Welcome to Hitchin

Hitchin is a historic market town located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. The town is known for its picturesque streets, charming architecture, and vibrant community. Hitchin has a rich history that dates back to the 7th century, and it has been an important center of trade and commerce for centuries. Today, the town is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a range of attractions and activities.

One of the most notable features of Hitchin is its beautiful architecture. The town is home to a number of historic buildings, including St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. Other notable landmarks include the Market House, which was built in the 17th century, and the Old Town Hall, which dates back to the 19th century. Hitchin's streets are also lined with charming shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a great place to explore and relax.

In addition to its historic charm, Hitchin is also a vibrant and dynamic community. The town hosts a range of events and festivals throughout the year, including the Hitchin Festival, which features live music, theater, and dance performances. Hitchin is also home to a number of sports clubs and facilities, including a cricket club, a rugby club, and a swimming pool. With its rich history, beautiful architecture, and lively community, Hitchin is a town that has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Fog

Temp: 3.1°C

Feels Like: 0.3°C

Wind: 6.5 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Hitchin Boys School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Fergal Moane	Grammar School Walk Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1JB 01462432181 School Website
Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Brind	Gaping Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2JQ 01462456737 School Website
Wilshere Dacre Junior Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Smith	Fishponds Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1NS 01462459215 School Website
Highbury Infant School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Avey	Standhill Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9AG 01462630500 School Website
York Road Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Diane Frainer	York Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1XA 01462459127
Hitchin Girls School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs James Crowther	Highbury Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RS 01462621300 School Website
Oughton Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Clayton	Mattocke Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2NZ 01462450716 School Website
St Andrews Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Hitchin Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Deborah Fenn	Benslow Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RD 01462459160 School Website
Whitehill Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Mills	Whitehill Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9HT 01462621313 School Website
Strathmore Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Howes	Old Hale Way Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1XR 01462459558 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hitchin Walsworth Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9UL 0.87 Miles

Letchworth Garden City Station Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3AN 3.14 Miles

Stevenage Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1XT 4.54 Miles

Baldock Station Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5BU 5.04 Miles

Arlesey Old Oak Close, Arlesey, Bedfordshire, SG15 6XA 5.38 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Executive Airport Cars 01462 612607 3A Nuns Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1EP 0.05 Miles
Airport Taxis 07761 706345 3A Nuns Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1EP 0.05 Miles
Easy Limos 07766 687117 High Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1BH 0.10 Miles
Boxall Taxis Ltd Hitchin 01462 433333 30A Nightingale Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1QU 0.52 Miles
Cabstar 0800 052 2152 37 Periwinkle Lane, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1TZ 0.59 Miles
Town Taxis 01462 423242 Unit 4/Dog Kennel Farm/Charlton Rd, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 2AB 0.61 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01462 440909 23 North Pl, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 2NW 0.62 Miles
Tinys Taxis Hitchin 01462 888888 Desmond Court, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1RD 0.69 Miles
Castle Taxis 01462 432666 Unit 6/North End Business Centre/Bury Mead Rd, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1RT 0.89 Miles
A Class Taxis 01462 422228 33 Highover Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0RG 1.18 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Brand Street Sg5 1Jn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hitchin Post Office Sg5 1Bq Collection Today available until:12:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bedford Road Sg5 1Hf No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Place Sg5 1Dr Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Charlton Road Sg5 2Aj No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Place Left Sg5 1Dr Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
West Hill Road Sg5 2He No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Limes Sg5 2An No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bancroft Sg5 1La Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Portmill Lane Meter/Parcel Box Sg5 1Dj Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Portmill Lane A (Left) Sg5 1Dj Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Portmill Lane Sg5 1Dj Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hollow Lane Sg4 9Sb No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Street Sg5 2Df No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lavender Way Sg5 2Ls No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hertfordshire Special Allocation Scheme 0333 2001220	The Treatment Centre 39 Portmill Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1DJ
Orford Lodge	100 Bancroft Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1ND
Courtenay House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Courtenay House Bancroft Court Hitchin SG5 1LH
Courtenay House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Courtenay House Bancroft Court Hitchin SG5 1LH
Courtenay House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Courtenay House Bancroft Court Hitchin SG5 1LH

Local Stores

Symonds Green
1 Filey Close
Symonds Green
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2JW
01438 355541
Store Website
3.57 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Nightingale
Euro Garages
Nightingale Road
Hitchen
SG5 1RQ
01462 455226
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Berry House Veterinary Practice
41 Nightingale Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1RE 01462 451500 info@berryhousevets.co.uk Website 0.62 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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phones from 8.30am-7pm
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phones from 8.30am-7pm
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phones from 8.30am-7pm
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phones from 8.30am-2pm
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Hitchin Veterinary Surgery
St. Ibbs Farm London Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7NL 01462 436963 info@hitchinvets.co.uk Website 1.81 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Phone lines are open between 8.30am - 6.00pm
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Letchworth Veterinary Centre
Norton Way North Letchworth Garden City Hertfordshire SG6 1BS 01462 685882 enquiries@letchworthvets.co.uk Website 3.59 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Letchworth Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Cotton Brown Retail Park Jubilee Road Letchworth Hertfordshire SG6 1UP 01462 481010 4.15 miles


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Henlow Veterinary Centre
22 Bedford Road Lower Stondon Bedfordshire SG16 6EA Website 4.29 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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24hr Emergency Service
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Sat	09:00	12:00
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Companion Care (Stevenage) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 1 The Firs Fairlands Way Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 1FZ 01438 747 646 stevenage@companioncare.co.uk Website 4.45 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Oughtenhead Common
A Huge Expanse Of Fields And Protected Nature Reserves. There Is A Small Car Park Which Would Fit Around 6-8 Cars At The Start Of The Playing Field Then Many Turnstiles On To Various Difference Tracks. Some Ponds, Chalk Pits And River Areas. A Great All Rounder! Oughtonhead Nature Reserve Pirton 1.23 miles

Location what3words gladiators.parading.already

Wymondley Wood
Lovely Walk Around The Woods. Leads On To The Fields At The Back For Futher Exploring. Track Down To The Wood Is Very Bumpy And It Is Single Track. The Car Park Is Small And It Can Get Very Busy With Walkers. Wymondley Wood Letchworth GARDEN CITY 2.02 miles

Location what3words stacks.quench.finger

Deacons Hill
Beautiful Walk With Lots Of Birds, Cattle And Very Hilly. The Place Has Free Parking And Has Some Spectacular Views. Hitchin Lancashire 3.12 miles

Location what3words disengage.ends.camp

Deacon Hill Pegdson
Hitchin Rd Hitchin Lancashire SG5 3JT 3.73 miles Live And Let Live Pub

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Weston Hills Nature Reserve
There Are Many Paths Throughout Although Some Are Steep. The Site Is Carefully Managed To Keep A Mixed Habitat And Encourage Wildlife To Flourish. There Is A Forest Walk Which Leads To Fields At The Back. Some Of The Hills Are Steap But There Are Clear Paths And They Are Maintained. Car Park Is Off Chalk Hills. It Is Very Small Car Park. 87 Beechwood Cl Baldock Lancashire SG7 6LX 4.55 miles

Location what3words plank.meal.scales

Letchworth Garden City
A 13.6 Mile Circular Trail Surrounding Letchworth Garden City, Offering The Chance To Discover Letchworth's Beautiful Countryside. Follow The Garden City Greenway Route, With 60 Green Circled Waymarkers Positioned At Points Around The Greenway, Including Radwell Meadows Country Park. SG6 1AN 4.85 miles Letchworth Garden City Is Situated In North Hertfordshire, 38 Miles From The Heart Of London And 29 Miles From The Centre Of Cambridge. The Town Centre Is Easily Accessible From Junction 9 Of The A1(M), Which Is Just A 22 Minute Drive From Junction 23 (South Mimms) Of The M25.

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.5°C	-19.2°C	-19.8°C	-20°C	-18.5°C	-15.3°C	-11.8°C	-10.2°C	-10.6°C	-12.8°C	-15.5°C

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Temp	-10.1°C	-9.7°C	-8.8°C	-7.6°C	-6.3°C	-3.7°C	0.1°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
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