Morven Park

The story of Morven Park begins as early as the 14th century. The medieval town of Potters Bar - on the edge of Hertfordshire - was the site of a toll along the Great North Road. The remains of this original settlement; the toll house and the old Great North Road are buried beneath Morven’s grounds.

Morven was donated to the National Trust by a Mr A.B. Sanderson in two parts - the first 20 acres in 1928 and the rest of the park - including the house - in 1934.

Mr Sanderson’s wishes were very clear 'that Morven be used for some local benefit such as a Cottage Hospital or Library, and if let for some such purpose the rent received be used for upkeep of the house, the park and play grounds'.  In-keeping with this, the house is currently a care home (not open to visitors). The park itself is open daily for everyone to enjoy.