Hertfordshire’s Vision for Good Growth
Hertfordshire is a thriving, ambitious and forward-thinking county. These qualities underpin our shared Vision for making our economy, communities and places even stronger and the six Missions that will deliver the widest benefits for us all. Together we can tackle some of today’s challenges and create opportunities for tomorrow.
Our Vision
- A vibrant and resilient economy that seizes the right opportunities, enabling Hertfordshire’s residents and
businesses to succeed. - Healthy, inclusive, safe and better-connected communities who thrive, and enjoy Hertfordshire’s quality of life.
- A place that grows responsibly, and celebrates its heritage, diversity, rural and green landscapes that makes Hertfordshire special.
Our Missions






Only in Hertfordshire
Elstree Studios is the birthplace of Star Wars. All eight of the Harry Potter films were filmed at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden (WBSL).
The world's very first satellite that can monitor the planet's winds called Aeolus was built in Stevenage
The world's first jet airliner was the British de Havilland DH 106 Comet, developed by de Havilland at Hatfield Aerodrome
The first modern roundabout was built in Letchworth Garden City in 1909
The oldest agricultural research station in the world, Rothamsted Research, is in Harpenden.
Hertfordshire is the home of the Garden City Movement, based on the ideas of its founder Ebenezer Howard
Stevenage was the first designated New Town in 1946
The first 18-hole golf course was built at Therfield Heath, Royston, in 1892 but evidence suggests golf was played on the Therfield chalk hills as early as 1624.
The oldest pub in the world is Ye Olde Fighting Cocks in St Albans which dates back to the eighth century.
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