Hemel Hempstead

American

[hem-uhl] / ˈhɛm əl /

noun

a town in W Hertfordshire, in SE England.

Hemel Hempstead British

/ ˈhɛməl ˈhɛmstɪd /

noun

a town in SE England, in W Hertfordshire: designated a new town in 1947. Pop: 83 118 (2001)

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Cummings, who had also lived in Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire, was arrested at his mother's home in Weymouth, Dorset.

From BBC • Sep. 23, 2025

Britvic, based in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, employs about 4,500 people and also produces Robinsons squash and Tango.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2025

The equipment is listed on the customs form as being made by Beck Optronic Solutions in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2024

Hertfordshire Police was called to St Mary's House, Hemel Hempstead, on Thursday after the remains were discovered by builders digging up the patio.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2024

The Midland passes through St Albans and Harpenden, with a branch to Hemel Hempstead.

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