What's On in Hitchin: Roy Izzard's Top Field Testimonial, Children's Book Festival at British Schools Museum, Film at QMT and much, much more
By Layth Yousif
7th Mar 2024 | Local News
Hitchin Nub News is delighted to have a brilliant business in our town as our What's On sponsor: Molly Malones pub
Molly Malones on Nightingale Road is an acclaimed public house that plays a huge part in our community.
Clare Waller is Molly's renowned landlady who has rejuvenated the popular pub, and is a force for good in our town, with the establishment often providing the platform for charity collections and community events.
Molly's aim is to provide the most welcoming environment to its legion of locals, complete with the best ales available while playing host to live music and a wealth of sociable community events.
Read on for What's On in Hitchin ahead of the forthcoming weekend
Every week we showcase what's going on in Hitchin - and we share the pick of the best events for you over the forthcoming weekend - Friday, March 8 2024 - Sunday, March 10, 2024
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Friday, March 8
Roy Izzard Testimonial
Hitchin Town host Luton Town XI with proceeds supporting British Heart Foundation pioneering life-saving research that saved Hatters captain Tom Lockyer
A Hitchin Town living legend is gearing up for a well-deserved testimonial this week - while helping a great cause.
Canaries club secretary and legendary stalwart Roy Izzard is celebrating 50 years service with the Fishponds Road outfit.
To mark such incredible loyalty, Premier League near neighbours Luton Town will be sending a team along to play Hitchin at Top Field on Friday night.
"I was very honoured and humbled to be awarded a testimonial game to mark my 50 years service to Hitchin Town FC," says Canaries' humble servant Roy.
"I certainly did not want to take any proceeds from the game for myself and I wanted the club to benefit from the match receipts.
"But I also wanted to help a charity as well. As the game is against Luton Town I felt it would be a good idea to support a heart charity as Luton captain Tom Lockyer suffered a cardiac arrest
Roy Izzard Testimonial
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Friday, March 8
"ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, MARGARET" (PG) Studio Queen Mother Theatre
When her family moves from the city to the suburbs, 11-year-old Margaret navigates new friends, feelings, and the beginning of adolescence. Adapted from the Judy Blume novel this film has not disappointed.
Director(s) Kelly Fremon Craig. Production Year 2023. Running time 106m.
Cast Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates, Abby Ryder Fortson.
Film 8pm doors & bar 730pm.
"ARE YOU THERE GOD? IT'S ME, MARGARET" (PG) Studio Queen Mother Theatre
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Saturday, March 9
Hitchin Children's Book Festival
Celebrate World Book Day with Next Page Books at the Hitchin Children's Book Festival hosted by British Schools Museum
Hitchin's Next Page Books are celebrating World Book Day with a special event this week.
The bookstore on Queen Street will be hosting the Hitchin Children's Book Festival once again.
Liz Tye, co-director of Next Page Books, along with Julie Anderson, told Hitchin Nub News: "We are once again holding the Hitchin Book Festival with our friends at the British Schools Museum, this Saturday (March 9) from 10am-3pm in celebration of World Book Day.
"We have a number of fabulous inclusive authors attending for different ages, holding workshops, reading, answering questions and signing their books.
"It's so important to us at Next Page Books that all children have the opportunity to own, read and enjoy books.
"It has such an impact on not only their learning and wellbeing, but reading for pleasure has also been proven to positively impact the life chances of children."
Hitchin Children's Book Festival
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Friday, March 8
Spring Quiz at Wakelins Coffee shop
Join our Spring Quiz at Wakelins, £5 to enter on the day. Reserve your place [email protected]
Bring a team of 6 if possible, or join one on the night. Supporters as well as members welcome & indicate if you want to purchase food.
Artisan Pizza & Salad meal option £3.50 plus bar available.
Prize Raffle in aid of campaign funds
Spring Quiz at Wakelins Coffee shop
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Saturday, March 9
A Night at the Woodside
Get ready to the dance the night away!
Local swing group, Mixology, are returning to Woodside for another fabulous night of swing music made for dancing,
With 8 beautifully harmonised voices and a small but perfectly formed band, Mixology bring you an evening of upbeat swing music with songs from the 1920s to the 2020s, all specifically chosen to get you on the dance floor.
The venue offers a large dance floor, a bar and a breakout area (for when you need a rest!)
Get out your dance shoes and get ready to put on the Ritz for a night at the Woodside
A Night at the Woodside
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Saturday, March 9
Shop Small Market
Hitchin Town Hall
Shop Small Market
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Sunday, March 10
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
Hitchin Town Hall
Come along and treat your loved ones to our Mothers Day Afternoon Tea!
We'll spoil them with live music, delectable food, unlimited tea and coffee and a glass of prosecco, what's not to love?
Sunday 10th March
£22.50 Adult Afternoon Tea
£26.50 Adult Afternoon Tea plus a glass of prosecco
£11.25 Under 12's
Please book Afternoon Tea tickets in advance as availability will be limited.
For more information about menus and timings follow the link to our ticketing page.
Mother's Day Afternoon Tea
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Friday, March 22
"THE EIGHT MOUNTAINS" (12) 2022, Italy
An epic journey of friendship and self-discovery set in the breathtaking Italian Alps, The Eight Mountains follows over four decades the profound, complex relationship between Pietro and Bruno.
Director(s) Felix van Groeningen, Charlotte Vandermeersch. Running minutes 147m
Cast Luca Marinelli, Alessandro Borghi, Filippo Timi
Film 8pm doors & bar 7.30pm
Saturday, March 23
Hitchin Bike Day
Hitchin's first Bike Day will be promoting everything on two wheels from kids bikes to Harley Davidson's.
There will also be the opportunity to view and test the latest eBikes on the market, as well as receive expert advice from the police about bike security - and much, much more.
Saturday, March 23, 10-4pm
Hitchin Market Place
Hitchin Bike Day
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Todd in the Hole:
Brilliant family friendly music festival set to return for fifth year - line-up announced
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Craig David to play live concert in Hitchin (on a Saturday)
R&B artist Craig David has announced outdoor shows next year - including an event in Hitchin (on a Saturday...)
Saturday, August 31 – Hitchin Priory, Hitchin
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CLUB 85 - You may have heard the sad news that Hitchin's iconic live venue Club 85 is closing after we exclusively broke the story
Hitchin: Club 85 manager Bob Mardon opens up over planning application to demolish iconic venue
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