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Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - Making of Harry Potter
The Leavesden studios where all eight films were shot; the tour preserves the original Great Hall, Diagon Alley and Hogwarts Express sets.
10 km · about 20 min drive
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Townsend
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Townsend
Townsend works well as a base: 17km from ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.
Townsend is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 5,700, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Townsend 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 Townsend to your route.
About Townsend
Bernards Heath is a heathland in St Albans, Hertfordshire, the site of the Second Battle of St Albans in 1461 during the Wars of the Roses.
In the 19th century it was the Hertfordshire County cricket ground.
There is a Second World War public air raid shelter situated beneath Bernards Heath (NGR TL 1535 0820), theRead more
steps down into it are covered by a concrete slab.
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Where is Townsend located?
Townsend is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.7623 latitude, -0.3371 longitude.
What is the population of Townsend?
Townsend has a population of approximately 5,700 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 5,700
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 51.7623, -0.3371
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Townsend
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
landmark
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
The UK's largest zoo set across 600 acres of Bedfordshire parkland with drive-through animal enclosures.
17 km · about 20 min drive
cafe
Ace Cafe London
The 1938 North Circular roadside cafe that became the home of the ton-up boys and rocker culture, reopened on its original site in 1997 and still holding weekly bike and classic car meets.
25 km · about 30 min drive
cafe
High Beach Tea Hut
A simple roadside tea hut in Epping Forest that has been a legendary biker gathering spot for decades.
28 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
ZSL London Zoo
The world's oldest scientific zoo, opened in 1828, located in Regent's Park in central London.
28 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
film location
The Blue Door, Notting Hill
The doorway of William Thacker's flat at 280 Westbourne Park Road in the film Notting Hill, a short walk from Portobello Road market.
29 km · about 35 min drive
film location
King's Cross Station Platform 9 3/4
The London terminus where the Hogwarts Express departs; the real filming used the arch between platforms 4 and 5, and a trolley marker now sits by platform 9.
30 km · about 35 min drive
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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