From glorious green spaces and a buzzing town centre, to a great football club and brilliant pubs, there is lots to love about Watford.

Of course no area is perfect, but readers had plenty of suggestions when we asked them what they thought the best thing about Watford is.

See below for some of the answers:

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The best thing about Watford according to locals

One Watford local had a lot of praise for the region: "Our local pubs. Full of people we know. A mall full of shops. Plenty of places to eat. Lots of open spaces. Lots of things for kids to do. Free events for all. A great little theatre. Two cinemas, a games arcade. transport links to London. Easy access to the countryside. M25 on the doorstep. Diverse population."

Cassiobury Park was one of the most popular answers, with one person saying: "Walking in Cassiobury Park and seeing all the trees in their glorious colour."

Another added: "Cassiobury Park, all the woodlands and green spaces."

Others praised the choice of shops: "Great choice of shops in the town centre, great parks, fantastic transport links (public transport and motorway), good schools, Pump House and Palace Theatre, friendly people."


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One more fan of the selection of activities in Watford said: "A town centre that has lots of big brands and independent shops, Imax cinema, escape rooms, axe throwing, go-karting.

"Tarboush, Two Trees Micro pub, Italian deli on Market Street, Cassiobury Park, Cassio Farm, free amazing fireworks display."

Of course, Watford FC and Sir Elton John also got a few mentions.