Welcome to Garston

Garston is a small town located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It is situated on the outskirts of Watford and is known for its vibrant community and excellent transport links. The town has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in the Domesday Book. Over the years, Garston has grown into a bustling town with a range of amenities and attractions for residents and visitors alike.

One of the most notable features of Garston is its excellent transport links. The town is located just a few miles from the M1 motorway, providing easy access to London and other major cities in the UK. There are also several train stations in the area, including Garston Station and Watford Junction, which offer regular services to London and other destinations. Additionally, there are several bus routes that run through the town, making it easy to get around without a car.

Garston is also home to a range of amenities and attractions. The town centre has a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as a library and community centre. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, including Garston Park and Meriden Park, which offer a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the town centre. For those interested in history, there are several historic buildings and landmarks in Garston, including St. Michael's Church and the Garston War Memorial.

Local Schools

School	Details
Stanborough Secondary School Other Independent School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Headteacher Jeanetta Liburd	Stanborough Park Watford Hertfordshire WD25 9JT 1923673268 School Website
Stanborough Primary School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tiann Madden	Appletree Walk Watford Hertfordshire WD25 0DQ 1923673291 School Website
Kingswood Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Macdonald	Briar Road Watford Hertfordshire WD25 0DX 01923672531 School Website
Kingsway Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Jo Beale	Briar Road Watford Hertfordshire WD25 0JH 01923672583 School Website
The Grove Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Hennigan	Fourth Avenue Watford Hertfordshire WD25 9RH 01923674463 School Website
Cherry Tree Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Cheska Tyler	Berry Avenue Watford Hertfordshire WD24 6ST 1923245490 School Website
Kingsway Infants School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Knights	North Approach Watford Hertfordshire WD25 0ES 01923675005 School Website
Parkgate Infants And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Gwyn Pritchard	Northfield Gardens Watford Hertfordshire WD24 7RL 01923221984 School Website
Leavesden Jmi School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Lyon	High Road Leavesden Watford Hertfordshire WD25 7QZ 01923484340 School Website
Alban Wood Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Sutton	The Brow Watford Hertfordshire WD25 7NX 1923678240 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Garston Garston Lane, Garston, Hertfordshire, WD25 9RT 0.62 Miles

Watford North Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 7DS 0.85 Miles

Watford Junction Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU 1.58 Miles

Bricket Wood Station Road, Bricket Wood, Hertfordshire, AL2 3LN 2.07 Miles

Kings Langley Station Road, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire, WD4 8LF 2.29 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Absolute Style Limousines 01923 672676 786 Saint Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9FH 0.25 Miles
Am Cars Private Hire 07884 391194 98 Briar Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0HP 0.32 Miles
Kingswood Cars 01923 662233 89B North Approach, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0EL 0.36 Miles
A1 Taxis 01923 461000 815 Street Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0LE 0.42 Miles
A One Taxis Watford 01923 222222 Orient House/815 St. Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 0LE 0.42 Miles
Arriva The Shires 0844 800 4411 Marchwood House, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9NN 0.50 Miles
A C W Personal Cars 01923 672441 5 Harvest End, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9UB 0.57 Miles
Amber Cars 01923 678678 65 The Brow, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7NY 0.71 Miles
Watford Taxis 01923 678678 65 The Brow, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 7NY 0.71 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01923 673007 Munden View, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 9DE 0.74 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Garston Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingswood P.O Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Haines Way Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crown Rise Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cuffley Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Horseshoe Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Phillipers Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leavesden Green P.O Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woodside P.O Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Colne Way Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Ganders Ash Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Colne Way Wenta Business Park Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Dowding Way Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kytes Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Garston Medical Centre 01923 672086	Garston Medical Centre 6A North Western Avenue Watford Hertfordshire WD25 9GP
North Approach Surgery 01923 223178	95 North Approach Watford Hertfordshire WD25 0EL
Meriden Surgery	Harvest End Watford WD25 9UB
Sheepcot Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	6 Cunningham Way Leavesden Watford WD25 7NL
Sheepcot Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	6 Cunningham Way Leavesden Watford WD25 7NL

Local Stores

Garston - York Way
174 York Way
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD25 9EA
01923 673265
Store Website
0.81 miles

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SPAR Abbots Langley
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28 Schoolmead
Abbots Langley
WD5 0LA
01923 265693
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Avenues Veterinary Clinic
The Avenues Veterinary Clinic 22 Garston Lane Watford Hertfordshire WD25 9QJ 01923 894 274 avenuesvets@live.co.uk Website 0.46 miles
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The Park Veterinary Clinic
9 Katherine Place Leavesden Watford Hertfordshire WD5 0BT 01923 681261 1.04 miles

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Medivet 24 Hour Watford
237 St. Albans Road Watford Hertfordshire WD24 5BP 01923 243429 24hour.watford@medivet.co.uk Website 1.10 miles
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Selix Vets
71 High Street End Terrace Abbots Langley Hertfordshire WD5 0AD 07879 827953 spinonelocum@virginmedia.com Website 1.59 miles
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Park Veterinary Centre
256 Cassiobury Drive Watford Hertfordshire WD17 3PA 01923 223321 Website 1.63 miles
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Vets4pets Watford Century
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 Century Retail Park Dalton Way Watford Hertfordshire WD17 2SF 01923 802587 watfordcentury@vets4pets.com Website 2.62 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Cassiobury Park And Grand Union Canal
This Short Hertfordshire Walk Explores Watford's Cassiobury Park Along With A Section The Grand Union Canal. Cassiobury Park Is The Largest Public Open Space In Watford Comprising Of Over 190 Acres Of Green Space Stretching From Watford Town Centre To Woodland And Countryside To The West Of The Town. WD18 7LG 2.32 miles The Car Park Is Signposted From The Centre Of Town And Rickmansworth Road With Brown Tourist Information Signs.

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Hyde Lane
1 Hyde Ln Frogmore 3.22 miles

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Sarratt
A Gentle, Flat Walk Through And Around The Historic Village Of Sarratt, In Hertfordshire. Sarratt Sits In An Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Surrounded By Fields Which Go Down To The Chess Valley Riverbed. WD3 6AS 4.14 miles Sarratt Is Located In The County Of Hertfordshire, Two Miles North-East Of The Town Of Chorleywood, Five Miles North-West Of The Major Town Of Watford, And 20 Miles North-West Of London. Sarratt Lies Just South-East Of The Buckinghamshire Border.

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St Albans French Bulldog Walk
We Meet The Last Sunday Of The Month, Every Month At 2Pm For A Walk Where All The Frenchies Can Run And Play As A Group. For Further Information Please Go To The Link To Our Facebook Group 39 St Michael'S St Lancashire 4.82 miles Walk Around Verulamium Park With Other French Bulldogs

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Stanmore Country Park
Lovely Views Over London. Circular Walk And Woodland/Pasture Walk. Nature Trail And Good Pathways. 2 Wood Ln 5.36 miles

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The Wick Nature Reserve St Albans
66-80 Marshal'S Dr St Lancashire ALBANS AL1 6.43 miles Al1 4Rd Is The Nearest Postcode. Look For The Iron Fence Bordering The Park.

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