Three Rivers

Three Rivers is a non-metropolitan district in Hertfordshire, England, covering a mixed landscape of residential communities and countryside. The area takes its name from three rivers—the Chess, Colne, and Gade—that flow through the region and converge near Rickmansworth.

The district was created in 1974 when several smaller local authorities merged into a single administrative unit. The rivers that define the area powered mills and small industries in the past, shaping settlement patterns and economic activity.

The district is a quiet residential area near London with distinct village communities that maintain their own character and identity. Local parks and green spaces are central to how residents spend their time outdoors.

The district has good rail connections to London through stations in several towns, making it easy to reach the capital. Roads are well-maintained throughout the area, and most attractions are easily accessible by car or local bus.

Historic paper mills in Rickmansworth and Croxley Green have been transformed into public recreational spaces rather than demolished. This reuse of industrial buildings shows how the area has adapted its heritage for modern leisure and community use.