PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
G
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Great Amwell
EuropeUnited KingdomEngland

Great Amwell

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Great Amwell

Great Amwell works well as a base: 10 minutes from Hertford, 29km from Iron & Air.

Great Amwell is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 1,098, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Great Amwell sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Great Amwell to your route.

About Great Amwell

Great Amwell is a village and civil parish in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. It lies 1+1⁄2 miles (2.4 km) south-east of Ware, its post town, and about 20 miles (32 km) north of London. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 2,223.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Great Amwell

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Great Amwell.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Great Amwell.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Great Amwell?

Great Amwell offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Great Amwell?

Plan your road trip to Great Amwell with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Great Amwell as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Great Amwell located?

Great Amwell is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.7901 latitude, -0.0167 longitude.

What is the population of Great Amwell?

Great Amwell has a population of approximately 1,098 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Great Amwell as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Great Amwell. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
1,098
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.7901, -0.0167

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

Full driving guide for United Kingdom

Tags

EuropeUnited KingdomEnglandTown

Worth the detour from Great Amwell

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

cafe

High Beach Tea Hut

A simple roadside tea hut in Epping Forest that has been a legendary biker gathering spot for decades.

15 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

Bolt London

A motorcycle-focused coffee shop and workspace in London bringing together the riding and creative communities.

28 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

Pavilion Cafe Victoria Park

A stylish lakeside cafe in Victoria Park that has become an unofficial weekend gathering spot for London's motorcycle community.

28 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

Deus Ex Machina London

The London outpost of the global motorcycle lifestyle brand combining custom bikes, apparel, coffee, and culture.

29 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

Iron & Air

A motorcycle culture space celebrating the intersection of riding, art, and storytelling through events and community.

29 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

The Filling Station

A car-themed cafe and bar in a converted petrol station, celebrating automotive culture through its decor, events, and community spirit.

29 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

The Bike Shed Motorcycle Club

A multi-level motorcycle culture hub in Shoreditch featuring a restaurant, bar, barbershop, and custom bike gallery.

30 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

The Motorist

An automotive lifestyle bar and social space in London designed for car enthusiasts who appreciate good drinks and great design.

30 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Great Amwell

  • 41 kmCrystal Palace CircuitA parkland racing circuit in south London that ran until 1972 and still hosts occasional sprint events. Sections of the old track survive as park roads and footpaths, complete with original kerbing among the Victorian terraces.
  • 47 kmThe Backs, CambridgeThe famous riverside meadows behind the Cambridge colleges, offering iconic views of King's College Chapel, the Bridge of Sighs and punts on the Cam.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Great Amwell.

Little Amwell

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 km awayPop. 2,606

Ware

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 km awayPop. 17,576

Hoddesdon

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

3 km awayPop. 35,174

Hertford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 25,847

Roydon

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 1,582

Broxbourne

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 13,298

Harlow

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 93,300

Much Hadham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 1,994

Plan a trip around Great Amwell

United Kingdom road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Great Amwell

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence