Bayford, Hertfordshire

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St Mary's Church, Bayford
St Mary's Church, Bayford

Bayford is a village and civil parish in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 435. The village is about three miles south of Hertford, and is served by Bayford railway station.

Bayford has won 'best kept village' awards in previous years and is renowned for being a place of beauty.

Bayford contains a local primary school: Bayford (C of E) VC Primary School. The local public house, The Baker Arms, is in the heart of the village with a thriving trade, serving home cooked foods and real ales. It comes highly recommeded from many customers and welcomes all.

Every two years the village holds a Village Gardens Day in which many of the large houses in the village open up their gardens to the public. This event is considered by villagers as a joyious event which helps to put Bayford on the map.

Coordinates: 51°45′N 0°06′W