Living the Country Life in Hertfordshire

A 15^th century church, a medieval market town, and the parish where the Queen Mum’s birth was registered in 1900.  A list of famous people from here as long as your arm from antiseptic pioneer Joseph Lister to Oliver Cheshire (the face of Calvin Klein).  All this just 23 minutes from London.

Described as a Royal Manor in the Doomsday Book the pretty town of Hitchin has oodles of history to explore. Plus, it’s fun and funky as well. Every summer the “Rythms of the World” festival of world music is held here. An extravaganza of music, dance, arts and cuisine from around the globe, and if that’s not enough a twice weekly market with fabulous wares for sale all year round.

What’s more, Hitchin is just one of the charming towns and quaint villages in the county of Hertfordshire.
The county’s close proximity to the capital and good transport links means it has long been popular with commuters working in London and looking for the tranquillity of a more rural location. In short, Hertfordshire offers the best of both worlds – a peaceful and eco-friendly environment whilst reaping the economic benefits of being so cose to one of the world’s financial capitals – yes folks London.

If sometimes you feel like escaping the hustle and bustle of the big city and would like to live in a more relaxing, greener environment then check out Linden Homes property for sale in Hertfordshire for ideas on price and the type of homes available.

I so enjoyed my day out in Hitchin last weekend that I’m off to look at some of the others of similar ilk in the area. Here’s what they say about themselves:

Watford
The largest town in Hertfordshire, Watford is only 20 minutes away from central London by train. A vibrant and bustling town, Watford is a hub for business and industry with excellent shopping and superb amenities. It has a fantastic selection of pubs and restaurants and all the trappings of London but you can find property much cheaper than in parts of the capital.

St Albans
Hertfordshire’s only city, St Albans is a picturesque location with a rich historical background. Popular with tourists, it has spectacular architecture, excellent shopping and it is just 40 minutes by train from central London, making it one of the most desirable areas in the UK to live.
Hertford
A town steeped in history, Hertford is home to the remains of Hertford Castle which was a royal palace for 300 years. In addition to being a picturesque town with a thriving community, the University of Hertfordshire’s business school is based just outside the town.