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Summary
Radlett
is a lively, modern urban village and is the ninth richest place
in the UK. Origins of Radlett trace back further than the 18th century.
Like Borehamwood, Radlett is also on the First
Capital Connect rail line and is only 26 minutes from London's
Kings Cross. The population is approximately 7,600 and the town
is in the Borough of Hertsmere (whose offices are situated in Elstree
Way, Borehamwood).
Transport
The
M1, A1 and M25 are all within easy reach, providing direct access
to London and the rest of the UK. A First
Capital Connect train service runs to London King's Cross, St
Albans and Luton at regular intervals. A comprehensive bus network
provides links to neighbouring areas.
Shopping
There
are a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants down the main high
street, Watling Street. The Battlers Green Farm shops offer traditional
fresh produce together with a selection of arts and crafts. There
is a range of food retailers and restaurants including Pizza
Express, Spizzico,
Prezzo,
Pangs Cottage and Tim Table.
Leisure
The
Radlett Centre is home to the Parish Council Offices, village
library and a community hall (providing theatre and concert facilities,
meeting rooms and a bar). Tennis courts can be found along Watling
Street, as well as the Radlett Golf Range in Harper Lane and the
Porters Park Golf Club on Shenley Hill.
Education
| Newberries
JMI, Newberries Avenue - 01923 857180 |
| St
Johns Infant and Nursery, Gills Hill Lane - 01923 856594 |
| Fair
Field JM, Watford Road - 01923 856341 |
| University
of Hertfordshire, Aldenham - 01923 857515 |
Employment
Opportunities
Hertfordshire
has a thriving business community, with a work force of approximately
550,000. In September 2000, unemployment stood at 8,700 (1.7% of
the workforce compared to the national average of about 4%). The
close proximity to London, makes the county popular for commuters
working in the City.
Within
the area there are many places of worship (including churches and
synagogues). For further information on this subject or any other,
please feel free to visit our main office to collect a through guide
to the area.
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