Mortar and pestle in the William Ransom Physic Garden at Hitchin
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Mortar and pestle in the William Ransom Physic Garden at Hitchin
Image: © John Lucas Taken: 18 May 2006
The physic garden was in the grounds of Hitchin Museum. It is named in honour of William Ransom, a Hitchin Quaker, who set up the Ransom pharmaceutical company in Hitchin in 1846. The company survives and continues to be based in Hitchin. William's story can be found here: https://www.hertfordshirelife.co.uk/people/life-times-william-ransom-hitchin-1-1641398 The museum has now moved elsewhere but the garden remains. It is maintained by members of Hitchin Historical Society but is currently closed as a result of coronavirus.
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Image Location
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51.948202
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-0.281327