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Known for
The lavender fields (one of England's finest lavender farms, Hitchin Lavender), the medieval market town centre, the Church of St Mary (one of Hertfordshire's finest), and a Hertfordshire market town of real independent character
A little history
Hitchin has been a market town since the medieval period. The Church of St Mary is one of the finest medieval churches in Hertfordshire. Hitchin's lavender fields, grown since the Victorian era, create one of England's most beautiful summer landscapes.
Hitchin Lavender in July is extraordinary — rows of purple to the horizon and exceptional honey and products. The market on Tuesdays and Saturdays. The High Street for independent shopping.
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Food & drink in Hitchin
The market place and High Street have excellent independent cafes and restaurants. The lavender farm shop. Local Hertfordshire produce is good.
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Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Hitchin. Roam tells you what's open and what's worth the visit.
Independent shops
The local butchers, delis, bakeries and food shops that make Hitchin worth exploring on foot.
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Hitchin has one of Hertfordshire's strongest independent business cultures. The market and High Street support excellent independent retail and food.
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Frequently asked questions
Hitchin is a place in Hertfordshire known for the lavender fields (one of England's finest lavender farms, Hitchin Lavender), the medieval market town centre, the Church of St Mary (one of Hertfordshire's finest), and a Hertfordshire market town of real independent character. Hitchin has been a market town since the medieval period. The population is around 34,000.
The market place and High Street have excellent independent cafes and restaurants. The lavender farm shop. Local Hertfordshire produce is good.
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Roam covers Hitchin and the surrounding area in Hertfordshire, including Ickleford, Pirton, Gosmore, Wymondley, St Ippolyts, Preston, Offley and Shillington.
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