Local Reviews
In September 2016, Toyah1 said about Hertford Castle
Came here today as was open house weekend and knew the castle was open tithe public! Glad we did, lovely to walk around parts of it and see how it was from years ago! Basement is quite spooky! Lots of stalls today with events going on and with the weather being lovely it was very busy! Lovely few hours spent here 😀
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In October 2016, genibre69 said about Hertford Castle
This building has been heavily remodeled from its former appearance over the centuries. It's not a castle- more like a mansion-and wasn't open to the public when we stopped by today (although a giant banner outside the front gates said it was). The back side of the building is actually the most interesting with Tudor brickwork and the crumbling crest of Edward IV.
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In October 2016, Stuart C said about Hertford Castle
The castle is owned by the council and used for Civic events but has regular open days throughout the year. Located in the town centre parking close by is difficult so be prepared for a little walk. The grounds of the castle are pleasant gardens where you can see the remaining curtain wall and one gateway. The only real structure remaining from the castles heyday is the large gatehouse with Georgian extension. In side there was an excellent short video giving an overview of the history that was very interesting and acted as a great introduction. The rest of the gatehouse appeared to be council chambers with associated memorabilia. In the basement was a dungeon, garderobe and suits of armour but when I asked the staff if anything was authentic they admitted it was the Georgian wing and was just there for interpretation. There was however a small Georgia kitchen. So other then the exterior, which was unfortunately fronted by a car park there was little of the medieval fabric to see. A pleasant enough setting though if you're in the area.
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In October 2016, AliRosen said about Hertford Castle
I had my lunch sitting in the grounds and looking on to the Hertford castle. I noticed that there were joins in the walls surrounding the castle with different brickwork, which suggests there must have been changes, i wondered what they might be.
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In November 2016, verywiseman said about Hertford Castle
It is superb to have a castle in the middle of the town. The perifal walls are extant and a model of the inner buildings is on show in the Hertford museum. On named days the public can have a guided tour of the mayoral chambers upstairs. Some of the Knights Templar captured on the orders of Phillip the Fair were held in the tower before being taken to the Tower of London.
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In February 2017, Lesley S said about Hertford Castle
If people travelled here expecting to see an actual castle they would be extremely disappointed. It is mainly offices . However , the grounds are very pleasant to walk through or stop with a picnic . Lots of concerts in the summer and very pretty back drop of the castle lit up .
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In April 2019, Chris F said about Hertford Museum
Took five grandchildren aged between 4-12 on the train to Hertford East for an Easter holiday activity. Our aim was to visit the museum, a ten minute walk from the station.
The staff were very helpful and gave us a lovely welcome. The displays were excellent and young person focused. We sat in the peaceful garden and ate our sandwiches. A fascinating and interesting couple of hours. Highly recommended.
The staff were very helpful and gave us a lovely welcome. The displays were excellent and young person focused. We sat in the peaceful garden and ate our sandwiches. A fascinating and interesting couple of hours. Highly recommended.
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In May 2019, John T said about Hertford Museum
Great place to engage with informed professionals. The course we had was a valuable aid to my confidence in research I was conducting.
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In July 2019, Barry S said about Hertford Museum
Visited this great little museum for the first time and loved it! Some of the exhibits may be small but are exceptional, we were really surprised at the kinds of exhibits, some you would only expect to see in major national museums. There are two floors and male,female and disabled toilets as well as a lift for wheelchairs to the first floor, we thought the provision was really good. The little shop was well stocked with interesting items for children and the interactive technology was good for interested youngsters. Easily accessed from the bus station and opposite the theatre in the centre of town. There is no cafe but coffee outlets abound in the area. Really recommend.
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In August 2019, Paul J said about Hertford Museum
A very nice local museum that is full of local interest. Everything from prehistoric through local geology to industry. And it's free too!
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