From an England and Arsenal star to a singer, plenty of big names have called it home.

With countryside on the doorstep and direct trains into London, it is easy to see the appeal.

Here’s what makes this affluent commuter village such a sought-after place to live.

Why Brookmans Park is a celebrity hotspot

Brookmans Park has been home to a host of celebrities.

England and Arsenal footballer Bukayo Saka, singers Alexandra Burke and Tulisa Contostavlos have all called the affluent commuter village home.

Tracey Thorn, of Everything But The Girl, also grew up in Brookmans Park.

She wrote a book, Another Planet: A Teenager in Suburbia, about her experiences growing up in the village.

Tulisa Contostavlos rented the Edge House on Kentish Lane until 2014, when it reportedly sold for £4.2 million.

Brookmans Park has long been considered a desirable place to live.

Surrounded by countryside, the village offers a rural lifestyle with amenities close at hand.

The village expanded rapidly from the 1920s, with new houses built to accommodate families seeking a country lifestyle within commuting distance from London.

This growth was facilitated by the opening of the railway station in 1926, providing direct links to London King’s Cross.

Brookmans Park continues to attract those looking to move out of the capital, offering the best of both worlds with its excellent road links to the A1(M) and the M25.

The village is also home to Brookmans Park Golf Club, considered one of Hertfordshire’s finest golf courses.

Set in mature parkland, the club boasts a challenging 18-hole golf course and excellent clubhouse facilities.

A notable landmark near Brookmans Park is the Folly Arch, estimated to have been built in the 18th century.

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At the heart of the village is the contemporary gastropub Brookmans, a popular spot for a coffee, drink, or pub lunch.

Cock O’ the North, located nearby, is a stylish pub, complete with a Monday quiz and a private dining room.

Brookmans Park also hosts a range of popular Indian restaurants, including Raj Tandoori, as well as a Chinese and a fish and chip shop.

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