It was a regional capital and was also the start point for the roads to St Albans and Baldock – all-important pre-Roman Celtic centres.

A number of charities were established in Puckeridge in the 17th century, which gave grants of land that enabled the expansion of the village.

The village shares its name with HMS Puckeridge, a Hunt class destroyer which was lost to enemy action during World War II.

On 8 September 2003, a 60th Anniversary Commemoration Service was held in the village to honour members of the ship's company who lost their lives while serving aboard.

This was attended by five survivors, members of the Royal Naval Association, British Legion and the Puckeridge and Standon community.