48 HOURS IN DACORUM

MORNING
Natural History Museum 
Spend a wonderful morning of discovery at The Natural History Museum at Tring with all the family. The museum was built in 1889 to house the incredible collections of Walther Rothschild. A keen zoologist and an eccentric character, upon his death the building and collection were gifted to the nation and became part of the Natural History Museum. Today, while much of the interior retains its Victorian charm, the Museum runs with a full programme of inspiring exhibitions and events for families and adults. Discover animal specimens from around the world, from tiny beetles to enormous bears. A morning of discovery...

LUNCH
Nonna's Supper Club

For a spot of lunch, head to family run 'Nonna's Supper Club', serving up some of the finest traditional Italian food. Located in the heart of Tring, they're bringing some unforgettable delicious tastes overseas for you, family, and friends to enjoy. Monthly changing focaccias, ciabbatas, pizzas and more are waiting to be tried. So head over, enjoy a warm welcome, and a plate of hearty food made with love. Now that's amore! 

AFTERNOON
Tring Park
Tring Park is one of Hertfordshire's most important ecological areas and one of the Woodland Trust's most exciting and diverse sites. Just a short walk from the Natural History Museum at Tring, you can discover the park's landscape of ancient woodland, open pastures and remnants of Georgian grandeur. Explore more than 250 acres of sweeping panoramas, open parkland, mixed woodland and rare chalk grassland  across the Chilterns' Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Hertfordshire. And get closer to nature as you uncover a mosaic of habitats for birds, mammals, flora and invertebrates. Back to nature...

DINNER
The Alford Arms
For dinner, head to the award-winning Alford Arms, an independent pub nestled in the secluded wooded valley of Frithsden. With the great Ashridge forest on its doorstep and the broad sweep of the Chiltern Hills as its backdrop, soak in the glorious countryside from your table in their lovely pub garden. Classics and twists abound on the menu, with inventive dishes that move with the seasons and always utilise the wealth of local produce in the area. From forest or farm to plate in no time at all you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to fresh and ethically sources ingredients - highlights include the wild garlic foraged from the Chilterns Beech woods, free range chicken from the Potash farm and glorious goats cheese from nearby Wobbly Bottom Farm. A great British menu...

MORNING
Frogmore Paper Mill 
On your second morning, head to Frogmore for a truly lovely, fun and educational family day out. Visit the world's oldest mechanised paper mill and the birthplace of paper's industrial revolution, now operated by a conservation and education charity and open to the general public. Paper is an absolutely fascinating, yet much overlooked intervention and there is certainly something magical about seeing the original machines at work. A visit here never fails to amaze, and families always leave with a new perspective, having seen it produced and having the opportunity to have a go themselves. Take part in guided tours, hand papermaking, boat trips and much more! Paper capers...

LUNCH
Here
After a morning of fun and discovery at Frogmore head to nearby Berkhamsted to refuel at Here, a local café with sustainability at its heart. The café is furnished with recycled, reclaimed and local materials, all their produce comes from their neighbours and they also feature the work of local talent on he walls. They cook every dish from scratch, bake bread, make jams and chutneys and even smoke their own fish! Perfect for delicious, fresh light bites from the local area. Loyal and local...

AFTERNOON
The Grand Union Canal
Slow down the pace after lunch and take a leisurely stroll along the Grand Union Canal. The canal stretches for almost 140 miles across England from London to Birmingham, but you can enjoy a small slice of it on a walk along its towpath between Berkhamsted and Tring. Taking in the lovely countryside and a bit of canal boat spotting during the 4.5 mile route, this walk will make sure you take in some history as well, passing some lock keepers' houses along the way. There is a brand-new marina with plenty of canal-side cafes, bars and pubs to keep you well hydrated during your stroll. Stroll along the canal...

DINNER
Dalling & Co, King's Langley
For a delightful evening meal, head to Dalling & Co in King's Langley, a pretty double-fronted deli and café that's also open in the evenings. With continental style pavement seating and a selection of delicious tapas and antipasti, it's the perfect dining spot for a relaxed summer evening. A lovely dinner...

AFTER DINNER
The Rex
After dinner, maybe you could fit in a film at The Rex, an independently owned original Art Deco cinema and relax in their luxurious comfy seats whilst watching anything from world cinema to the latest blockbusters. A luxe night at the flicks...