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The Strafford Arms Public House
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The Strafford Arms Public House
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The entrance to Warrengate Farm
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The Strafford Arms Public House
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Farmland, Muttons Lane, Potter Bar Taken from near the Strafford Arms on the B556
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London The Making of Harry Potter with return tran...

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London The Making of Harry Potter with return tran...

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 128 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥18,168 per adult
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer

Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 2212 reviews
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Price is ￥12,850 per adult
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London: Pizza Making Cookery Class

London: Pizza Making Cookery Class

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥9,479 per adult
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Historical Hampstead: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Belsize Park

Historical Hampstead: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Belsize Park

Activity duration is 2 hours
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Price is ￥1,544 per adult
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What to do in Potters Bar

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Northaw Great Wood Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Northaw Great Wood Country Park, a lovely green space in Northaw and Cuffley.

Northaw Great Wood Country Park

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Potters Bar

St. Giles, South Mimms Parish Church of South Mimms, seen from within the churchyard. The church tower is at the Blanche Lane end. This view is from beside the footpath that leads from Blanche Lane to St. Albans Road, behind me. The church is a nice example of a flint-knapped building. The chancel dates to the 13th century and the tower to circa 1450

South Mimms

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in South Mimms and you might want to plan a stop by Elstree Film Studios and Hatfield House while you're in the area.

South Mimms
Soper's Viaduct, near Cuffley, Hertfordshire, UK. This view is looking north.

Northaw

While Northaw might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hatfield House and Paradise Wildlife Park.

Northaw

Popular day trips from Potters Bar

High Angle View of Illuminated Buildings at Central Borehamwood London City of England United Kingdom During Night. April 4th, 2024

Borehamwood

St Etheldreda's Church, Hatfield, Hertfordshire

Hatfield

London, UK - July 20, 2019:The Hall from the carp pond atMyddelton House Gardens, Bulls Cross, Enfield, London, England, EN2

Enfield

Piccadilly Circus featuring a city, city views and street scenes

London

Barnet physic well is a natural mineral spring containing iron salts. The waters were said to provoke urination which was thought to be of benefit to the humours. Pepys records a visit to the well in 1664 and was impressed enough to return three years later. The current building dates from 1937 and access is restricted. Grade II listed. Nearest station: High Barnet.

Barnet

The beautiful St Albans Cathedral near London on a beautiful Autumn Day in 2014 A wonderful piece of Architecture with a deep rooted history.

St Albans

A canal boat cruising the River Lea Navigation between Enfield Lock and Waltham Cross, surrounded by trees in warm autumn colours.

Waltham Cross

The Crown public house covered by Boston Ivy, with car park including a Mini Cooper and a Citroën C4 Picasso, at 45 Newgate Street Village (name of road), at Newgate Street, in the civil parish of Hatfield, and the Borough of Welwyn Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. Camera: Canon EOS 6D with Canon EF 24-105mm F4L IS USM lens. Software: file lens-corrected and optimized with DxO OpticsPro 10 Elite and Viewpoint 2, and further optimized with Adobe Photoshop CS2.
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Newgate Street

Frequently asked questions

Is Potters Bar worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Potters Bar is explore Northaw Great Wood Country Park. Check this major sight off your list, then experience more of the area's walking trails and nature.
How do I spend a day in Potters Bar?
Kick your day off with a visit to Northaw Great Wood Country Park. Then, tour different areas of Potters Bar for a quick bite and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Potters Bar?
Spend a day visiting Northaw Great Wood Country Park and experience why it's ranked as the top tourist attraction near Potters Bar.
Is three days enough to stay in Potters Bar?
If you only want to check out the leading sights, three days will be more than enough time for a trip to Potters Bar. Book for a week or longer for the chance to truly appreciate the local vibe, tour nearby hotspots and discover some hidden gems.
What are some activities to do in Potters Bar with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all the family, check out these fabulous ideas for what to do in Potters Bar with kids.

What to do in Potters Bar for adults?
From local cuisine and cultural highlights to thrilling activities and one-of-a-kind experiences, there's no shortage of exciting things to do in Potters Bar for adults.
Are there free things to do in Potters Bar?
You won't have to search high and low for free things to do in Potters Bar. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll have suggestions for attractions and places you can enjoy at zero cost. A good free option for your trip is Northaw Great Wood Country Park.