Watford's LGBT Pub in Hertfordshire / straight friendly, we cater for everyone whether it's a birthday or a funeral.
We are a well established GAY venue in Watford, Herts. We are extremely friendly and good fun. Friday & Saturday nights are party nights with good loud music. Come and join us, we look forward to seeing you soon.
The Load of Hay is a well established GAY friendly bar. We have been there for over 20 years and we pride ourselves on our friendliness, great quality food and embrace everyone. We have a lovely beer garden at the back with heaters and cover. A little oasis in Watford Heath.
Promoted by
The Load of Hay is a Watford Jewel that has become a second home for me and my partner since we moved to the area. The atmosphere, the customers, the staff and especially the landlady Julie are what makes this pub an absolute joy and treasure in the local area. Supporting your local businesses are important, and the Load of Hay is the family pub that will always look after you. So many fun events to attend including Karaoke night and Blankety Snatch. If you haven't been to the Hay yet, then make sure you put it on your radar when you're next in the area and say hello to everyone!
Visited last Sunday for lunch with friends food was delicious and great service will go again & highly recommend
Visited whilst visiting family as its one of their regular places. Was amazing service made to feel super welcome. Food was delicious! Will definitely return if and when back in the area!
Not the same "Vibe" I experienced the last time I visited, way black in 2013. The the place rocked. It was very "quiet" the live music was great , but overpoweringly loud for a smallish bar area , and you really struggled to hear someone speak to you! Not really any "Gay People there either! The Staff were lovely, engaging and warm. Will give it another chance possiblly a Saturday to see if it's different then , and hopefully better than Friday Night experience.
In a landscape of chain pubs and identikit eateries the Load of Hay was a pleasant surprise. The Sunday roast (order your beef medium rare if you want medium) was tasty, great value, and came with a solid selection of vegetables. And £15 for a bottle of Malbec was very reasonable too. Would go again next time I’m in Watford.
Sorry, we don't have any current events or offers for this pub.
Sorry, we don't have any current news or jobs for this pub.
Opening Times
| Mon | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Tue | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Wed | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Thur | 11:00 – 23:30 |
| Fri | 11:00 – 00:30 |
| Sat | 11:00 – 00:30 |
| Sun | 11:00 – 22:30 |
Sorry, we don't have any menus listed at the moment.
Oxhey, Watford, WD19