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facilities & services
trains to London, it is no wonder Hitchin Station is so busy. However, if you are unfamiliar with the station it is good to know what to expect. The lifts to the platforms make life easier for buggies and wheelchairs, but bear in mind there... Read more
Articles
What is a Doula?
train as a Hypnobirthing Teacher and share this amazing birth preparation with other pregnant people. I later went on to also train as a Birth & Postnatal Doula and have never looked back. I feel unbelievably blessed and honoured to support... Read more
Top 5 Back Pain tips for parents and carers
train on your spine.
2) Find an adjustable baby stroller
Babies start of small, but the bigger and heavier they become, the more challenging it will be to transport them. Not even thinking about the extra kilos ... Read more
See what your NCT North Herts branch has to offer
trainer, the branch is here to support you on your journey through parenthood!
Without a doubt, one of the best things about the local branch is that all of the activities are open to everyone, you do not have to be an NCT member to participate. The... Read more
Top 10 LinkedIn mistakes for mums returning to work
training.
In your LinkedIn headline, you can use titles like “educator,” “trainer,” or “instructor.” These nouns do two things: they highlight your former background in teaching, and your current career goal... Read more
Shepreth Wildlife Park
train (not currently running, but hoping to be operational for Summer).
One of the great things about the wildlife park is that it’s right next to the train station (it’s practically in the car park), so it’s easy to get to by publ... Read more
Are you ready for a Jolly Good Funfest?
train tracks, animal encounters and Arts and Crafts.
Outside there were bouncy castles, a spooky trail, Halloween games, a pumpkin patch, spooky graveyard and even live performances and Meet and Greets from Princess Elsa. There was so much to do ... Read more
Audley End Miniature Railway Easter Special
train slot, so arrived at 9:15 and parked at the main car park which had an attendant to direct you and is just a couple of minutes’ walk to the main entrance. It’s a very popular attraction, so tickets should be booked in advance (you ca... Read more
Decorating plates at Potstop, Knebworth
train station. If you’re driving like we were, they have 3 spaces in front of the shop, plus there’s parking for one hour on the main road.
We arrived to a very warm welcome from Yan and Potstop owner Amy who set up the business with h... Read more
Checking out the new dinosaurs at Paradise Wildlife Park
train through the woodland, climb in to a dino egg and do your own Dino Dig in the sandpit area.
Finally, we approached the battle scene with the new Indominus Rex and T-Rex battling across the walkway- a real sight to behold, where you suddenl... Read more
Recommended activities for teenagers
Train – Drama, Dance and Singing Classes in Hitchin.
https://www.mumsguideto.co.uk/hitchin/listing.php?listingid=6
Climb Hitchin - Climb Hitchin is a charity group promoting and supporting both indoor and outdoor climbing in Hitchin and the s... Read more
A wild safari at Woburn
train ride around the park. On busy days, there may be long queues for both of these and as the boys are a bit young to happily queue, we weren't able to do them, but having them done them in the past, they’re well worth going on if you can.
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Starting School Hints and Tips
trainers, I found it easier to just buy ones to leave at school and duplicates for at home. One less thing to remember!
Photos - If you’re buying new school jumpers, it might be an idea to keep a jumper and top aside for photo day, so it&rsquo... Read more
Fruit picking and fun at Graveley Fruit Farm
train tunnel. We didn't try this out as I only had my youngest with me, but it looks great. It's £1.50 a go or 5 for £5.
Giant sandpit with shade canopy (first picture was taken before the canopy was added, but it is now shaded)
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Bury Lane Fun Barn and The Beach
train lovers, the trainline runs across the back of The Beach area- my youngest loved watching the trains go by!
As mentioned above, as part of the entrance package to include The Beach, all children aged 2-10 receive tokens each to use on the ou... Read more
Norfolk Holiday - Sheringham Park (National Trust)
train chugging along the Poppy Line of the North Norfolk Railway.
After our climb back down (with a snack stop on the way, of course), we continued cycling along the track which skirts round the woods, heading for the coast, which you can cycle ... Read more
Pumpkin Picking at The Patch MK
Train, pumpkins and food and drink. Timeslots are a set arrival time only- you can stay as long as you like (well, until closing, of course!).
There’s so much to keep the kids entertained at The Patch MK, and loads of great photo opportunities... Read more
6 hours with a 6 year old on a tourist Day in London
train tickets the day before, in case we were short on time on the day and was pleasantly surprised to find out that my son’s off-peak travel card was only £2 ('Kids for £2' train tickets are available for travel on weekends year ro... Read more
Santa's Grotto with The Snowman™ at centre:mk in Milton Keynes
train ride, sleigh ride and a Christmas Market.
Once at The Grotto entrance, we were greeted by a lovely member of staff who was brilliant at getting the boys excited and had us in stitches yelling “All aboard!” when the nearby tra... Read more
Santa Special at Summerfields' Miniature Railway
trains as a toddler, so he loved going to ride the trains and look at the miniature railway setups. There's something really special about Summerfields'- it's run by the Bedford Model Engineering Society- a group of like-minded people who are interes... Read more
The best places to meet other parents and carers in Hitchin...as recommended by you!
Train“Super friendly and because there is a focus of music, it’s not clicky or intimidating as a newbie.”More details
Sing and Sign“I met my crew at a baby massage course and then we all went on to do Sing and Sign North Her... Read more
Where to see bluebells
train station in Brookmans Park in around 20 mins or there’s a car park.More details
Ashridge EstatePerhaps one of the most well-known of the Hertfordshire bluebells woods, this sprawling National Trust estate has become so popular, they have ... Read more
Pubs in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire with play areas
train station and the pleasantly landscaped greens of the town centre, The Bakehouse is a great place to bring the kids, uncles and aunts, Nanna and Grandad: in other words, the whole crew! We have an indoor play area for toddlers, and an outside chi... Read more
My top things to do in Herts, in partnership with 'Helping Herts'
train table for little ones to play at, and an open outdoor area for the kids to run free and climb the wooden fort. In the main field there are also a number of wooden tractors to climb which the kids love, plus there’s more light refreshments... Read more
Norfolk Holiday: Miniature Worlds, Wroxham
trains and Lego and loved the look of it, so I got in touch and asked if they’d be up for us coming to do a Tried and Tested review.
Wroxham Miniature Worlds’ website says it is the largest indoor modelling attraction in the UK- str... Read more
Boo at the Zoo - A Halloween event at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
train ride, which is a paid-for activity on top of your entry fee. The whole station had been decorated with spooky things and the staff explained to the children to look out for 6 letters throughout the ride, which would be an anagram for a word tha... Read more
Olympian-led sponsorship scheme launches in North Hert
training facilities and mentoring support from Olympians and Paralympians.
Applications will open in North Herts on Monday 8 April and will close after two weeks.
Since its inception in 2016, the scheme has transformed the lives of more than 5,000 ... Read more
Events
St George and the Dragon
Chiltern Open Air Museum
Sat 20th April 2024 - Sun 21st April 2024
10am to 5pm
Come and celebrate St George's Day with a weekend of knight and dragon inspired fun.
Visit Chiltern Open Air Museum on the 20th and 21st April to celebrate the legend of St George and the Dragon! There will be skill-at-arms, arming of the knight, knight training and battles throughout the day.
At 11am, watch as St George meets the Saracen and takes part in a skill-at-arms competition and crest melee. Following this visitors will be invited to take part in a Dragon Quest Trail around the site.
At 12.30pm come and take part in some squire training.
At 2.10pm, see the arming of the knight and see how he becomes a formidable force. Once fully armored, the knights will mount... Read more
Find out more or book:
coam.digitickets.co.uk
National Superhero Day Stay & Play
Perfect Playland
Sun 28th April 2024
9:15-11:15am
Sunday 29th April 9:15-11:15am
Whats Included:
-Superhero Training
-Superhero Meet & Greet
-Photo Opportunity
-Superhero Colouring
-2 Hours Play
-Access To Cafe
To Book Please Visit Our Website
Find out more or book:
www.perfectplayland.com
Day out with Thomas
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Sun 5th May 2024
10.30am - 5pm
Peep peep! Join Thomas & Friends™ for a day of family fun by making tracks to a Day Out With Thomas™ at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, the ultimate Thomas & Friends experience.
Enjoy a ride on Thomas the Tank Engine and Percy then meet Sir Topham Hatt, Rusty & Dusty, the Station Sweepers and Trevor the Traction Engine!
They are coming all the way from the Island of Sodor for a day filled with discovery, adventure and friendship.
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch). With lots of activities running all day you can enjoy interactive re-enactments, meet Sir Topham Hatt and have your photo taken with him.... Read more
Find out more or book:
bucksrailcentre.org
Fairytale Fantasy at Audley End
Audley End Miniature Railway
Sat 25th May 2024 - Sun 2nd June 2024
Embark on a magical adventure with us this half term!
From just £14.50, dive into a world of wonder where fairies and elves come to life!
Join us for a day filled with enchantment as you:
Hop on a fairy tale themed train journey through our magical woodland!
Seek out our whimsical fairies and mischievous elves in their handmade woodland homes
Delight in bubble time
Get creative with crafts alongside our life-sized fairies and elves
Let off steam on our adventure play area
Don't miss out on this magical experience! Book your tickets now and make unforgettable memories with your loved ones this half term!
Find out more or book:
audley-end-railway.digitickets.co.uk
Dragon Adventure
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Mon 27th May 2024
10.30am - 5pm
Calling all Knights and Princesses! It's time to get your best outfits on, because today you will meet a huge, smoke-breathing DRAGON! We'll also have some baby dragons for your children to meet! They will be appearing at intervals throughout the day.
Also, enjoy steam train rides, the miniature and model railways, railway museum, cafe and gift shop!
Fancy Dress Competition!
Take photos of your children in their Prince/Princess/Knight/Dragon fancy dress outfits and send them to us and we will pick a winner to receive special event tickets to another event of their choice (not including Thomas or Christmas).
Find out more or book:
bucksrailcentre.org
Milkshake Live On Holiday
Watford Palace Theatre
Sat 1st June 2024
12.30pm & 3pm
Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show!
Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday with Chase and Marshall from Paw Patrol, Dora, Pip and Posy, Blue from Blues Clues and You!, Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure!
Pack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as we go on an all singing, all dancing holiday together! It's a family show not to be missed!
Milkshake! Live "On Holiday" is produced by Mark Thompson Productions Limited in partnership with Channel 5 Broadcasting. Written by Miranda Larson, with creative direction and choreography by Derek Moran.
Run-time: 1 hour (no interval)
Age suitability: All ages
Find out more or book:
watfordpalacetheatre.co.uk
At Home Farm Live
Home Farm
Sun 2nd June 2024 - Sun 29th September 2024
Various
At Home Farm returns for a fourth season of live performance, banquets, family fun and wellbeing set in magical meadows and woodland just outside London in Hertfordshire.
Just announced are intimate performances on the secluded woodland stage with Communion's Bruno Major - a classically trained, billion-stream singer-songwriter, along with the phenomenal vocalist Vanessa Haynes sings Aretha Franklin Queen of Soul and Izo Fitzroy with her powerful blend of soul, gospel and blues - both presented by Ronnie Scott's.
Meanwhile, chefs Adriana Cavita, Josh Katz and DJ BBQ will each create bespoke long table banquets that beautifully marry their own signature style with Ben Quinn's Woodfired Canteen expertise in fire cookery.
Early- Bird... Read more
Listings
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
New Session - Dad's DWSS, Over 30's Men Thursday's 8-9pm - Kingshott School
We also run Holiday Clubs, so please see the website... 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
hide mapIckleford Primary School, Arlesey Road, Hitchin, SG5 3TG
Ickleford Village Hall, Arlesey Road, Ickleford, SG5 3TG
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Brooks Gym - Boxing
Age: 5 - 16
We have classes for kids, juniors and adults throughout the week, taken by trainers with a wealth of experience in both training and fighting.
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71C Wilbury Way, Hitchin, SG4 0TPSession Times:
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Brooks Gym - Muay Thai
Age: 6 - 16
Whether you're a beginner, an intermediate looking to take that next step, or a fighter looking for a new home, our classes and we always welcome new members to join our family.
We have classes for all ages, which all include a balance of fitness, pad-work & sparring, all in a safe enviroment with some of the best trainers in Hertfordshire.
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71C Wilbury Way, Hitchin, SG4 0TPSession Times:
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Emil Dale School of Performing Arts
Age: 3 - 21
The Emil Dale weekend school offers our students part time training with a full time attitude.
Our part time Emil Dale Weekend School students train in musical theatre acting | dancing | singing every Sunday for 3.5 hours a week. Members train with 5 different teachers each week, in 5 different... Read more
Contact details:
www.emildale.co.uk
01462677808
Location:
Emil Dale Studios, 60 Wilbury Way, Hitchin, SG4 0TPSession Times:
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Hitchin Cricket Club
Age: 6 - 11
Cricket training and matches for all those from School Year 1 upwards
Contact details:
hitchin.play-cricket.com
01462 434468
Location:
The Clubhouse, Lucas Lane, Hitchin, SG5 2JASession Times:
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Hitchin Fencing Club
Age: 7 - Adult
HFC is a lively, fun and supportive sports club, affiliated to British Fencing. We run regular beginners courses, as well as training for experienced fencers of all ages - see below.
​Training is on Tuesday & Thursday nights at Hitchin Girls School Sports Hall:
Juniors: Tues 6:30 - 8pm, Thurs 6 - 7:15pm... Read more
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Hitchin Karate Club
Age: 6 - Adult
The Hitchin karate club is run by Sensei Angus Pearson (5th Dan) and Sensei Paul Grimsey (6th Dan). The club was started in September 2000 and now has over 40 members both junior and adult. We are a family-friendly club and always welcome new students and any ESKA member looking to enhance their training.
We now offer two training... Read more
Contact details:
www.hitchinkarateclub.co.uk
07811 763898
Location:
Hitchin Boys School Sports Centre, Grammar School Walk, Hitchin, SG5 1JB(Click address to view map)
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Hitchin School of Dance
Age: 3 - Adult
The Hitchin School of Dance (formerly The Granville School of Dance) was founded by the original Principal, Mollie Gilbert, In 2024, we shall be celebrating 70 years of providing dance classes in Hitchin. We are very proud to be Hitchin's longest established dance school. It is now run by a former pupil of Mollie, Gabrielle Hammond AISTD.
We hold classes from the age of three in ISTD... Read more
Contact details:
hitchinschoolofdance.co.uk
07801261249
Location:
Lucas Lane Sports Club, Lucas Lane, Hitchin, SG5 2JATilehouse Street Baptist Church, Upper Tilehouse Street, Hitchin, SG5 2EE
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Imajica Theatre's Performing Arts Classes
Age: 5 - 11
Imajica Theatre offer Performing Arts training in Hitchin and Letchworth for young people ages 5-11 years. Our classes are limited to 12 children per sesson to ensure we can spend time with all the attendees. We play games, sing, dance and also focus on heath and wellbeing.
Under 5s weekly classes
SEN weekly classes
Youth Theatre Classes... Read more
Contact details:
www.imajicatheatre.co.uk
07519174229 / 07984088430
Location:
Hitchin Youth Trust, 111 Walsworth Rd, Hitchin, SG4 9SPScouts Hq, 141 Icknield Way, Letchworth, SG6 4GY
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Monkey Music
Age: 0 - 5
Make great friends and introduce your baby or toddler to a lifetime of music with Monkey Music. Award-winning classes for babies & young children that are both fun and educational! Our progressive curriculum (tailored to your childs age) is delivered by highly trained professionals, and supported by a fantastic quality instrument kit for all to use. Each class is performed... Read more
Contact details:
www.monkeymusic.co.uk
01462 530705
Location:
St Mary's Church Hall, Churchyard, Hitchin, SG5 1HPStondon Baptist Church, 27a Station Road, Lower Stondon, Henlow, SG16 6JL
Mrs Howard Memorial Hall, Norton Way South, Letchworth, SG6 1NX
Fairfield Park Community Hall, Kipling Crescent, Fairfield Park, SG5 4GY
Baldock Community Centre, Simpson Drive, Baldock, SG7 6DH
Welwyn First Scout Hut, 22 Lockley's Drive, Welwyn, AL6 9LU
St Martin's The Parish Centre, 15, St Martin's Road, Knebworth, SG3 6ER
St Andrew's Church Hall, Shortmead Street, Biggleswade, SG18 0AT
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