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Cotswold Outdoor The UK's leading outdoor retailer. We are pleased to confirm that this store has reopened. We can’t wait to see you again.

For your safety we recommend booking an appointment for personalised advice, kit recommendations, and in-store services. In line with government advice and best practice, we have introduced some new processes and policies to help protect you and us too. When visiting this store, we ask that you please:

- Don’t visit if you have symptoms

- Queue when the store is at capacity

- Follow the one-way system

- Keep a 2-metre distance

- Follow recommended hygiene practices

- Pay by card

06/09/2026

With summer winding down, what last minuet trips are you planning before the weather gets wetter/cooler? 🍂

The summer may be coming to and end, but who is ready to get out in some proper weather in some technical gear 🙋
02/09/2026

The summer may be coming to and end, but who is ready to get out in some proper weather in some technical gear 🙋

31/08/2026

Ready to pole-ish your technique?
Sameed shares a few simple tips to help you get more from your walking poles.
Part of our BMC 🤝 Cotswold Outdoor Hill Skills Series.

28/08/2026

the Yeti cooler is great, but what are you keeping in yours? 🤔

26/08/2026

3 people. 3 tents. Which one’s for you? The Vaellus 3 keeps things light for hikes and treks, the Kanha 3 is built for comfy campsite and festival stays, while the Kakadu 3 gives you more space, storage and easy access. So, which one are you taking? 👇

24/08/2026

Thinking about your first multi-day hike? There's nothing like waking up in wild spaces so Sameed shares top tips for getting started in our BMC 🤝 Cotswold Outdoor Hill Skills Series.

Welcome back, rain. We missed you. ❤️
21/08/2026

Welcome back, rain. We missed you. ❤️

19/08/2026

🥾 After a long day, your feet sometimes need a little bit of extra care. So once the boots come off, you need to have something easy to grab, and comfortable to wear.

The. big question though, are we doing socks and sandals?

17/08/2026

Packing smarter = hiking happier.
Where should the heavy stuff go? Sameed runs you through top tips for packing in the first episode of our BMC 🤝 Cotswold Outdoor Hill Skills Series.

12/08/2026

🌒 This evening, the UK's biggest partial solar eclipse in decades will transform our skies.

With up to 95% of the Sun covered in some western parts of the UK, it's a rare chance to experience one of nature's greatest shows.

Find an open viewpoint, check the forecast, bring certified eclipse glasses and don't forget to look up.

📍 Where will you be watching from?

This store is open again and we’re excited to see you face-to-face again. Visit us in-store to find quality kit from the...
12/04/2021

This store is open again and we’re excited to see you face-to-face again. Visit us in-store to find quality kit from the best brands, and our experts who can’t wait to share their knowledge and prepare you for your adventures.

Book an in-store appointment: https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/stores/watford.html

To wrap up with a bang, we're pleased to announce the latest live session in Cotswold Outdoor's Happier Outside series...
26/05/2020

To wrap up with a bang, we're pleased to announce the latest live session in Cotswold Outdoor's Happier Outside series - taking places this Wednesday, 27th May at 6pm. This week we welcome writer, microadventurer and The North Face ambassador Alastair Humphries who will be introducing us to the concept of microadventures and sharing advice on how to find and experience micro-adventures on your doorstep.

Happier Outside was created to explore novel ways to get outdoors and reconnect with nature even during these times of social distancing. We hope you are looking forward to hearing from Al and if you should have questions for him to answer, please let us know in the comments below, or instead ask him during the live stream on Wednesday.

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161-165 High Street
Watford
WD172ET

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9:30am - 6pm
Saturday 9:30am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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