Discover the best things to do in Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Local attractions near the Green Man
If you find yourself visiting the friendly Green Man pub, you’re in for a real treat. The local area of Hitchin is brimming with diverse attractions – from floral delights and elegant stately homes to fascinating museums and wonderful walking areas.Whether you’re visiting this lovely corner of Hertfordshire just for the day or an entire week, you’ll have plenty of activities and attractions to add to your agenda. Ready for some inspiration? Let’s take a little look at some of the best things to do in Hitchin and beyond.
Hitchin Lavender
Close your eyes and get ready to inhale the sweet scent of soothing lavender. This well-known flower farm and museum is easily one of the best things to do in Hitchin – especially if you visit between June and August when the fields are in full bloom.
Discover the area’s vast lavender-growing history in the resident museum, before heading out to the main field to pluck your own keepsakes. There’s also a display field full of different lavender varieties, plus a pick-your-own sunflower field that’s open between August and September.
Afterwards, join us at the Green Man if you’re looking for pubs near Hitchin Lavender – we’re right down the road.
Standalone Farm
Whether you’re travelling as a family or simply love animals, an afternoon spent at Standalone Farm is always a hit. This small working farm sits in nearby Letchworth and offers the chance to meet all kinds of farmyard creatures up close.
Say hello to the resident Kune Kune pigs, Cilla and Sue, or venture to the farm’s alpaca field to meet Polo. Standalone Farm also has a delightful woodland trail to meander through if you fancy stretching your legs. There’s even a programme of special events for kids if you’re visiting with little ones in tow.
From seasonal activities like Easter egg hunts to talks from experts on creepy crawlies, this is one of the best family-friendly things to do in Hertfordshire.
Knebworth House
Want to tick off one of the top things to do in Hertfordshire? Make your way to the idyllic village of Knebworth. It’s home to the striking Knebworth House – one of England’s most prestigious Tudor mansions, that has also been featured in countless films and TV shows over the years.
Knebworth House was famously the home of the Victorian politician and novelist Edward Bulwer Lytton, who just so happened to host Charles Dickens on more than one occasion. Take some time to explore the house’s ornate interiors, including the remarkable Jacobean banqueting hall.
And if you’re on the lookout for pubs near Knebworth House, book a table at the Green Man, where you’re guaranteed a warm welcome every time.
North Hertfordshire Museum
Any history buff will want to put this museum on their agenda. You’ll find it right next door to Hitchin Town Hall and just a five-minute drive from the Green Man pub. It’s the ideal place to go to learn about the area’s heritage, with displays that delve into Hertfordshire’s long history.
North Hertfordshire Museum is split into three main exhibitions, each offering fascinating insights into local stories, local pastimes, and how the region’s environment has changed over thousands of years. It’s free to visit and a lovely little venue to spend an hour to two before exploring some of the other things to do in Hitchin.Oughtonhead Common
If you’re blessed with a sunny day, a walk on Oughtonhead Common is one of the best things to do in Hitchin. The leafy nature reserve sits on the northern fringes of the town and is bursting with wonderful wildlife. Wander down its well-marked trails that meander through woodland and meadows, and past tinkling streams.
Like the Green Man, Oughtonhead Common is dog-friendly if you’re bringing your pet along. Just keep an eye out for the common’s resident cattle though, including pretty English Longhorns and furry Highland cows.