Buggy friendlyThings to do in Hertford with a baby or toddler
Hertford's small enough to cover on foot, which is exactly why we started here. We've listed 32 places so far, mostly cafés, pubs and parks within pram distance of the town centre, each with a note on the essentials, buggy access, baby changing, high chairs, that sort of thing, so you're not guessing before you go.
32 places
Buggy friendly
Buggy friendlyBEAM (Hertford Theatre)
“An amazing addition to Hertford since the huge refurb. We've seen multiple shows with our toddler here and they've all been great, we even got to meet Sooty!”

Bean & Gone
Buggy friendlyBentley Road Play Area

Esquires Coffee
Buggy friendlyFoxholes Play Barn

Greggs
Buggy friendlyHartham Leisure Centre
Buggy friendlyHartham Play Park
“Our toddler loves the huge sandpit (even if we don't!)”
Hertford Castle Gardens
“Our go-to for a relaxed afternoon. The lawn in front of the castle is perfect for a picnic and a run around. The playground's a letdown for now, but the big revamp can't come soon enough.”
Buggy friendlyHertford Coffee Lab
Hertford House
Buggy friendlyHertford Library
“A proper local gem. Our baby adored the Rhyme Time sessions here, and it's a lovely calm spot to get little ones into books early.”
Buggy friendlyHertford Museum
Buggy friendlyLussmanns Fish & Grill
Buggy friendlyMudlarks Garden Café
Buggy friendlyOishii
Old Siam
Panshanger Park
“A big, peaceful country park that's perfect for getting outdoors with little ones. One of our favourites for a proper walk in the fresh air.”

Pickle and Slice
Buggy friendlyPinehurst Play Area
Buggy friendlyPizza Express
Buggy friendlyQuattro Lounge
“Our near-fortnightly go-to. The staff are great with kids and the whole place is so relaxed you never worry about a bit of noise.”
Buggy friendlyRuby

The Black Horse
Buggy friendlyThe Old Barge
Buggy friendlyThe Salisbury Arms Hotel
The White Lion

Thirteen Artisan Bakery
Turkish Kitchen
Buggy friendlyVan Hage Garden Centre
“A lovely spot for a wander, and our toddler loves the little train ride. Especially magical at Christmas when the decorations go up.”
Buggy friendlyWhite Hart
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Day trips near Hertford
Bigger days out within about half an hour’s drive.