Timeline
09:00
Explore Old Town Stevenage. Head to High Street to find the plaque commemorating Henry Trigg. He was an 18th-century farmer who feared body snatchers and had his coffin sealed in the rafters of his home to avoid being dug up. His brother honoured this unusual request after he died in 1724.
09:03
Walk three minutes to Bike Stop Cafe for coffee and a pastry. It is open from 09:00 on weekdays and weekends, making it a perfect early start. The cafe serves specialty coffee, tea, cakes, and light meals.
09:15
Take an 11-minute walk southeast to King George V Playing Field. This park is the closest green space to the town center, offering a peaceful spot to stretch your legs and enjoy the morning air without a long trek.
09:30
Walk nine minutes back towards the center to The Chequers for lunch or a drink. This traditional local pub has a friendly atmosphere and is open from 12:00. It is a reliable spot for a meal if you arrive after midday, or a drink if you are there earlier.
Local tip
The Chequers is open from 12:00, so if you arrive before noon, you can still grab a coffee at Bike Stop Cafe or explore the Old Town area more thoroughly. King George V Playing Field is a short walk from the town center, making it easy to fit into a relaxed morning or early afternoon schedule.
Check before you go
- Bike Stop Cafe is open Tu-Sa 09:00-16:30 and Su 10:00-13:00.
- The Chequers is open Su-Th 12:00-23:00 and Fr-Sa 12:00-01:00.
Worth knowing
- Bike Stop Cafe is open at 09:03 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Stevenage (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).