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Hitchin (/ ˈhɪtʃɪn /) is a market town in the North Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. The town dates from at least the 7th century. It lies in the valley of the River Hiz at the north-eastern end of the Chiltern Hills. It is 16 miles (26 km) north-west of the county town of Hertford, and 35 miles (56 km) north of London.
4 days ago · His son Edward Duke of York was crowned King of England in 1461. In the same year he granted Hitchin to his mother Cicely Duchess of York for life. The reversion was granted by Henry VII to his queen Elizabeth in 1491.
In 1452 about 200 Hitchin men joined the Duke of York’s rebellious army confronting the Lancastrian King Henry VI and the town suffered in consequence. In 1461 a Lancastrian Army, including Scots and northerners inclined to loot and pillage, passed Hitchin uncomfortably close on the Icknield Way en route to fight the Yorkists at St Albans.
Hitchin is a historic market town in the north of Hertfordshire, four miles south-west of Letchworth Garden City. Interestingly the name 'Hitchin' was not used until the 17th century but the earliest record of a settlement here goes back 1000 years earlier, to the 7th century.
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Hitchin is an ancient English market town surrounded by the green and pleasant countryside of North Hertfordshire. It has clearly been a pleasant and prosperous place to live for thousands of years. Prehistoric finds, the proximity of the ancient Icknield Way and Roman remains all point to many millennia of continuous human settlement.
Hitchin is a charming market town filled with beautiful Architecture and stunning rural surroundings. The town has been around since the 12th century, and its historic buildings and landmarks give it an interesting and timeless feel.
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Nestled in the heart of Hertfordshire, this picturesque village offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. From delightful local shops and cozy cafes to scenic trails and cultural attractions, Hitchin has something to captivate every visitor.
