Many households are struggling with the cost of living, including recent rises in the price of energy. 

To help residents, we're working with the local councils, businesses and other organisations to provide a Warm Spaces directory.

During the winter months, Watford offers residents a network of warm spaces and activities.

The spaces are open for everyone, as the council shares that it "doesn't matter why you are visiting" and that "no one will ask why you are visiting".

However, if you want help or advice you can reach out while you're in the welcoming spaces to the staff.

There is no limit to how often you can visit any of the spaces around Watford listed, and there is no need to book.

Plus, you can stay for as long or as short as you would like to, but you will need to check opening and closing times.

Welcoming warm spaces around Watford

Below, you will see a list of the welcoming spaces around Watford, their opening times, location and what they may serve for free.

You can find out more information via the Watford Council website. 

Some spaces offer tea, coffee and food including soup, sandwiches and cakes.

The Barn on Watford House Lane offers warm food that is provided by Akshaya Patra along with board games, books and puzzles.

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At the WCH Lunch Club, open on Wednesdays, you can enjoy a free jacket potatoes and refreshments.

Some spaces also have free wifi for anyone to use, with West Watford Community Centre offering free hot drinks and wifi available.

Elsewhere, if you have young children, you can visit Luther Blissett Hub on Thursday mornings for pre-school free play and stay sessions along with hot drinks and snacks.