Greenpeace activists protest at Dome Roundabout against drilling in the Arctic

The protestors, one of which was dressed as of the endangered bears, targeted the Shell garage on the roundabout over the corporation’s exploratory drilling in the polar region.

Police attended the demonstration, but apart from the odd car honking the it passed off peacefully.

Neil Jones, co-ordinator of the Camden Greenpeace branch which organised Saturday’s event, said it attracted a lot of attention from people in the area.

"It went very well," said Mr Jones.

"We had lots of support from passersby and lots of cars honking their horns in support.

"Loads of people came up to ask us what we were doing there."

The north Watford demonstration was part of a day action by the environmental pressure group, with over 50 similar protests happening across the UK. Greenpeace is opposed to companies drilling in the Arctic due to the risks posed to the its unique and fragile environment.

The pressure group said due to the short summer season, companies have a very small window to drill wells before the return of sea ice.

Greenpeace argues that the freezing temperatures, the unpredictable weather, and the remoteness of the drill sites pose unprecedented challenges and could lead to a spill, which would be catastrophic for the Arctic.

Following the demonstration, a Shell spokesman said: "Shell recognises that certain organisations are opposed to our exploration program offshore Alaska, and we respect the right of individuals and organisations to engage in a free and frank exchange of views about our operations.

"Recognising the right of individuals to express their point of view, we only ask that they do so with their safety and the safety of others, including the general public and Shell personnel, in mind.

"Shell has met with numerous organisations and individuals who oppose drilling offshore Alaska. We respect their views and value the dialogue. We have extended this same offer for productive dialogue to Greenpeace."