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| The Hitch-hiker's Guide to Watford | |
| By employee2-4601 | ||||||
| 12 April 2005 | ||||||
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I completed a creative writing course at the end of 2004. One of the pieces I had to write was a travel piece. I chose to write a piece about Watford, where I lived before moving to Yorkshire. Hope it works! The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to Watford
For the average hitch-hiker, Watford does not immediately present an attractive aspect. However, underneath the grime and pollution, you will find a vibrant centre of local society. Whilst it lacks some of the more obvious attractions, it can certainly be said that once you arrive, you'll find it hard to leave- though for a hitch-hiker this might be a simple case of not having enough for the bus fare. Watford slumps on either side of the river Colne, whose scum-infested waters flow lazily down towards London. Its main attractions are as follows; shops, pubs, cafes and more shops. Any football addicts should also note that Vicarage Road stadium is usually open for brief tours when no matches are being played. The only other attraction that doesn't fit in the above categories is the Palace theatre. This relatively small building nestles snugly between shops on either side. Its ornate façade has been re-painted and re-built numerous times in the past decade. There are few nights when there isn't some type of performance on and ticket prices are usually quite reasonable. As I previously mentioned, the major features of the busy streets are shops. You name it and someone will probably sell it. On every other day of the week, the market becomes a hive of activity where you will find scrupulous locals attempting to flog their wares to all and sundry. The dominant building in the town is the Harlequin shopping centre. This massive building has changed many times over the years, yet it manages to retain the same exterior façade. My advise to any hitch-hikers is to keep a close eye on your money (not because of crime, but because it's very difficult to escape without buying something). Incidentally, for those who wish to know, the police station can be found in the aptly-named Shady Lane.
Moving on from the sights, sounds and smells of the town, we must come to accommodation. As your average hitch-hiker is unable to afford a five-star hotel (added to the fact that Watford doesn't even have two-star hotels), there are the following options in order of expense;
I would hastily recommend the second option as it carries the least risk to your wallet and health. Of course, if you are fortunate, there is always the possibility of lodging with a friend or relative. Next, of course comes the question of where to eat. My preference, when I have enough money, (and if it's still there) is the ‘Café Moda' in the Harlequin's branch of Westgate. However, as a hitch-hiker you can't beat a pack of sandwiches and a can from the nearest newsagent. Finally, transport around the town comes in four formats;
There is little else that I can say about Watford, except enjoy your stay!
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