Hitchin, Market town in North Hertfordshire, England
The town center features medieval buildings, a market square, and St Mary's Church with its prominent tower visible across different sections of the settlement.
The Domesday Book of 1086 recorded Hitchin as a Royal Manor with earthen bank fortifications constructed during the early tenth century period.
The British Schools Museum preserves a complete Lancasterian Schoolroom, presenting educational methods and materials from previous centuries to current generations.
Regular train services connect Hitchin to London and Cambridge, making it a convenient location for residents who work in these major cities.
The town maintains traditional market activities through Hitchin Markets Limited, offering various stalls for general merchandise, antiques, and local produce.
Location: North Hertfordshire
Website: http://www.hitchinherts.com/
Shares border with: Stevenage
Website: http://hitchinherts.com
GPS coordinates: 51.94700,-0.28300
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:49
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