Publications

The Newsletter is published twice a year for members. It typically contains information about events affecting the town and its history, news updates, news about forthcoming events and publications. The Newsletter editors are constantly seeking new input. Download the latest newsletter

We also retain historical newsletters for reference purposes. Click here to go to the Past Newsletters page

The Hitchin Journal is also published twice a year. It contains articles on Hitchin’s history as well as members’ reminiscences, research, photographs and appeals for information. It also covers the impact of current events on the town’s heritage. It is an informal medium of communication and information between members. Past copies of journals are not available but many of the articles have been brought together in a series of books. Click on the link for more background information about the journal and details of the books.

Books and multimedia publications : Since its inception, the society has had an active publications programme. We produce high-quality publications on the history of the town, its buildings and people. Samples of some of the books are available to borrow from the HHS library at the indoor meetings. Click on the link for a list of available and past publications.