Things to Do

Letchworth is the perfect place to bring your little ones on a weekend or during those long school holidays. Our award-winning playgrounds and family-friendly shops will keep the kids entertained all day long.

Planning an evening out in Letchworth Town Centre? We have a great deal on offer, including pubs serving traditional pub food, and our local independent cinema screens not only the latest releases, but also vintage classics and overlooked movie gems.

Letchworth is big on green spaces, sport and recreation, and outdoor life in general. Discover the Greenway walk, take a breather in the Broadway Gardens or for any fitness fans, the leisure centre offers great all-year indoor swimming.

Alongside the town’s well-established Italian, Spanish, Thai, Chinese and Indian restaurants, our annual food and drink festivals attract thousands from Hertfordshire and beyond, becoming one of the country’s top culinary destinations.

We have a variety of independent boutiques and some of the top names in high street clothing, ensuring that the town is well worth a visit for your day-to-day needs.

Looking for a special gift for a friend or relative? Explore the outstanding independent shops for something unusual or unique, offering handmade items from makers and artists across the UK and overseas.

Whether you need to look your best for that big occasion or just want to be pampered for the day, Letchworth really is the place to be. From independent ladies and gents hairdressers and tanning studios to opticians and dental surgeries, there are many places in the town centre to choose from when you are looking for some rest and relaxation.

We have showrooms full of traditional and contemporary furniture, state-of-the-art electrical appliances bearing the names of the world’s top brands, carpet and flooring stores, and everything for the DIY-minded.

The specialist shops in the town make Letchworth a hobbyist’s heaven. From embroidery and knitting, to arts & crafts, our businesses know their respective fields inside out and can provide just what you need, either in-store or by special order.

Need to book a flight or looking for inspiration for your next holiday in the sun? Our town centre travel agents are always on hand to help. Multi-range supermarkets, pharmacies, local shoe repairers and more, Letchworth provides all the essential everyday services that are the lifeblood of any community.

If you’d like to try your hand at something new and creative, the art studios and craft workshops centred in the Wynd offer lots of opportunities to explore your artistic side.

From solicitors and accountants to commercial service providers and recruitment, Letchworth offers a range of key professional services represented by individuals and companies with strong local roots.

If you are interested in getting involved in a good cause or volunteering with a charity, there are of variety of schemes on hand that support local and international charities.