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The Impact of Perinatal Anxiety
dwife and health visitor appointments to so they can check on your wellbeing, and flag any warning signs of postnatal depression, as you navigate those early weeks of motherhood.
Perinatal Anxiety
However, what isn’t given as much focus is pe... Read more
Audley End Miniature Railway Easter Special
dwash area, as well as plenty of seating, both outdoors and undercover, so it's great for grabbing a coffee while the kids play.
We then headed to watch The Mad Hatter Show, which was brilliant! Effortlessly entertaining both the adults and childr... Read more
Decorating plates at Potstop, Knebworth
If your kids love being creative and you love displaying their creations, but you hate the mess and tidying up, then I’ve got a great idea for you!
During the Easter holidays, the boys and I were invited along to Potstop in Knebworth to pain... Read more
Checking out the new dinosaurs at Paradise Wildlife Park
dway Museum, extensive play areas and the Woodland Walk.
You then cross over to the main zoo, which has a new water feature as you enter, as well as beautiful colourful flower displays, including a bench for photo opportunities (the boys wouldn&r... Read more
Summer Craft Activities at Hobbycraft Biggleswade
In a desperate bid to entertain 5 children between us, my friend and I booked on to do Mask Making at Hobbycraft in Biggleswade last week, and I have to say...it was well worth it!
Hobbycraft stores throughout the UK are running themed craft session... Read more
Bury Lane Fun Barn and The Beach
dwich with veg sticks for little ones, which was perfect for my "currently in a really annoying fussy stage" toddler. All food from the Fun Barn kitchen must be ordered during your Fun Barn soft play session if you want to eat inside. We opted to pla... Read more
Jordan's Mill
dwich, crisps, Jordan’s cereal bar, raisins, cheese and a drink, so finding lunch to suit everyone was easy.
We had a really lovely time at Jordan’s Mill and I would definitely recommend it as a family trip- an absolute local gem that I ... Read more
Pumpkin Picking at The Patch MK
I’ve wanted to visit The Patch MK, near Milton Keynes for a while now, so when we were visiting family in Milton Keynes for my mum’s birthday this week, I asked if they’d like us to come and do a Tried and Tested review- lucky Grand... Read more
Dog-friendly places in Hitchin
During the Summer, I had a free couple of hours, so decided to head in to Hitchin with my black lab Jasper to check out just how dog-friendly Hitchin is…the answer being very! So many families in Hitchin have dogs and it’s often hard to ... Read more
A Visit From The Doorstep Elves
dworking elves need some glory too! Hidden away all year making toys for children, it’s their time to shine in the run-up to Christmas, as they take to the streets bringing joy and laughter to the doorsteps of local families.
We had a visit ... Read more
What to do if you're overdue
dway Cinema, going for out for a romantic dinner (so many options here!).
Practice relaxation
This might seem a strange idea, but it’s important that in labour, you can stay relaxed so that you produce oxytocin to keep your contractions going... Read more
My top things to do in Herts, in partnership with 'Helping Herts'
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I’m lucky enough to have Hitchin Lavender on my doorstep and it’s a favourite place for us to spend time. There’s obviously the main attraction - the huge field of lavender – which is stunning for photographs and ... Read more
Events
Repair Cafe @Hitchin Hackspace
Hackspace
Sat 5th July 2025
11:00
Throw it away? No way!
Do you have something that needs fixing?
Prefer to mend it than throw it away?
The Repair café @Hitchin Hackspace will host its next event on 5th July 2025.
Location: Hitchin Hackspace.
Pre-booking is necessary! (Send us an email at [email protected])
The Repair Cafe is run entirely by volunteers and enables members of the public to bring their damaged items for volunteers to give them a new lease of life, preventing thousands of repairable household items from going to landfill every year.
Anything that's broken (and which you can manage to carry on your own to the Repair Café) is welcome and has a good chance of getting properly repaired.
... Read more
Summer Open Fete Weekend
Shuttleworth Collection & Gardens
Sat 12th July 2025 - Sun 13th July 2025
10am - 6:30pm
Back by popular demand - join us for an unforgettable weekend with our Summer Fete at Shuttleworth on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July 2025, where we'll transform the picturesque grounds into a lively hub of entertainment and excitement for the whole family.
This year we're expanding the event to include everything Shuttleworth has to offer including the Collection and Swiss Garden, Lakeside Parkland and Shuttleworth House.
🎵 LIVE MUSIC
Let the rhythm of live music fill the air as talented musicians and bands take the stage, creating the perfect soundtrack for your summer day. Feel the beats, dance to the rhythm, and soak up the sunshine in an atmosphere charged with positive energy.
🛍️CRAFT & GIFT MARKET
Following... Read more

Race Day
Shuttleworth Collection & Gardens
Sun 5th October 2025
9am - 6pm
Strap in for an action-packed day celebrating the icons of speed both on the ground and in the air.
As we celebrate the racing skill and passion of our patron, Richard Shuttleworth, we invite you to get up close to the action.
Experience the early days of Edwardian racing as both visiting vehicles and those from our Collection take to the grass track for high-speed sprint demonstrations.
Head to the paddock to get a closer look at these classic machines. Then look to the skies as the racing aircraft take off for even more adrenaline-fuelled fun.
Discover the history of racing at the home of a true racing spirit.
Book your tickets today.

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Children's activity clubs & classes


Purposeful Fun Football Training for children and adults.
We have specialised training sessions during the week and Saturday mornings for all abilities ranging from 5-14 years old.
We have our Mini Schoolers on a Saturday and Sunday morning ranging from 2-6+ years.
With the qualifications and experience we hold we are proud to be the leading Soccer School in North Herts supporting players and their football development.
Monday 6-7PM, Wednesday 6-7PM, Thursday 6-7PM/7-8PM, Saturday 9-11AM and Sunday 8.30am-11.55AM
Dad's DWSS, Over 30's Men Thursday's 8-9p, Kingshott School, Walking Football Over 50's Saturday 11-12pm, Kingshott School, Goalkeeper Training Thursday 7-8pm, Kingshott School PLUS... Read more
Contact details:
www.dwsoccerschool.co.uk
07787 125227
Location:
Kingshott School, Stevenage Road, St Ippoylts, Hitchin, SG4 7JXOur Lady Primary School, Old Hale Way, Hitchin, SG5 1XT
Ickleford Primary School, Arlesey Road, Hitchin, SG5 3TG
Ickleford Village Hall, Arlesey Road, Ickleford, SG5 3TG
(Click address to view map)
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Lotus Midwifery - Baby Massage Course
Age: 0 - 1
Baby massage classes run from Stotfold library. The course is over 4 weeks and runs for an hour to an hour and a half.
The course is £50, with a £10 non refundable deposit. Included in this is a print out of the massage techniques, massage oil, a sensory toy and a hot drink!
Each week you add a new element so that once the course is complete you are able to... Read more
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Location:
Stotfold Library, Hallworth Drive, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4HPSession Times:
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Family Arts at Broadway Gallery
Age: 3 - 10
Our Family Arts workshops occur on the Second Saturday of every month with new guest artists each time. Come along and get creative with a range of activities, in our friendly Family Arts Studio at Broadway Gallery.
These workshops are ticketed as Pay What You Can, meaning you can choose from a range of price points to suit you. Tickets are available between... Read more
Contact details:
www.broadway-gallery.com
01462 476110
Location:
Broadway Gallery, 2 The Arcade, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3EWBroadway Gallery, 2 The Arcade, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 3EW
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Stevenage FC Foundation - Active Tots
Age: 1 - 3
Stevenage Football Club Foundation (Charity No: 1140006) is the official charity of Stevenage Football Club, which delivers a variety of sporting and educational based activities in order to help to improve the standard of living within the local community.
The Foundation's work is built around two core principles - People & Potential. We work on a number of projects with a variety of... Read more
Contact details:
stevenagefcfoundation.com
01438222222 / 07510380636
Location:
Bedwell Community Centre, Stevenage, SG1 1NAThe Oval Community Centre, Stevenage, SG1 5RD
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Stevenage Football Club Foundation (Charity No: 1140006) is the official charity of Stevenage Football Club, working to create a community where all can live an active, health and positive life.
The Foundation's work is built around two core principles - People & Potential. We work on a number of projects with a variety of partners in order to deliver work that impacts those two principles.... Read more
Contact details:
stevenagefcfoundation.com
01438 222 222
Location:
Symmonds Green Community Association, Filey Close, Stevenage, SG1 2JWSession Times:
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Education & childcare
With more than 60 years' experience, Kumon is proud to be recognised as an education provider that delivers proven academic results. Independent research by The Education Policy Institute, an evidence-based research institute, revealed that Kumon students significantly outperform their primary school peers in maths.
Classes are held in centre twice a week, with students completing... Read more
Contact details:
kumon.co.uk
07769 281928
Location:
10a, Sun Street, Hitchin, SG5 1AEI would like to extend a very warm welcome to Offley Endowed Primary School and Nursery, a small village church school serving the villages of Offley, Lilley and surrounding areas. Our school is set in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside just a little way from Hitchin. Our school motto is to 'Be all you can be' and as a school we believe passionately in supporting our children to develop all... Read more
Contact details:
www.offley.herts.sch.uk
01462 768392
Location:
School Lane, Offley, Hitchin, SG5 3ATOther businesses
Anna Fearon is a Hitchin Artist. Anna paints landscape and still life scenes in oil from life. Her inspirations are Impressionism, colour, allegory and layers. She has exhibited at Chelsea Art Society's Annual Summer Exhibition and Hertfordshire art galleries such as Broadway Gallery in Letchworth and the David Gentleman Gallery in Ware. Residing in Hitchin, she regularly... Read more
Contact details:
www.annafearonart.com
07706 196615
Location:
Based in HitchinDW Soccer School is now running dads' sessions on Thursdays at Kingshott School, Hitchin 8-9pm.
All abilities welcome- a great chance to get back into fitness, get social and have a laugh at the same time.
Get in touch for a free taster.
Contact details:
www.dwsoccerschool.co.uk
07787 125227
Location:
Kingshott School, Stevenage Road, St Ippoylts, Hitchin, SG4 7JXSATURDAY'S 11-12pm
Kingshott School, Stevenage Road, Hitchin, SG4 7JX (Outside, MUGA Pitch)
MEN AND WOMEN OVER 50's - ALL ABILITIES WELCOME
£7.50 Per Session
(10% Off training sessions if family members are already part of DWSS)
Recreational Football Fun to keep you fit and active whilst... Read more
Contact details:
www.dwsoccerschool.co.uk
07787 125227