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 November 17 - Sunday November 19

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NUB YOUR EVENT WITH HITCHIN NUB NEWS

If you or someone you know is organising an event throughout 2023 don't forget to nub it for free in our what's on section here.

Just click the black 'Nub it' button, fill in the form and click submit, it should only take a few minutes to complete - and you'll also be included in our weekly newsletter too!

Browse our What's On section - and remember – you can add your event for FREE using the 'Nub It' button.

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SATURDAY

It's BEANO TIME AT THE BRILLIANT NEXT PAGE BOOKS WITH THE EQUALLY BRILLIANT DANNY PEARSON

Hitchin's very own Danny Pearson will be at Next Page Books for an afternoon in the shop of all things BEANO!

It's becoming a bit of a November tradition. Do come along on Saturday, November 18 from 2pm to meet Danny, hear about how he writes for the Beano, get your Beano books signed and maybe even take part in a bit of role play…

No need to book, but be prepared for it to be busy. The Beano annual and other Beano books will be on sale and Danny will be happy to sign them too.

If you'd like a personalised signed copy of the new annual, email Next Page Books and they will get it it sorted for you [email protected]

Next Page Books, 120 Queen Street, Hitchin

It's BEANO TIME AT THE BRILLIANT NEXT PAGE BOOKS WITH THE EQUALLY BRILLIANT DANNY PEARSON

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Shop Small Pop Up market on Churchyard - UNTIL DECEMBER 17

Home to more than 30 local creative businesses," Jemma explained, adding that people "can take a look at @shopsmallhitchin on Instagram or visit www.shopsmallpopup.co.uk to see some of the businesses taking part."

The pop-up market runs until Sunday, December 17

Shop Small Pop Up market on Churchyard

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SATURDAY

Hitchin Symphony Orchestra Concert

HSO's concert on November 18 will open with César Cui's Petite Suite No. 3, which is an exciting smorgasbord of fluctuating moods and forms

Tickets are available from: Members of the orchestra; Hitchin Information (1A Churchyard, cash only); www.ticketsource.co.uk/hitchin-symphony

In Advance £12 (available until midday on the Friday before the concert). On the Door £15. Accompanied under 16s are admitted free of charge.

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SATURDAY

The Sherwood Forester express steam train is coming to Hitchin

An evocative express steam train is coming to Hitchin this weekend. 

A steam express called the Sherwood Forester is set to make a scheduled stop at Hitchin Railway Station on Saturday.

The historic Stanier Class 5 no. 45231 will call at Hitchin on its way transporting passengers to York Christmas Markets from London Kings Cross.

The Sherwood Forester express steam train is coming to Hitchin

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FRIDAYS

FIZZ FRIDAYS AT MOLLY MALONES

Fizz Fridays at Molly Malones 

Come and sample the brilliant atmosphere down at Molly's on Nightingale Road - where you can buy a bottle of Prosecco for only £10 - cheers!

FIZZ FRIDAYS AT MOLLY MALONES

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FRIDAY/SATURDAY/SUNDAY AT MOLLY MALONES

Get there early and sample the unique Molly's atmosphere and enjoy their special offers

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DID YOU KNOW MOLLY MALONES ARE LOOKING FOR POOL PLAYERS?

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SATURDAY EVENING AT MOLLY MALONES

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EVERY FIRST FRIDAY IN HITCHIN

Hitchin First FRIDAY Transgender support Event

Hitchin First Friday , is a new initiative geared up to supporting the transgender community.

Everyone is welcome, the event is taking place on the first Friday of every month. So far the Snug, the Pitcher and Piano, the Rose and Crown have signed up for the project.

Would you like to come out as your true self but are afraid to? This is what This event is all about. These places are zero tolerance when it comes to any form of trans or homophobia.

Allies are welcome as well, please help make Hitchin a trans friendly town.

It's all about celebrating diversity. Life is too short, let's ditch the hate

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SUNDAY

St Mary's Church services & opening times

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COMING SOON TO HITCHIN:

Christmas gifts galore and festive fun at North Herts Museum and Hitchin Town Hall

Hitchin Town Hall will showcase nearly 100 independent local businesses this coming weekend - where you'll find a host of handmade and unique gifts.

The museum will also be running craft activities for children and a history trail around the museum, while hand-knitted Christmas decorations will be available in the shop with special discounts (for one day only) on traditional toys which would make perfect Christmas presents. 

Organisers say: "We're getting in the Christmas spirit with Museum Shop Sunday and other festive events in the run up to the big day. 

"Our gorgeous gift shop at North Herts Museum has been preparing for the event of the year – Museum Shop Sunday (November 26) so why not make a visit part of your Christmas shopping experience.

"This international campaign highlights the vital role of retail in helping arts, cultural and heritage venues to survive and thrive."

There will be free entry to the Christmas Creative Market this Saturday, November 25 and Sunday, November 26

Gifts galore and festive fun at North Herts Museum and Hitchin Town Hall

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NEXT SUMMER 2024

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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Hitchin Tree of the Year competition: Find out how to get involved and vote for your favourite tree in our town

Get involved in Hitchin's Tree of the Year competition. 

Hitchin Nature Network are inviting you to nominate your favourite tree in Hitchin. 

Is it the most majestic, the most colourful, or does it have a special story attached? Is it a small sapling fighting against the odds? Perhaps it is the most photogenic or the biggest? 

o nominate your tree you just need to write a sentence or two describing your tree, take a photograph and send them both to Hitchin Nature Network either on Facebook via the Hitchin Nature Community group, or respond to the Tree of the Year post on the Hitchin Nature Network Facebook page. 

Alternatively, you can send them an email at [email protected]. 

The winner will be announced at the end of National Tree Week (Friday, November 25 through until Sunday, December 3). 

Hitchin Tree of the Year competition: Find out how to get involved and vote for your favourite tree in our town

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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 landlord and owner Jas Lidder reveals exactly why he is closing legendary live music venue

Hitchin: Club 85 manager Bob Mardon opens up over planning application to demolish iconic venue

Controversial planning application submitted to demolish Club 85 and replace legendary much-loved Hitchin music venue with apartments

PS: If you or someone you know is organising an event throughout 2023 don't forget to NUB IT for free in our what's on section here.

Just click the black 'Nub it' button, fill in the form and click submit, it should only take a few minutes to complete - and you'll also be included in our weekly newsletter too!

Browse our What's On section - and remember – you can add your event for FREE using the 'Nub It' button.

SEE OUR NUB NEWS WHAT'S ON GUIDE FOR MORE EVENTS THIS WINTER AND BEYOND HERE

PS: FIND OUT WHAT'S ON AT LETCHWORTH'S BROADWAY CINEMA ON SATURDAY