HITCHIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Hitchin is a medieval market town which is known to have existed since at least the eighth century AD, making it one of the oldest towns in Hertfordshire.
So, with over 1,000 years of history to research, Hitchin Historical Society was formed to increase and spread knowledge of this historic past, and to promote the unique nature of the town.
This site provides a showcase and archive for some of the work that members have produced since the society’s foundation in 1977
For most months of the year the society holds a members’ meeting in St Mary’s church house with a presentation on a particular topic.
The next meeting will be on
Thursday September 24th 2026
Hitchin in 50 Buildings
– an illustrated talk by Paul Rabbitts
For Church House meetings :
doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start.
Come along early for a chat and to browse the HHS library.
Tea and biscuits served after the talk.
Hitchin
Hitchin has retained much of its historic character despite enormous growth since the 1850s. It is noted for its specialist shops, busy market, the largest parish church in Hertfordshire and its attractive streets.
An interesting feature of the town is the Physic Garden (pictured) located outside the town library and maintained by the society.
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