10 Free Things to do in Hitchin That You Shouldn't Miss

November 1, 2021 Janette Largent

Hitchin (/ˈhɪtʃɪn/) is a market town in the North Hertfordshire District in Hertfordshire, England, with an estimated population of 33,350.
Restaurants in Hitchin

1. Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery

Fairclough Hall Farm Halls Green Halls Green, Hitchin SG4 7DP England +44 1462 790565 [email protected] http://www.hkjewellery.co.uk
Excellent
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5.0 based on 51 reviews

Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery

Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery is one of the UK's leading bespoke jewellery companies. Founded in 1998, it is headquartered in an award-winning refurbished Tudor barn in the North Hertfordshire village of Halls Green, incorporating a design studio, coffee shop, workshop and showroom. In addition, a retail showroom and design studio can be found in Green Street, central Cambridge and Regent’s Park Road, Primrose Hill. Recognised as an innovative and industry leading company, Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery was selected as one of the first 20 companies worldwide to hold a Fairtrade gold licence. It was also selected as the Fairtrade Foundation's choice of ‘luxury bespoke jeweller’. Membership of the Responsible Jewellery Council soon followed and the business was the first independent to be certified by both organisations.

Reviewed By laurabrown2404

My now husband first visited HK bespoke jewellery back in 2016 when he met Tom. He designed a unique personal ring to my husbands specification using some stones out of a ring my Nan had given me. The ring is perfect and I love it. When the time had finally come for us to organise our wedding rings, we headed back to HK bespoke jewellery.This time we were introduced to Alec, again we had a couple of rings that I had been given from my Nan and was hoping to use. Alec managed to incorporate everything I asked for and he designed a ring to go around my engagement ring so they would become one. He went above all my expectations and absolutely love it. My husband was also over the moon with his and they even put in some of his fathers ashes into his ring, so we now have perfect rings all with our own sentimental value. I would like to say a massive thank you to Tom and Alec for there patience, professionalism, knowledge and amazing customer service. I can not recommend HK bespoke jewellery enough, and we will definitely be back in the future.

2. Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve

Mill Lane, Stotfold, Hitchin SG5 4NU England +44 1462 734541 [email protected] http://www.stotfoldmill.com
Excellent
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Good
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4.5 based on 147 reviews

Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve

Water Mill, Museum, and Nature Reserve. A working watermill with a collection of historic rural objects, open to the public on most Sundays during the summer usually free admission unless there is a special event. The adjacent Nature Reserve and car park is open most days of the year.

Reviewed By Wunderhorse - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Lovely family day out with some interesting things to see. Enjoyed the cafe cake and drinks too. Well priced.

3. St Mary's Church

Church House Churchyard, Hitchin SG5 1HR England +44 1462 432951 [email protected] http://www.stmaryshitchin.co.uk
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4.5 based on 42 reviews

St Mary's Church

Parish Church of St Mary's, Hitchin. Church of England, Anglican.

Reviewed By therichastill - Stevenage, United Kingdom

St Mary's Church is located on the edge of the river next to Hitchin Market. There are lots of nice views of the church from the riverside so make sure you take time to enjoy the scenery. You can go in the church under normal circumstances and the grounds are open to walk around and explore the gravestones. Well worth visiting if you are in the area.

4. Beer Shop

30-32 Hermitage Road, Hitchin SG5 1BY England +44 1462 337440 http://beershophq.uk/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 21 reviews

Beer Shop

5. North Hertfordshire Museum

Brand Street, Hitchin SG5 1JE England +44 1462 474554 [email protected] http://www.northhertsmuseum.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

North Hertfordshire Museum

North Hertfordshire Museum brings together the collections from the former Letchworth and Hitchin Museums, and illustrates life in the area from prehistory to the present day, with thousands of fascinating objects, and cutting edge interactive displays. The displays include paintings by the Camden Town artists Spencer Gore and William Ratcliffe; a Victorian pharmacy, and rare football items, including Bert Trautmann’s neckbrace and Stanley Matthews’ boots. If you are interested in art, archaeology, natural history, local history or military history, this is the museum for you. We have a superb new Learning Centre for workshops and activities, and a well-appointed Local Studies Centre. There is also a café serving freshly prepared food, and Fair Trade coffee and tea.

Reviewed By C6645CArebeccab - Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Great to have such a brilliant museum on our doorstep. Interesting displays with interactives for the children (and the adults). Also, a temporary exhibition that changes regularly, at the moment it is beautiful prints by Rembrandt. We had some delicious cake from the cafe and so many goodies to buy from the shop. Not to be missed!

6. The Cock Pub

8 High Street, Hitchin SG5 1BH England +44 1462 434673 http://www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/hertfordshire/cock/?utm_source=g_places&utm_medium=locations&utm_campaign=
Excellent
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4.0 based on 20 reviews

The Cock Pub

7. The Coopers Arms

81 Tilehouse Street, Hitchin SG5 2DY England +44 1462 459497 http://www.mcmullens.co.uk/coopersarms
Excellent
44%
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4.0 based on 16 reviews

The Coopers Arms

8. The Raven - Hexton

Hexton, Hitchin SG5 3JB England +44 1582 881209 [email protected] http://www.emeryinns.com
Excellent
36%
Good
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3.5 based on 316 reviews

The Raven - Hexton

Reviewed By Melbags

We stopped here on our way back from Wrest Park and had the most fabulous dinner. I had the vegetarian Thai curry and my partner had the Cajun chicken burger. Both dishes were packed full of flavour and generous portions. Would not hesitate to stop here again if we are passing. Love coming across little gems like this pub is! Highly recommend it.

9. Hitchin Market

Biggin Lane, Hitchin SG5 1AB England 014620456202 http://www.hitchinmarkets.co.uk
Excellent
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3.5 based on 51 reviews

Hitchin Market

10. The Victoria Hitchin

1 Ickleford Road, Hitchin SG5 1TJ England +44 1462 432682 [email protected] http://www.thevictoriahitchin.com/
Excellent
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 12 reviews

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