Stevenage, Borough and administrative district in Hertfordshire, England.
Description
Stevenage is a borough and administrative district in Hertfordshire with six distinct residential neighborhoods, each featuring community facilities, parks, and local shopping centers. The town has a planned structure designed to serve residents across its different areas.
History
The area shows archaeological evidence of Roman settlement, including significant finds of silver coins and pottery near an ancient road. These discoveries indicate connections to Roman trade routes.
Culture
The Gordon Craig Theatre serves as a performance venue presenting regular music and theatrical productions. This place shapes the town's cultural life and draws audiences from across the region.
Practical
The railway station connects directly to London King's Cross and Cambridge with regular trains throughout the day. This location makes the town easily accessible from London.
Did you know?
The town was founded in 1946 as Britain's first designated New Town, created to house London's growing population after World War II. This pioneering design made it a model for future urban planning projects.
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Knebworth House
3.5 km
Six Hills
990 m
Rooks Nest House
2.8 km
Gordon Craig Theatre
1.1 km
Lytton Mausoleum
3.2 km
Church of Saint Nicholas
2.3 km
Aston Bury
3.7 km
Church of St Mary and St Thomas
3.4 km
Stevenage Clock Tower
879 m
Knebworth Woods
2.5 km
Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin
2.8 km
Church of Saint Mary
1.4 km
Church of the Holy Trinity
1.5 km
Parish Church of St Andrew and St George
669 m
Church of St Mary the Virgin
4.4 km
The Coach And Horses Inn
1.5 km
War Memorial on St Mary's Churchyard (70 Metres to East of Church)
2.9 km
Stevenage Museum
673 m
The Pig And Whistle Public House
3.1 km
Whomerley Wood moated site
303 m
The Roebuck Hotel
1.9 km
Marquis Of Lorne Public House
1.6 km
War Memorial
2.1 km
Chells Manor
2.4 km
Stevenage Central Library
864 m
Thatched Cottage
3.5 km
The Grange
2.1 km
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