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More conventional, modern building. Home to local amateur group as well as professional productions.
The Queen Mother Theatre is a modern purpose-built theatre located on Walsworth Road in Hitchin in Hertfordshire. Named after Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, the theatre offers a varied programme of amateur productions. It is the home of the local performing group the Bancroft Players and the critically acclaimed Big Spirit Youth Theatre founded in 1984 and which included the actor Ben Whishaw among its members.
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Sometimes nicknamed "Hitchin Cathedral"
The largest parish church in the county and has two side chapels. Worth seeing in its own right as well as for the small shops along the paths surrounding the churchyard
In a rare and historic complex of buildings dating back to 1837, the museum tells the story of elementary education from 1810. Also includes the restored Victorian Headmaster's House.
Complete historic pharmacy preserved. The adjoining Physic Garden contains many plants once used medicinally - some poisonous.
Unbelievably small theatre off Sun St. Varied (professional) repertoire, see local posters.
Outdoor swimming pool
Rare survivor of the 'Lido' style