• Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
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Gyms & Sports Clubs

XC Hemel Hempstead

Leisure Centre

Swimming pool, gym, group classes, soft play and sports hall run by Everyone Active.

  • Jarman Park

PureGym Hemel Hempstead

Budget Gym

24/7 access with a wide range of equipment and over 50 free classes per week.

  • Maylands Avenue

Anytime Fitness

Budget Gym

24/7 gym with personal training, group workouts and global membership access.

  • The Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead Lawn Tennis Club

Sports Club

Outdoor and indoor courts, junior coaching and social play in a welcoming club setting.

  • Jarman Park

Camelot Rugby Club

Sports Club

Community rugby club with men’s, women’s and junior teams plus a friendly clubhouse.

  • Chaulden Lane

XC Hemel Hempstead

Sports Club

Semi-professional football club competing in the National League South. Match-day experience for all ages.

  • Vauxhall Road

Culture

Community & Culture

Theatres, libraries, museums and community spaces that bring the town together.

The Old Town Hall Theatre

Award-winning community theatre hosting amateur and professional productions, comedy nights and live music.

  • Old Town

Empire Cinema

Multi-screen cinema showing the latest releases, with IMAX and luxury seating options.

  • Jarman Park

Hemel Hempstead Library

Central library with free Wi-Fi, children's reading groups, events and study spaces.

  • The Marlowes

Adeyfield Library

Community library offering book clubs, children's activities and digital access.

  • Adeyfield

The Dacorum Heritage Trust

Local history museum and archive preserving the story of Hemel and the Dacorum area.

  • Town Centre

Hemel Hempstead Civic Centre

Community events space hosting markets, exhibitions and public meetings.

  • Marlowes

Dine

Restaurants

The Alford Arms

British Gastropub

Michelin-recommended country pub with seasonal menus and beautiful garden.

  • Frithsden

Aqua Bar & Restaurant

Mediterranean

Stylish spot with cocktails, tapas and Mediterranean mains in a relaxed setting.

  • Old Town

The Crown & Sceptre

British Pub

Classic village pub with real ales, homemade food and a roaring fire in winter.

  • Bridens Camp

Nando's

Portuguese

Popular peri-peri chicken chain with family-friendly dining.

  • Jarman Park

Prezzo

Italian

Reliable Italian dining with pasta, pizza and desserts in the town centre.

  • The Marlowes

The Old Bell

Traditional Pub

One of Hemel’s oldest pubs with a warm atmosphere and weekly quiz nights.

  • Old Town
  • Caffeine Fix

Cafés

  • Cheers

Pubs & Bars

The Little Coffee Company

Independent café with speciality coffee, fresh pastries and a cosy courtyard.

  • Old Town

The Marchmont Arms

Beautiful countryside gastropub with craft beers, wine list and seasonal British dishes.

  • Piccotts End

Costa Coffee

High street favourite with a wide range of coffees, teas and light bites.

  • The Marlowes

The Full House

Wetherspoon pub in a converted theatre with affordable drinks and meals.

  • The Marlowes

Starbucks

Drive-through and dine-in with the full Starbucks menu.

  • Jarman Park

The Henry VIII

Community pub with beer garden, live sport and regular events.

  • Leverstock Green

Boxmoor Vintage Tea Room

Charming tearoom serving afternoon teas, homemade cakes and sandwiches.

  • Boxmoor

The Plough

Traditional English pub with real ales, pub grub and a welcoming local atmosphere.

  • Hemel Old Town

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