About Letchworth Garden City

Visitors and residents in Letchworth Garden City, the world’s first Garden City, can enjoy a unique experience. The town centre has a mix of specialist shops and attractions, a range of restaurants and coffee shops, regular markets and a cinema/theatre. For swimmers Letchworth also has a heated outdoor pool at the famous lido. Golfers can enjoy not one but two courses, and naturally there’s plenty of green outdoor spaces. The free to visit International Garden Cities Exhibition tells the story of Letchworth’s legacy and influence on town planning across the world - combining the best of town and country living.