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About Hemel Hempstead
Much of Hemel Hempstead's early history remains blissfully untouched in the quaint area of the Old Town, its original centre. It is home to the church of St Mary, built in 1140, one of the finest remaining examples of Norman architecture in the county.
The significant expansion of the town began after World War II, when it was designated as one of the proposed New Towns, to house the displaced population of London after the Blitz. By 1951 there was a waiting list of 10,000 wishing to move to the area. New developments surrounded the original town on all sides, and a proposal for Hemel's famous Plough or 'Magic' Roundabout was accepted.
Hemel Hempstead continues to expand and redevelop. The Marlowes Shopping Centre has recently been supplemented by the new Riverside complex, and the town's tallest building, once the Kodak headquarters, is to be developed into apartments. Use this page to discover more about the town, from current community news, council projects and entertainment, to local attractions and history.
Approved local websites for Hemel Hempstead
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Here is our pick of local websites for Hemel Hempstead. All the available websites are in handy categories, so explore the list on the left-hand side to find exactly what you need. These sites have been manually selected and approved - this is so we can guarantee genuine relevance.
Dacorum Borough Council
Current news and information regarding government projects in departments such as Community and Living, Environment, and Leisure and Culture. Search for jobs and businesses, view planning applications and make payments online.
www.dacorum.gov.uk
1 more in Council & Government Authorities
Hemelweb's Guide to Hemel Hempstead
A guide to Hemel Hempstead promoting the very best the town has to offer by providing a variety of information on local clubs, organisations, schools, and businesses. Plus details of shops, bars and restaurants and a calendar of forthcoming local events.
www.hemelweb.demon.co.uk
3 more in Local Community
Hemel Old Town
Your essential guide to what's happening at pubs, clubs, restaurants and other businesses in the Old Town, Hemel Hempstead, updated weekly.
www.hemeloldtown.info
Filed in Tourism & Guides
Rotary Club of Hemel Hempstead
Rotary International is the world's largest service organisation for business and professional people, with 1.2 million members in more than 150 countries world-wide. Visit the Hemel Hempstead club for more information.
www.zyworld.com
2 more in Sport, Leisure & Clubs
Hemel Today Newspaper Online
Current news, sport and features brought to you by The Gazette Newspaper. With employment, property and business directories and a diary of local events.
www.hemeltoday.co.uk
Filed in Newspapers & Magazines
