A popular commuter town in the borough of Hertsmere, South Hertfordshire is Potters Bar. Ideally located on junction 24 of the M25 and close to the A1M but crucially outside the London orbital, though only 18 miles to the city centre. There are high-speed over-ground rail links, as Potters Bar isn’t quite on the Tube Network. The town originated in the 13th century as part of Middlesex (until 1965), on one of the two main routes out of London to the north (the A1000) and growth/change only began in 1850 when the Great Northern Railway arrived. Recently the town has been in the news, with the train crash of April 2002. There are no places to stay here, as close-by is South Mimms with large hotels such as Travel Inns, etc. The town does have a remarkable number of pubs, bars, cafes, restaurants and take aways though! These are divided between the quirky actual High Street and Darkes Lane, which looks like a high street with big shops like Boots and Woolworths and banks! The two roads are pretty much parallel but one is at the top of the hill and the other at the bottom. To work off any excesses the Furzefield Centre (of national sporting excellence) has a large swimming pool and leisure complex. There’s also a tennis club, cricket club, a par 71 golf course (home to Tony Jacklin, British and US Open winner, and former Captain of the Ryder Cup team), the Wyllyots Centre for theatre, cinema and events and a small museum opposite it. There is surrounding countryside and Oakmere Park too, just off the High Street.
Attraction
Budget
Premier Inn South Mimms / Potters Bar *book online*
Care Home
Classes
Yoga - Potters Bar Health Club
Conference Centre
Dentist
A J Dental Care
Dental Centre
Greenleaves Dental Practice
Doctor
Golf Club
Market
Elm Court Car Boot
Potters Bar Car Boot
Pub and Bar
Admiral Byng
Builders Arms
Cannings Wine Bar
Chequers
Green Man
Old Manor
Plough
Restaurant
Admiral Byng
Builders Arms
Cannings Wine Bar
Green Man
Junction (South Mimms)
Old Manor
Plough
School
Solicitor
Batchelor Myddelton
Dickins Shiebert Solicitors
Male & Wagland
Taxi
C & J Cars
Potters Bar Radio Cars
Station Cars
Sports Clubs
Wing Chun Kung Fu (Martial Arts)
Shops
Potters Cafe
Cuffley Cafe & Bakery
Cafe 24
Readers Potters Bar
Majestic Flowers
Just For You
Clarks Quality Foods
Potters Bar Nursery
Hallmark Cards
Places to Stay near Potters Bar
West Lodge Park (1.85 miles)
West Lodge Park is a charming, country hotel retreat set in 35 acres of tranquil parkland just 12 miles from Central London and a mile from J24 of the M25. The family-run ... More
Days Inn South Mimms (1.89 miles)
Situated on the M25, the Days Inn Hotel London South Mimms provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the Hertfordshire countryside. Spacious rooms, free satellite TV in every room, broadband, tea and ... More | visit website
Premier Inn South Mimms / Potters Bar (1.94 miles)
Savoro Restaurant with Rooms (2.70 miles)
Savoro Restaurant with Rooms offers 9 en-suite rooms decorated in contemporary taupes, browns and creams. Four luxury roomsboast walnut floors, modern four-poster beds, and LCD televisions - the perfect place ... More
Enfield Royal Chace Hotel (3.35 miles)
The Royal Chace Hotel is set in 6 acres of beautiful unspoilt rolling countryside, overlooking spectacular views and woodlands. Yet only a few minutes from junction 24 on the M25 ... More
Ponsbourne Park (3.51 miles)
Travelodge London Whetstone (3.99 miles)
Travelodge Borehamwood (4.03 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Mulberry Lodge Hertford (4.22 miles)
Within a short drive of Hertford town centre, this charming country retreat offers a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Providing peace and tranquillity, Mulberry Lodge is ... More
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