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Rickmansworth Area Guide
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Discover the regional highlights, chosen by your local Savills team
Welcome to Rickmansworth Situated in Hertfordshire on the cusp of Greater London, this area is renowned for great transport links for in and around London yet having the benefit of some beautiful countryside to enjoy, perfect for the commuter looking for a ‘quality’ lifestyle.
Rickmansworth has a bustling high street with many cafés, restaurants, public houses and shops. With a local library and theatre, it offers a perfect blend of modern amenities whilst retaining a village feel. The area has excellent schools, both private and state and is surrounded by the smaller rural villages of Chorleywood, Sarratt, Chipperfield, Chenies and Croxley Green.
Period cottages from the Victorian and Edwardian era can be found in the town centre and a large stock of Metroland houses dating from the 1930s are situated nearby, many within easy walking distance of the railway station.
Sue Trybus’ favourite local restaurant is Maurizzio’s, situated in heart of the town centre. “Maurizzio’s prepare one of the best sirloin steaks delivered with a fun and first class service!”. Meanwhile, Julian Clark says the ever popular gastro pub at Scotsbridge Mill , towards Croxley Green offers a beautiful setting and superb family atmosphere.
Maurizzio’sThis easy going Italian eatery in central Rickmansworth offers Sicilian specialities as well as traditional Italian food.
Scotsbridge Mill Traditional public house and fine dining restaurant with the added charm of its own working mill.
The Feathers A traditional pub with warm wooded interiors, leather sofas and an open fire. The inviting garden offers table service and outside heating with blankets!
The Coach& Horses A lively public house in the heart of Rickmansworth offering a varied menu with locally sourced products and a great atmosphere!
Local restaurants
The CricketersSARRATTTraditional pub restaurant in historic surroundings, serving fresh food, cask ales and wine.
“Rickmansworth offers a perfect blend of modern amenities whilst retaining a village feel.”
As well as the smaller shops offered in Rickmansworth town centre, Watford’s intu shopping complex is a short drive away, with a multitude of shops for any occasion. Surrounding the intu centre are several retail parks which are home to competitive furniture and lifestyle outlets.
Cinnamon Square An award winning master baker famous for their cinnamon square and ‘Ricky sticky buns’.
F.L. Dickens Wholesale and retail wine merchants since 1949 – offering a wide range of wines, beers and spirits with a unique style and charm.
Love FlowersNestled in Rickmansworth centre is the hidden gem, which strives to design the most imaginative, creative and inspirational bouquets and arrangements.
Tips and ToesA vintage french boutique styled beauty salon located close to Rickmansworth station.
Shopping
The well known Aquadrome offers a great children’s play area, beautiful lake and woodland for outdoors walking and relaxing. Windsurfing, sailing and canoeing lessons are often available. Moor Park and Chorleywood Golf Clubs are situated close by to Rickmansworth for Golf enthusiasts as well as a riding school in Sarratt.
The AquadromeA stunning nature reserve with two lakes used for watersports, plus play areas, wooded walks, a cafe and free parking.
Chorleywood CommonA Country Heritage Site of 200 acres of grassland and woodland, this beautiful common is treasured by locals and visitors.
The Chess Valley walkA 10 mile linear walk through the Chilterns following the sparkling waters of the River Chess from Rickmansworth to Chesham.
Chenies ManorWith its award winning gardens this historic Tudor Manor House is set in the charming village of Chenies in Buckinghamshire.
Places to visit
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We hope you have enjoyed reading about our local area. If you would like to find out any more information please contact a member of our team.
“Our decision to move to Rickmansworth was largely due to
three main factors, the proximity to our daughters’ schooling,
the ease of access / commute to central
London and its wonderful semi rural
setting and open countryside.”
Mr & Mrs C
Savills Rickmansworth notebook
71%of our buyers come from London.
1 in 3of our buyers are cash buyers.
A quarterof our tenants are corporately funded.
Over 50%of our tenants come from London.
Ryan TomsLettings01923 [email protected]
Julian ClarkResidential Sales01923 [email protected]
Sue TrybusResidential Sales01923 [email protected]
Source: Savills Research
