, she is extremely experienced, knowledgeable as well as patient! She really takes her time with my dog and I can always see the care she has for him. We also use Kirsty’s boarding services. I can leave my dog for long periods of time knowing he is in loving safe hands! 10/10 service every time :)”

“A brilliant experience with Wag and Purr - the dogs looked incredible after they wash and blow dry. We will definitely be back!”

“Kids idea of heaven. Toys are piled high and low. It’s a wonderful sight. Staff friendly and happy to help you find what you need. Store is really tidy and neat. Lots of stock and shelves always full. Perfect place for getting toys and gifts. They have a huge of different ranges and the prices that suit all budgets. They have a car park that is free for a certain amount of time. It’s usually not very busy. This car park is separate from the Tesco one. Watford high street train station is just a few minutes walk away. Staff member called Jay was very helpful. He made sure I had what I wanted. He didn’t mind me asking him loads of questions and happily and helpfully answered them all.”

“Excellent place to bring your children and grandchildren and have picnic. Great play areas.”

“Amazing staff members, supportive and truly caring for the kids and parents :)”