Morven Park

Morven Park is 20 acres of open-access parkland on the edge of Potters Bar, with a story that begins in the 14th century. Medieval Potters Bar was the site of a toll on the Great North Road, and the remains of the toll house and the old road lie buried beneath the grass. A.B. Sanderson gave Morven to the Trust in two parts, in 1928 and 1934, asking that it serve some local benefit such as a cottage hospital or library. In keeping with his wishes the house is now a care home, not open to visitors, while the park is open daily to all. The Hertfordshire Way passes right through the centre. Reviewers describe a simple local green space rather than a showpiece estate. Tips from visitors: entrances are poorly signed and reached from busy roads, so find the kissing gates on a map first. There is no car park, but buses stop close by. Dogs are welcome.