Watford residents are being reminded to check their polling station before the Mayoral and Local Elections on Thursday 7 May 2026, as some locations may have changed, especially in the Holywell ward.
You can find your polling station on your poll card or by checking here.
Polling stations will be open on Thursday 7 May from 7am – 10pm and you must bring valid photo ID to vote.
View the full list of accepted photo IDs here
If you do not an accepted form of ID, you have until 5pm on Tuesday 28 April 2026 to apply for a Voter Authority Certificate (VAC) to be used in the upcoming election.
Donna Nolan, Returning Officer and Chief Executive at Watford Borough Council, said: “The Mayoral and Local Elections are an important opportunity for residents to have their voice heard. We are asking everyone to check their poll card carefully. Some polling station locations have changed following a recent review, particularly in the Holywell ward, so its important people know where they need to go on Thursday 7 May.”
Residents who have any questions or need support can contact the Elections Team on elections@watford.gov.uk or by calling 01923 278369. You can also receive 24/7 support on Watford Borough Council’s virtual assistant Watbot.
