Welcome to Lemsford

Lemsford is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England. It is situated on the River Lea and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. Lemsford is known for its picturesque scenery, historic buildings, and charming atmosphere.

One of the most notable landmarks in Lemsford is St. John's Church. This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century and is known for its stunning stained glass windows and intricate architecture. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another historic building in Lemsford is The Long and Short Arm pub. This traditional English pub has been serving locals and visitors for over 200 years and is a popular spot for a pint and a meal.

Lemsford is also home to a number of walking and cycling trails that take visitors through the surrounding countryside. The River Lea is a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are several parks and nature reserves in the area. The village is also close to the city of St. Albans, which offers a range of cultural and historical attractions. Overall, Lemsford is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Hertfordshire.

Local Weather

Freezing fog

Temp: 0.3°C

Feels Like: -2.8°C

Wind: 5.8 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
St Johns Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Lemsford Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Boylan	Lemsford Village Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 7TR 01707322589 School Website
Lakeside School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Lynnette Johnson	Lemsford Lane Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6YN 01707327410 School Website
Applecroft School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Withe	Applecroft Road Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6JZ 01707323758 School Website
Stanborough School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Merry John	Lemsford Lane Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6YR 01707321755 School Website
Green Lanes Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Michele Johnson	Green Lanes Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9JY 01707262556 School Website
Templewood Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Katherine Martindill	Pentley Park Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 7SD 01707324251 School Website
Beech Hyde Primary School And Nursery Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Karen Thomas	Nurseries Road Wheathampstead St. Albans Hertfordshire AL4 8TP 1582832661 School Website
Our Lady Roman Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Richard Curry	Woodhall Lane Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL7 3TF 01707324408 School Website
Peartree Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Megan Hardy	Peartree Primary School Peartree Lane Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL7 3XW 1707881033 School Website
Howe Dell Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tracy Prickett	The Runway Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9AH 01707263291 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Welwyn Garden City Inside The Howard Centre Shopping M, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6HA 1.83 Miles

Hatfield 79 Great North Road, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5AB 2.64 Miles

Welwyn North Station Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 0AS 3.17 Miles

Welham Green Travellers Lane, Welham Green, Hertfordshire, AL9 7HF 4.33 Miles

St Albans City Station Way, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 5HE 4.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
T And J Cars 07770 536074 15 Marsden Green, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6YD 1.22 Miles
Just Airports 01707 276441 14, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9FJ 1.41 Miles
Airport Taxis Welling Ltd 01707 373666 Fretherne Chambers, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6NY 1.70 Miles
Cab-Co 01707 333666 Fretherne Chambers/Fretherne Rd, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL8 6NY 1.70 Miles
Happy Travel 01707 377766 Unit 4/Peartree Farm/Peartree La, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 3UW 2.06 Miles
Aaaa Taxis 01707 899999 6/Peartree Farm/Peartree La, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 3UW 2.06 Miles
Alpha Cabco 07960 844688 Drovers Way, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 0PU 2.10 Miles
Herts Prestige Cars 07960 844688 3 Drovers Way, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 0PU 2.10 Miles
City Taxis 01707 395660 20 Middlefield, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 4DJ 2.11 Miles
Herts Travel 01707 887460 A/47 Great Ley, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 4TJ 2.12 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cromer Hyde Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Lemsford Church Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lemsford Village Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Great North Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New Road Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Water End Lane Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Attimore Road Elmwood Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Applecroft Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Handside P.O Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Valley Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Oaks Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ayot Green Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Bakers Unoin Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadow Green Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Springfields Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Garden City Practice 01707 321500	Bird Croft Road Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6EH
Parkway Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	20 Parkway Welwyn Garden City AL8 6HG
Parkway Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	20 Parkway Welwyn Garden City AL8 6HG
Parkway Surgery 01707 332233	20 Parkway Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL8 6HG
Village Surgery 01582 832258	Marford Road Wheathampstead Hertfordshire AL4 8BT

Local Stores

Birchwood
39 Homestead Road
Birchwood
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 0QN
01707 263099
shop.4649@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.03 miles

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SPAR - Harpenden Service Station
150 Harpenden Road
St Albans
AL3 6BZ
01727 869597
Store Website
4.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Companion Care (Hatfield) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Oldings Corner Retail Park Hatfield Hertfordshire AL9 5JP 01707 244666 Website 1.78 miles
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Animals Treated
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Village Veterinary Surgery
8 Manor Parade Hatfield Garden Village Hertfordshire AL10 9JS 01707 274 828 lab@villageveterinary.co.uk Website 1.83 miles
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Animals Treated
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Welwyn Garden City Mill Green Road
129-131 Mill Green Road Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL7 3XB 01707 392244 welwyn.garden.city@medivet.co.uk Website 2.18 miles
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Medivet Welwyn Garden City Peartree - The Veterinary Centre
41 Peartree Lane Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL7 3UA 01707 336919 welwyn.gc.peartree@medivet.co.uk Website 2.22 miles
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Veterinary Referrals Limited
C/O Medivet 41 Peartree Lane Welwyn Garden City Hertfordshire AL7 3UA 01707 336919 vets@vetreferrals.co.uk Website 2.22 miles
Amenities Referrals only
Animals Treated
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Bishops Veterinary Surgery
5 Parkhouse Court Hatfield Business Park Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9RQ 01707 272772 info@bishopsvet.co.uk Website 2.32 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Stanborough Lakes
Beautiful Walk With A Nice Country Walk. You Have To Pay For Parking, But It Is A Lovely Day Out Once You Get Past The 2 Initial Lakes Welwyn Garden City Lancashire 1.18 miles

Location what3words fairly.preoccupied.food

Ayot Greenway
35 Ayot St Peter Rd Welwyn Lancashire AL6 9AB 1.47 miles Nearest Postcode Is Al6 9Ab, But That Covers The Whole Village.

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Sherrardspark Wood
Plas Y Coed 3 Digswell Hill Lancashire 1.58 miles

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Cole Green Way
14 Parkway Lancashire 1.69 miles

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Heartwood Forest
Lots Of Open Space For Walking You Dog's They Say It's A Forest Not Quite But Getting There. Heartwood Forest Sandridge St Albans 2.50 miles

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Heartwood Forest Sandridge
Not Yet A Forest, As It's Newly Planted, With Mature Woodlands At Back And Side. Good Parking And Paths That Are Dry In Winter ( A Big Plus). Plenty Of Off-Lead, Sunny Open Areas Where Your Dog Can Run To His Heart's Content. Great Pub Food In Dog Friendly Pub At The Rose And Crown In Nearby Sandridge. Heartwood Forest Sandridge 2.50 miles Al4 9Dq For Those Of You With Satnav. Sandridge Is North East Of St Albans. Exit Sandridge Going North On The High St And You Will See Heartwood Signposted On The Left. Very Good Parking.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-20.3°C	-20.4°C	-22.4°C	-22.9°C	-23.1°C	-20°C	-16.5°C	-14.6°C	-13.9°C	-15.4°C	-17.1°C	-20.3°C

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
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Feels Like	-21.9°C	-22.6°C	-24.2°C	-25.7°C	-26.6°C	-25.5°C	-23°C	-20.6°C	-18.5°C	-17.7°C	-19.2°C	-20°C

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Temp	-12.2°C	-11.6°C	-10.8°C	-10.1°C	-8.9°C	-6.7°C	-3.5°C	-0.7°C	-0.1°C	-1.7°C	-2.8°C	-7.9°C
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