Watford Observer

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000
Watford-area road closures and licencing applications among latest public notices
A premises licence for a new convenience store and several road closures in and around Watford are among the latest batch of public notices.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000
Four-bed detached home with private green views for sale in Nascot Wood
A chain-free four-bedroom detached home in Watford’s sought-after Nascot Wood area is on the market for £980,000.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Stray cats looking for a forever home - will you give them a chance?
Walnut and Cashew, two shy young cats rescued by the National Animal Welfare Trust, are looking for a quiet, loving forever home together.

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Messi and Trump among famous visitors to The Grove
Donald Trump, Lionel Messi and the England football team are among the famous visitors to The Grove hotel on the edge of Watford.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000
Why dating today is harder than ever
An amusing reflection on how dating and romance have changed over the years — from beeping cars and wolf whistles to awkward online introductions — exploring how modern singletons navigate chivalry, etiquette, and confusion in today’s dating wo...

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:57:09 +0000
Safety barriers at asylum hotels cost council more than £500k
Safety barriers around a small number of Hertfordshire hotels used to house asylum seekers cost the county council in excess of £500k, it has emerged.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Harlequin among Muddy Stilettos' list of best places to see Santa
Muddy Stilettos has published its list of the best places to see Santa in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, including Watford's Harlequin shopping centre.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0000
Race against time to get Bushey Christmas lights up for big switch-on
A race against time is underway to get Christmas lights up in Bushey ahead of the big planned switch-on this Sunday (November 30).

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Most councils back four-unitary option ahead of local government shake-up
A plan to split Hertfordshire into four new unitary authorities is the most popular option among the county’s existing councils ahead of plans to shake up local government.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000
Plans for blocks of flats and major industrial development in Hertsmere
Hertsmere Borough Council has received a new set of planning applications, including home extensions, loft conversions, tree works, drainage details, an industrial development in Elstree, and a new sports pavilion in Shenley.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Nine snaps of contrasting colours to brighten up dull days
The days may often feel dull and grey at this time of year but there are still plenty of contrasts in colour to be enjoyed all around us.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000
The highest-rated Indian restaurant in Herts serving 'fabulous' food
Abbots Tandoori is the highest rated Indian restaurant in Hertfordshire and is described as "fabulous".

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 11:18:19 +0000
Trigger Point airs scenes filmed in Watford
Scenes for the third series of ITV drama Trigger Point were filmed in Watford, as well as elsewhere in Hertfordshire.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:33:29 +0000
Lib Dems apologise after activist caught ‘lying’ to resident ahead of by-election
A Liberal Democrat campaigner in Watford has been accused of “lying” to a resident ahead of the upcoming borough council by-election in Tudor ward.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:28:10 +0000
Major stretch of road to close for resurfacing
Resurfacing work is set to take place in North Watford's Kingswood Road next week, with a road closure set.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000
New plans for home extensions and alterations in Watford
Watford Borough Council has received a new set of planning applications, including two-storey extensions, loft conversions, TPO tree works, conservation area tree felling, property alterations, and a High Street extractor system installation.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:39:05 +0000
No trains on Watford Junction overground line all weekend
Watford Junction passengers will face disruption this weekend as the entire Lioness Line is closed for maintenance work.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000
Village pub owner's pride after taking over second venue
Zoe Eliasson, part owner of The Boot, in Sarratt, feeling 'proud of myself' after 'challenging' first few months also operating The Cock Inn.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Known Harry Potter filming locations as Leavesden production continues
Filming for HBO’s Harry Potter TV show is based at Leavesden Studios but has also been heading out for many location shoots, including in Hertfordshire.

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:30:00 +0000
5 of the best day trips two hours away from Hertfordshire you can enjoy
From the Kent village of Chilham to the town of Burford in Oxfordshire, discover five of the best day trips less than two hours from Hertfordshire.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:15:00 +0000
Herts child rapist gets 16 years' prison for numerous sex offences
A child rapist from Hertfordshire has been jailed for 16 years over numerous offences dating back to 2003.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000
Everything we know after 'knife attack' unearths Watford 'brothel'
Everything we know so far and the latest update from police after a "brothel" was discovered following a "knife attack" in Watford.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
195-home plan heads to appeal despite three refusals and 5,000 objections
Despite three Hertsmere Borough Council refusals and more than 5,000 objections, plans for 195 homes in Radlett are heading to appeal.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:35:00 +0000
Girl, 4, who stopped breathing due to genetic condition to front concert
A Watford girl who stopped breathing due to a rare condition will front a star-studded concert for Rainbow Trust Children's Charity.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:47:42 +0000
New supermarket applies to open in Watford town centre
A recently vacated unit in Watford town centre could become a new Asian supermarket, according to a licencing application.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000
Hertfordshire issued yellow weather warning with heavy rain expected
The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning for part of Hertfordshire this week.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:30:00 +0000
Brutal slingshot attack leaves woman's head 'pouring with blood' in road rage row
A woman's head "poured with blood" after a slingshot-wielding thug fired a marble through a car window before threatening to kill her partner.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 12:01:21 +0000
Budget a 'slap in the face' to disabled people told they can't have luxury
Chancellor Rachel Reeves removes high end cars from Motability Scheme in a move which makes people with disabilities feel like they are unworthy.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:25:18 +0000
Town centre shop fears closure amid lack of volunteers
The owner of a Watford town centre charity furniture shop has said it could be forced to reduce its operating days or even close permanently amid a lack of volunteers.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:26:00 +0000
Latest asylum seeker numbers in Herts hotels revealed
Latest Home Office data has revealed how many migrants are being housed in hotels across Hertfordshire, including in Watford, Three Rivers, Dacorum and Hertsmere.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:15:00 +0000
Chicken farm animal welfare fears 'taken seriously' as probe underway
Trading Standards are investigating further welfare concerns at a chicken farm after the death of a donkey earlier this month.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:49:40 +0000
Fault causes two days of cancellations on Watford Junction rail line
A railway line from Watford Junction is expected to be cancelled until the end of the day after a fault was first reported yesterday morning.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:24:39 +0000
'Urgent review' of 'accident hotspot' junction to go ahead after crash
An “urgent” review of safety measures at an “accident hotspot” A405 junction will go ahead after recent crashes.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 07:36:53 +0000
PM visits Bushey to speak to town's Jewish community
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer was in Bushey yesterday to meet members of the area’s Jewish community.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:32:00 +0000
Detached 1930s house with 'bar room' for sale in Watford
A fully modernised three-bedroom detached home on Horseshoe Lane, Watford, is for sale for £800,000.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:30:00 +0000
Mosque plan support dwarfs objections as Highways gives green light
Highways have given the ok over traffic impacts as support comments outnumber objections to a mosque plan for the former St Thomas United Reformed Church.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 07:50:00 +0000
BLACK FRIDAY - 15% off You Garden’s top sellers
Don’t miss out on You Garden’s Black Friday offers which start today!

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:12:00 +0000
Herts Police wanted list: eight people added this month
These eight people have been added to the Herts Police wanted list this month, with their faces shared by the force.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:06:00 +0000
Black Friday: 14 brilliant deals on offer at Harlequin Watford
Ahead of Black Friday, we have rounded up some of the deals you can find at Watford's Harlequin shopping centre.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
The beautiful Watford house where birds used to nest
Sparrow Pot Lodge was part of the Cassiobury Estate and stood where Whippendell Wood car park is just off Grove Mill Lane.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:11:44 +0000
New burger restaurant opening in Hemel tomorrow
Burger chain Big Juicy Burger is set to open a new restaurant in Hemel Hempstead tomorrow (November 28).

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:48:55 +0000
Big-name retailer opens Harlequin store
Watford's Harlequin shopping centre has a new arrival after White Stuff opened a store.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000
KPop Demon Hunters live show coming to Watford Colosseum
A KPop Demon Hunters live tribute show is coming to Watford Colosseum, inspired by the hit Netflix film.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:20:00 +0000
Inside look at new Browns restaurant opening TOMORROW
Bushey's new Browns restaurant has shared an inside look ahead of opening tomorrow.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:37:00 +0000
'Nightmare' HMO denied retrospective planning permission
Three Rivers District Council has refused an application for retrospective planning permission at a Croxley Green HMO that has been branded a "nightmare" by neighbours.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:50:00 +0000
'Meat cleaver' attacker admits GBH in early hours near school
The Bushey “meat cleaver” attacker has admitted to wounding with intent at St Albans Crown Court after a manhunt last month.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:05:49 +0000
Rush-hour crash in Watford sees cyclist taken to hospital
A cyclist was taken to hospital with "slight" injuries after a crash in Watford on Wednesday morning (November 26).

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000
30-foot Christmas tree unveiled at Harlequin Watford
Harlequin Watford has unveiled its 30-foot Community Christmas Tree, decorated with festive artwork from pupils at Beechfield School, Bromet Primary and Kingsway Junior, celebrating creativity and community spirit for a third year.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:41:00 +0000
Budget draws mixed response as Watford weighs in
Businesses, residents and politicians from in and around Watford have been having their say on the 2025 Budget, delivered by Rachel Reeves yesterday afternoon.

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000
Police still looking for attacker who 'punched man unconscious' at restaurant
No arrests have been made as the investigation continues after a man was knocked out in High Street, Rickmansworth, restaurant Tuk Tuk Pan Asian.

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