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Three miles from where Harry Potter was made and home to the Hornets — Watford's extraordinary Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Watford FC's loyal fanbase, Cassiobury Park, and the Hertfordshire town make it one of England's most wizardly and practically rewarding destinations

Roam is the free UK local discovery app — find the best local businesses, events and hidden gems in Watford, Hertfordshire.

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About Roam: The UK's free local discovery app — helping people find what's nearby and helping local businesses reach their community across Watford and beyond.

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Known for

Watford FC (a Premier League club with a devoted fanbase), the Warner Bros. Studio Tour — The Making of Harry Potter (one of Britain's most visited attractions), Cassiobury Park, and a Hertfordshire town of sporting and wizarding significance

A little history

The Warner Bros. Studio Tour at Leavesden — 3 miles from Watford — has attracted over 11 million visitors since opening in 2012, making it one of Britain's most visited paid attractions. Watford FC, nicknamed the Hornets, have played between the Premier League and Championship for decades. Cassiobury Park is one of Hertfordshire's finest.

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The Warner Bros. Studio Tour must be booked well in advance — genuinely extraordinary for Harry Potter fans. Cassiobury Park for excellent green space. Watford FC at Vicarage Road for the football.

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Food & drink in Watford

Watford has good independent food. The town centre has improving independent restaurants. London is 20 minutes for excellent wider food.

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For businesses in Watford

The Harry Potter Studio Tour drives enormous tourism. Watford FC brings significant visitors. Independent businesses serve a large catchment.

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