Shopping & Gifts

The Good Toy Guide was founded by child development expert Dr Amanda Gummer in 2012. Created to provide an independent, expert accreditation service for children's products, The Guide provides a trusted resource for parents and gift-givers to find truly Good Toys.

Amanda has a PhD in Neuropsychology, the Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education and over 20 years' experience working... Read more

Harvest Moon is a family run shop centered in the heart of Hitchin selling beautiful fair trade and locally sourced goods. It was set up in 1994 by Janet & Simon Jenkins to sell products promoting complementary health and sustainble living in line with their personal interests and previous work as a counsellor and lecturer. We trade with the developing world and are committed to pursuing a Fair Trade... Read more

Bar & Restaurant
At the heart of Hitchin, Hermitage Rd. is based in a historic ballroom with a rich past, hosting some of the greats such as Eric Clapton. It now lives on as a stunning restaurant and bar, with a focus on fresh, exciting food, bespoke cocktails and exquisite service.

Coffee & Bagel Bar
Hitchin's coffee lovers are in for a treat with our newly expanded shop... Read more

Hitchin Garden Centre, originally a Harkness Rose Nursery since 1959, boasts a rich legacy in British roses dating back to 1879. Elevated by the picturesque English countryside, it now is a leading garden centre in the area and offers a spacious plant area and a diverse selection of gifts and furniture. With a dedicated team of expert staff, visitors receive attentive assistance and a cheerful welcome. Relax at our Gardener's Retreat Restaurant, serving delicious meals, treats, and drinks, including a children's menu. Additionally, explore our in-store retail partners for added shopping convenience, whilst immersing yourself in Hitchin Centre's rich heritage and scenic surroundings.

Vintage clothing & home. Sustainable skincare and gifts, plastic free champion , sustainable bohemian lifestyle.

Hitchin author and mum Kathleen Whyman is a bestselling humorous women's fiction author.

She writes for all the multi-tasking, mentally-overloaded women out there, who have put themselves on the subs bench for the sake of their family and are realising that they don't have it all – they do it all!

Her books are inspired by her own struggle to juggle a career with children,... Read more

Lino & letterpress prints; made to order house portraits, sheet music prints, travel posters and Hitchin prints. Cards, calendars, mugs and bespoke prints are all available to buy direct or commission.

Make Space workshops offers creative, feel-good workshops accessible to all; the opportunity to make connections with people and nature while learning a skill such as printmaking, flower... Read more

At Local Puzzle, we're not just crafting puzzles; we're weaving stories in every piece. We're a passionate team dedicated to creating beautiful, bespoke jigsaw puzzles for adults that transcend mere entertainment - they're crafted to spread joy, (and sometimes frustration) across generations. Each 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle is a work of art, a moment of connection, and a celebration of the love for puzzling.... Read more

Frankie Mack is a Hitchin based artist and muralist specialising in bespoke murals for homes, schools and businesses. She also delivers creative workshops for parties, corporate events and community groups.

Working closely with families, schools and local businesses, Frankie creates colourful, meaningful artwork tailored to each individual space. She runs children's art workshops and... Read more

We are a bespoke business specialising in embroidery on clothing (for all ages), bags, hats etc.

We also sell handmade crochet gifts, from cuddly toys to even home accessories such as table coasters and fun, quirky iron on/ sew on motif badges.

We sell via our website or you can catch us at local market events ! We also take custom requests, so if you've got a design... Read more