Heath Park
Downs, Moorland in Hertfordshire Dacorum
England
Heath Park
Heath Park is a picturesque and expansive natural reserve located in Hertfordshire, England. Spanning across vast acres of land, it encompasses both downs and moorland terrain, offering visitors a diverse and captivating environment. The park is renowned for its breathtaking beauty and abundant wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.
The downs of Heath Park are characterized by rolling hills, covered in lush green grass and scattered with vibrant wildflowers. Walking along the trails, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, dotted with picturesque villages and farmland. The gentle slopes of the downs make it an ideal spot for outdoor activities such as picnicking, kite flying, or simply relaxing in the tranquil ambiance.
In contrast, the moorland section of the park presents a rugged and untamed landscape. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in the unique ecosystem, characterized by heather-covered moors, rocky outcrops, and small streams. The moorland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare bird species, such as the Eurasian curlew and the red grouse, as well as various reptiles and insects.
Heath Park is well-maintained, with clearly marked trails and informative signposts, ensuring visitors can navigate the terrain easily and safely. Facilities such as parking, picnic areas, and restroom facilities are available, making it a convenient and enjoyable destination for families and individuals.
Overall, Heath Park, with its combination of downs and moorland, offers a captivating and enriching experience for nature lovers, providing a glimpse into the stunning natural landscapes of Hertfordshire.
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Heath Park Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 51.743781/-0.47839898 or Grid Reference TL0506. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Apsley Marina
The old John Dickinson Paper Mills along the Grand Union were demolished in 2002 and replaced by canalside apartments and a marina for narrow boats.
The Roundabout called " Magic", Hemel Hempstead
Since drivers can go in either direction around the roundabout it can be a nightmare for strangers. The minis help to make it understandable.
The Harvester Inn, Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead
This pub is immediately adjacent to the station forecourt
Top of the World Pub and church behind, Hemel Hempstead
Just another pub but why top of the world?
Filling Station Hemel Hempstead
A thunderstorm had just cleared and I waited in the
top of the world for it to happen.
Gade Valley Junior School Hammerfield Hemel Hempstead
I always hope the glazing is double for the sake of the occupants
Green space in Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead
This open space reaches down to the canal and river.
Travelodge Hotel in Hemel Hempstead
A useful place to know about if you live away from Hemel.
Entertainment centre Bennetts End Hemel Hempstead
The tubes tell me there is a swimming pool somewhere in that chunk of buildings
Hillfield Road
Marlowes, the main shopping street of Hemel Hempstead runs left to right at the end of this road. The market is at the bottom of the hill. Iceland & ASDA are to the right of picture taker.
Heath Park is located at Grid Ref: TL0506 (Lat: 51.743781, Lng: -0.47839898)
Administrative County: Hertfordshire
District: Dacorum
Police Authority: Hertfordshire
What 3 Words
///minute.woods.stage. Near Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 51.743781,-0.47839898Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:30; Sa 12:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: HP3 64
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2015-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7454618/-0.4722609
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:30; Sa 12:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: HP1 101
Royal Cypher: GVIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2015-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7446815/-0.4760409
Hemel Hempstead War Memorial
Hemel Hempstead Cricket Club
Sport: cricket
Lat/Long: 51.7439524/-0.4764286
Pub
The Queens Head
Toilets: yes
Toilets Access: customers
Lat/Long: 51.7446977/-0.4719188
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: HP1 103
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2015-04-25
Lat/Long: 51.7429244/-0.4851248
Bus Stop
Heath Park
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021403005
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Heath Park
Naptan Crossing: B & Q Superstore
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: B & Q Superstore
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjtag
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Two Waters Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7436337/-0.4735995
Bus Stop
Corner Hall
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021403040
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Corner Hall
Naptan Crossing: opp Crabtree Lane
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: opp Crabtree Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjpmt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Lawn Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7433207/-0.4713026
Bus Stop
St Johns Church
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404480
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: St Johns Church
Naptan Crossing: Heath Lane
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Heath Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmgm
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Station Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7442282/-0.4792381
Bus Stop
Stratford Way
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404500
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Stratford Way
Naptan Crossing: opp Gas Depot
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: opp Gas Depot
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmgp
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: London Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7414608/-0.4800893
Bus Stop
Whiteleaf Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404510
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Whiteleaf Road
Naptan Crossing: London Road Whiteleaf Road
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: London Road Whiteleaf Road
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmgt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: London Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7412044/-0.4769548
Bus Stop
London Road
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404560
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: London Road
Naptan Crossing: River Bulbourne
Naptan Indicator: N-bound
Naptan Landmark: River Bulbourne
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmad
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Two Waters Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7409504/-0.4747038
Bus Stop
Heath Park
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Local Ref: NR
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404565
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Heath Park
Naptan Crossing: Corner Hall
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Corner Hall
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmag
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Two Waters Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7433665/-0.4737968
Bus Stop
London Road
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404570
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: London Road
Naptan Crossing: River Bulbourne
Naptan Indicator: S-bound
Naptan Landmark: River Bulbourne
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmaj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Two Waters Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7416687/-0.4739229
Bus Stop
Park Road
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404720
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Park Road
Naptan Crossing: War Memorial
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: War Memorial
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmam
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: St Johns Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7447933/-0.4777322
Bus Stop
Beechfield Road
Bench: no
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021404740
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Beechfield Road
Naptan Crossing: Cricket Ground
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Cricket Ground
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjmat
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: St Johns Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7456742/-0.4818745
Bus Stop
Riverside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 22
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021406020
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Riverside
Naptan Crossing: Riverside
Naptan Indicator: Stop 22
Naptan Landmark: Riverside
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgtjdw
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Riverside
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7473256/-0.4745282
Bus Stop
Riverside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 23
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021406025
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Riverside
Naptan Crossing: Riverside
Naptan Indicator: Stop 23
Naptan Landmark: Riverside
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgtjga
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Riverside
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7471897/-0.4744358
Bus Stop
Riverside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 24
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021406030
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Riverside
Naptan Crossing: Riverside
Naptan Indicator: Stop 24
Naptan Landmark: Riverside
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgtjgd
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Riverside
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7470805/-0.4743089
Bus Stop
Riverside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 27
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021407010
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Riverside
Naptan Crossing: Riverside
Naptan Indicator: Stop 27
Naptan Landmark: Riverside
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgtjgt
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Riverside
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7473516/-0.4747344
Bus Stop
Riverside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 26
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021407020
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Riverside
Naptan Crossing: Riverside
Naptan Indicator: Stop 26
Naptan Landmark: Riverside
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgtjgm
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Riverside
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7470435/-0.4745122
Bus Stop
Riverside
Bus: yes
Local Ref: 25
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021407025
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Riverside
Naptan Crossing: Riverside
Naptan Indicator: Stop 25
Naptan Landmark: Riverside
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtgtjgj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Riverside
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7469307/-0.4743516
Bus Stop
Beechfield Road
Bus: yes
Local Ref: NR
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021408260
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Beechfield Road
Naptan Crossing: opp Cricket Ground
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: opp Cricket Ground
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjadj
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: St Johns Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7458015/-0.4833767
Bus Stop
Park Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021408280
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Park Road
Naptan Crossing: Sports Centre
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Sports Centre
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjadm
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: St Johns Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7448231/-0.4772532
Bus Station
Bus Garage
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021408510
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Bus Garage
Naptan Crossing: Whiteleaf Road Bus Garage
Naptan Indicator: adj
Naptan Landmark: Whiteleaf Road Bus Garage
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtadagp
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Off Whiteleaf Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: station
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7396837/-0.4774355
Bus Stop
St Johns Church
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021408520
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: St Johns Church
Naptan Crossing: Cricket Ground
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Cricket Ground
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjaga
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Station Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7441896/-0.4774205
Bus Stop
Stratford Way
Bus: yes
Local Ref: NR
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021408530
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Stratford Way
Naptan Crossing: Gas Depot
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: Gas Depot
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdjagd
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: London Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7413431/-0.4812892
Bus Stop
Corner Hall
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021409900
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Corner Hall
Naptan Crossing: opp Three Gables
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: opp Three Gables
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdgtpd
Naptan PlusbusZoneRef: HEMLHMP
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Lawn Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7440352/-0.4712828
Restaurant
Boxmoor Steakhouse
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: HP1 1JR
Addr Street: St Johns Road
Cuisine: steak_house
Old Name: Trinities, Casa Amiga; Seattle Steakhouse
Website: https://www.boxmoorsteakhouse.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 51.7447993/-0.4765062
Theatre
Boxmoor Hall
Website: https://www.boxmoorhall.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 51.7447727/-0.4758987
Heath Park Halt
Historic Railway: halt
Railway: site
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q14949818
Wikipedia: en:Heath Park Halt railway station
Lat/Long: 51.7436801/-0.4753197
Crossing
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Ref: pelican
Lat/Long: 51.745473/-0.4723961
Pump
Historic: memorial
Inscription: "Erected for the public benefit October 1835. To commemorate the third centenary of the first printing of the English Bible. Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: but whosoever drinketh of th water that I shall give him shall never thirst;
Material: metal
Memorial: plaque
Lat/Long: 51.7445023/-0.4761977
Hemel Hempstead Town TV Relay Transmitter
Communication Television: yes
Height: 82
Man Made: mast
Note: Relay of Crystal Palace transmitter.
Tower Construction: lattice
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 51.7459814/-0.4747082
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Markings: no
Lat/Long: 51.7429325/-0.4842562
Direction: 270
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 7
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7450888/-0.4765133
Direction: 90
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 7
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7450885/-0.47647
Direction: 265
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7455708/-0.4758091
Direction: 180
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7469667/-0.4764341
Direction: 270
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7456131/-0.476542
Direction: 90
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 6
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7456117/-0.4764709
Direction: 95
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 9
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7479083/-0.4775824
Direction: 110
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 10
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7455556/-0.4804419
Direction: 175
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7465037/-0.4841703
Direction: 200
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 8
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7421706/-0.4845481
Direction: 200
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 14
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.7418376/-0.4840405
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 68
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Tilted: no
Lat/Long: 51.7399424/-0.4784616
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 192
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Tilted: no
Lat/Long: 51.7397049/-0.4759462
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