10 Things to Do with An Elderly Parent in Watford

If you enjoy spending time in Watford, whether you are a local or a visitor, you can do so much more when you have the support you need. You may be living with a life-long condition or perhaps you have age-related frailties, but if you’re struggling to enjoy the area as much as you used to, why not let our amazing carers accompany you?

Explore Cassiobury Park

An award-winning park covering 250 acres, this popular park has so much to do. While you can just enjoy the walks if you wish, there are activities for youngsters, such as paddling pools and a miniature railway. Meanwhile, older visitors can listen to live music in the summer months, or make the most of the cafes when weather is cooler.

Enjoy a Walk Along the Grand Union Canal

Once you’ve enjoyed the activities in Cassiobury Park, why not sit and watch the world go by on the Grand Union Canal? Not far from the town centre, the canal can be viewed from the park, where tranquillity meets transportation. Relax on a bench, or stand on the humped back bridge which is just over the lock and watch the boats glide by.

Discover Watford Museum

Watford Museum is temporarily closed until 2026/27, while the service catalogues its exhibits and relocates to new premises in the Town Hall. The service is still running though, although on a reduced scale, while children’s events will be offered for free. Other exhibits are hosted online until they can be seen in-person again.

Relax in Cheslyn House and Gardens

Set in 3.5 acres of woodlands and beautifully designed gardens, there is so much to do and explore. All the family can enjoy exploring the areas, with wheelchair access for a large part of the site and toilets available. You can even bring your canine friend if he remains on a lead. There are also aviaries and plenty of wildlife to see.

Experience a Show at Watford Palace Theatre

Whether you love supernatural plays, musical extravaganzas, or mind-expanding evenings, there’s something for all the family at the palace. Creating world-class shows since 1908, the theatre also presents comedy, cabaret, live music, and film, to rapt audiences. And of course, there’s the always-popular pantomime!

Visit St Mary’s Parish Church

For more than 800 years Christian worship has taken place at this site, and the current building has parts that date from 1230. Watford’s most ancient remaining building, lovers of historic architecture will enjoy the south arcade of the nave, chancel arch and adjacent walls, and former doorway over the pulpit.

Browse the Shops and Cafés at Atria Watford

Whether you and the family are looking to eat, shop, or play, you’ll find plenty of options to do all this and more at Atria! There’s 140 shops, restaurants, and leisure attractions, including well-known brands such as  Apple, Next, Hollywood Bowl, and Cineworld. This means there’s something for visitors of all ages and all abilities.

Learn About History at Bentley Priory Museum

The Battle of Britain was fought in the skies above Britain between 10th July and 31st October 1940. This battle was pivotal for the Allies in World War II, and had it been lost, would almost certainly have meant a Nazi Invasion of Britain. RAF Bentley Priory was Headquarters Fighter Command and offers a historic day out for all the family.

Take a Gentle Stroll Through Oxhey Park

A purpose-built facility, Oxhey Park offers opportunities for play, sport, and just relaxing! If the younger members of the family want to use the skate plaza, you can relax and watch them while enjoying the open green space and making use of the café. There’s also a playground with lots to do, suitable for children with disabilities.

Browse the Public Art and Murals Around the Town Centre

Watford Peace Memorial is sited near the Town Hall and is dedicated to the dead of both World Wars, and subsequent conflicts. It was sculpted by Mary Pownall Bromet in 1928, unusual for a female sculptor in those days. Across the town you can also see the Dancing Lady, The Hornet, The Learning Curve, and many more fine examples.

If you would like support to help you make the most of all that Watford offers, our compassionate carers can be there for you, on both a visiting and live-in care basis. If you’d like to learn more about home care in Watford, chat to us today.