There are a number of walks and cycle routes around Hitchin. The North Hertfordshire countryside is a beautiful area. Keep an eye out for the wild lavender.
Here’s just a few samples to get started…
Hitchin Outer Orbital Path (HOOP) –
http://www.north-herts.gov.uk/sites/northherts-cms/files/walks_-_hoop_leaflet_0.pdf
Great Ashby Woodland Walk –
The Hicca Way –
http://www.north-herts.gov.uk/sites/northherts-cms/files/hiccaway-electronic-leaflet_0.pdf