Watford Observer

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:20:19 +0100
Latest petrol prices reveal Watford area's cheapest and most expensive stations
The latest government data reveals where the cheapest and most expensive petrol stations are around Watford, Rickmansworth, Bushey, and Kings Langley.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:08:22 +0100
Fury calls out AJ for 'battle of Britain'
A blockbuster showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua moved a step closer after the British rivals traded insults at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday night.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100
This beautiful £1.3m Watford house has a setting that's as leafy as it gets
A detached four-bedroom house in a leafy setting next to Cheslyn House and Gardens in Nascot Wood Road, Watford, is up for sale for £1,300,000.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Can this 'big hearted' Staffy find a second chance at love?
Staffy Sacha, rescued by the National Animal Welfare Trust, seeks a loving UK home as the only pet. Adopt this affectionate dog—contact NAWT today.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The much-loved sports club marking a landmark year after promotion
Pavilion Bowls Club, a much‑loved sporting and social hub in South Oxhey, is celebrating a landmark year as the club starts the 2026 season after being promoted to the 4th division.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The boxing club that is 'changing the lives' of hundreds of young people
Watford MP Matt Turmaine visited West Herts Amateur Boxing Club and Educational Support CIC to see its work supporting children and young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This ‘pleasant’ Herts walking route offers calm countryside views and woodland paths
Chess Valley walk in Hertfordshire has been described as "pleasant" and offers countryside views.

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications: Traveller site, children's home, golf swing studio
Dacorum Council reviews new planning applications including Gypsy and Traveller pitches, home extensions, garage conversions and tree works in Hemel Hempstead.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Pep Guardiola's annoying habit
Certain things people do grate exponentially

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:36:58 +0100
I tried the Turkish restaurant that has received rave reviews since opening
The Watford Observer reviews Aysu Restaurant, which opened earlier this year in High Street.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 15:51:37 +0100
Big-name burger chain to open new restaurant next week
Fast food chain Wraps and Wings is set to open its new Chorleywood branch on April 20

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0100
New planning applications at Three Rivers council
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Three Rivers District Council, featuring a range of proposals across Rickmansworth, Croxley Green, Sarratt, South Oxhey, and Carpenders Park

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:43:37 +0100
Hertfordshire M25 delays as lanes closed amid 'crash' - recap
Follow live traffic updates after a crash on the M25 in Hertfordshire between junctions 23 and 24

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:29:26 +0100
Plan for up to 1,400 new homes in Hertfordshire recommended for approval
Plans to build up to 1,400 homes on land to the east of Tring in Hertfordshire have been recommended for approval ahead of a planning committee meeting later this week.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:33:58 +0100
Queues expected as pizza chain opens new store near Watford TODAY
Rapidly-expanding pizza chain Boss Pizza is opening a new store in Hemel Hempstead today (April 11).

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100
All of the new planning applications in Watford this week
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Watford Borough Council.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:57:45 +0100
New Harlequin store 'coming soon'
The Harlequin shopping centre is set to welcome another new shop, with tech repair store I Mend Gadgets "coming soon".

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 09:21:56 +0100
Teenage motorcyclist 'lucky to walk away' after Watford hit-and-run
A teenager's mother says he was "lucky to walk away" with only minor injuries after a hit-and-run in Watford.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Swanky six-bed home in prestigious Watford street put on sale for £2.35m
A contemporary six-bedroom detached house has come to market on Hempstead Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, priced at £2,350,000.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Stunning snaps of springtime captured by camera club members
Chipperfield, Cassiobury Park and Arundel Castle are among this week's photos celebrating springtime from the Watford Observer Camera Club.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council plans £1k fine and 'wall of shame' to identify fly-tippers
Fly-tippers in Hertsmere could be identified on a 'wall of shame' and fines could more than triple to £1,000, if plans are agreed.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Star Wars theme as fun run returns to Watford - 'May the fourth be with you'
There will be a Star Wars theme when Watford Mencap’s 10K, 5K and 1K Fun Run returns to Cassiobury Park, Watford, on May 4.

Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 'lovely' and peaceful Hertfordshire village that has been named one of the best
Ayot Green has been described as "lovely" and peaceful and has previously been named among the best in Hertfordshire.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0100
The 11 Hertfordshire bus route changes coming into force from next week
Eleven Hertfordshire buses are set to move onto new timetables from next week, including the 20, 322, and 302.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:21:05 +0100
Car boot sale to launch at new venue near Watford
Bargain lovers in Bushey will be able to hunt for deals at a new location in Bushey from April 19.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:00:09 +0100
Father-of-two from Watford area wins big on the National Lottery
A pair of Hertfordshire dads have won a combined £549,343.80 in National Lottery draws.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:25:00 +0100
Residents evacuated from house fire as firefighters found first floor 'well alight'
Residents were forced to evacuate as a fire broke out at a North Watford home.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:05:00 +0100
Plan to knock down operational Watford pub for eight flats submitted
Plans to knock down the Wellington Arms, Watford, and build a block of eight homes have gone in.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:42:22 +0100
Drunken yobs terrorise high street with 'threats and football-style chanting'
Terrorised Kings Langley High Street residents were forced to call police as drunken kids threw bottles, banged on doors, and made threats.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0100
Space NK queues stretch outside the Harlequin as shoppers hail 'dream come true'
Space NK has officially opened in Watford, with shoppers queuing from as early as 3.30am.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:40:00 +0100
Business 'buzzing' over Harlequin return as new shop unveiled
Suit Direct has returned to Watford opening in the Harlequin today (April 10).

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0100
'Concern' as caravans pitch up beside Watford road - legal process underway
Caravans have pitched up beside a North Watford road – sparking a legal process to move them on.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:45:00 +0100
Kings Langley tech boss who reported China 'bribe' to relocate firm awarded £1.5m
A Kings Langley chief executive who blew the whistle on growing Chinese control of Imagination Technologies has been awarded nearly $2,000,000.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Watford among 12 'property blackspots' as commuter belt house prices drop
Watford has been named among 12 “property blackspots” by the Daily Mail as commuter town house prices fall, as St Albans also featured from Hertfordshire.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Closing down sale at Harlequin retailer amid administration
Watford’s remaining Claire’s store looks set to close after beginning a closing down sale.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:16:27 +0100
First customers queue from 3.30am for Space NK opening at Harlequin - recap
Scores of customers are queuing up outside the Harlequin's new Space NK store as it is set to open in just under an hour.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:32 +0100
Attacking women in pub and 150mph M1 chase lands 'dangerous' man in prison
A "dangerous individual" has been jailed for more than three years after committing a string of crimes in Hemel Hempstead.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 07:41:47 +0100
Children from Watford and nearby wanted for 'exciting TV project'
Girls aged between nine and 12 "within travelling distance" of Watford are wanted for the filming of an "exciting TV project".

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:58:01 +0100
Watford Apprentice candidate bows out in penultimate week
Watford Apprentice candidate Lawrence Rosenberg has been "fired" by Lord Sugar, narrowly missing out on a place in next week's final.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:30:00 +0100
Why this 'unique' Turkish restaurant is among Watford's best
The Watford Observer shines a spotlight on Opuz Kitchen & Bar in King Street.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Harlequin Watford 'saw increased footfall after John Lewis closure'
Watford's Harlequin centre actually saw a boost in footfall after John Lewis closed, the centre's manager Simon Plumb told the town's MP Matt Turmaine.

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:44:00 +0100
Bring the Med to your patio with You Garden’s Sicilian Lemon Tree
Home grown lemons anyone?

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP reads from the Bible — then hands out eggs as the Easter Bunny
Worshippers at All Saints Church in Leavesden received an extra special visit from the Easter Bunny on Sunday (5 April).

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:05:00 +0100
Supermarket 'unrecognisable' after refurb amid 'brilliant reopening
M&S Rickmansworth staff have celebrated a “brilliant” reopening after 10 weeks of extensive refurbishment.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:35:00 +0100
Recycling centre closed after fire breaks out among the rubbish
Elstree Recycling Centre has been closed after a fire broke out among the rubbish.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Looking back at quieter times in the high street
A look back to when the pace of life in Watford High Street was much slower a century ago.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Man arrested after 'Tesla hit two pedestrians' in Borehamwood
A man has been arrested after a Tesla reportedly crashed into two pedestrians in Theobald Street, Borehamwood.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:49:52 +0100
Developers reveal plans for 8,500-home 'new town' in Hertfordshire
Developers have revealed plans to build an 8,500-home "new town" on the Hertfordshire-Essex border.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:43:00 +0100
'Stolen' coffee trailer found damaged - leaving 'serious financial impact'
A trailer "stolen" from Oh Crumbs! Coffee has been found damaged in Abbots Langley.

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Business which closed its Harlequin branch returning with new store tomorrow
Harlequin store Suit Direct, which previously closed down, will return to the shopping centre tomorrow.

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