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Known for
The medieval market town with the Knights Templar connection (the name Baldock is Arabic for Baghdad, given by the Templars), the Roman Ermine Street, and a Hertfordshire market town with a fascinating medieval heritage
A little history
Baldock was founded by the Knights Templar in the 12th century — the name derives from the Old French form of Baghdad, reflecting the Templars' connections to the Holy Land. The town sits on the Roman road Ermine Street, and has been a market centre since the medieval period.
The town centre High Street has good independent shops and cafes. The church of St Mary for the medieval architecture. The Hertfordshire countryside walking from the town.
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Food & drink in Baldock
The High Street has independent cafes and restaurants. The market for local Hertfordshire produce. Good independent food for a town of its size.
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Frequently asked questions
Baldock is a place in Hertfordshire known for the medieval market town with the Knights Templar connection (the name Baldock is Arabic for Baghdad, given by the Templars), the Roman Ermine Street, and a Hertfordshire market town with a fascinating medieval heritage. Baldock was founded by the Knights Templar in the 12th century — the name derives from the Old French form of Baghdad, reflecting the Templars' connections to the Holy Land. The population is around 12,000.
The High Street has independent cafes and restaurants. The market for local Hertfordshire produce. Good independent food for a town of its size.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Baldock and across Hertfordshire. It is available on iOS and Android.
Local Baldock businesses can list on Roam for free in around 90 seconds. Add your business name, address, opening hours and a few photos via the Roam website, and your listing goes live in Roam's discovery feed for users browsing Baldock and the wider Hertfordshire area. There is no subscription fee.
Roam covers Baldock and the surrounding area in Hertfordshire, including Clothall, Bygrave, Wallington, Hinxworth, Ashwell, Newnham, Radwell and Weston.
