Saturday, June 1

Leavesden Country Park History/Heritage Walks 2024

A guided walk through Leavesden Country Park, former site of the Leavesden Asylum/Hospital from 1870 to 1995.

By Leavesden Hospital History Association

Select date and time

Saturday, June 1 · 12 - 3pm GMT+1

Location

Leavesden HIVE - a heritage and wildlife education centre

Off College Road Leavesden WD5 0NX United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

About this event

On Saturdays

Join the Leavesden Hospital History Association in a guided walk through the north side of Leavesden Country Park. Learn the fascinating history of the original site of the Leavesden Asylum/Hospital that once filled the grounds of the park and played such an important role in health care during its 125 years of operation on this site.

On Sundays

Join the Leavesden Hospital History Association in a guided walk through the south side of Leavesden Country Park. Learn about the creation of the Heritage Trail which recognises the Leavesden Aerodrome, Film Studios and Hospital, as well as, the history of the St Pancras School, Canadian Hospital/Kaki University, the Abbots Langley Hospital and the Springfield School and how they all formed part of the history and heritage of the area.

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed

No

What happens if the weather is bad?

If the tour leader thinks it is unsafe to start the walk, it will be cancelled.

Can I bring my children?

Under 16s are free. Just bring them along. These walks might not be suitable for under 14s.

Can I get a refund?

Normally no, but contact the organizer through Eventbrite to request a refund.

Where do we meet?

We meet at the HIVE Heritage Centre, Leavesden Country Park, College Road, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX at 11:45am.

Is parking available?

Yes

Are the walks accessible to all?

Mostly. There is one small part of the walk from the north side of the park to the East Lane Cemetery that is not paved and has a slight incline on the road.

Organized by

Leavesden Hospital History Association