Hertford is the county town of Hertfordshire, it has a population of 24,180. Hertford’s landmarks include the remains of a castle, several late and mid 19th century churches and a purpose-built Quaker Meeting House. Hertford is twinned with Evron, France; Hartford, Connecticut, USA and Wildeshausen, Germany. Trivia surrounding Hertford include the band Deep Purple’s formation in Hertford, Harry Potter star Rupert Grint comes from Hertford and Hertford has been a chosen EastEnders location for two high-profile storylines.