Bishop's Stortford Town

Find out about the history of the town, the library, disabled access, clubs and places of worship, the Rhodes Arts complex and more...

Town Council

Find information on the business of the Council, venue hire, allotments, cemeteries, community minibusses, the carnival and more..

Tourist Information

Events, places to visit, eat and stay, Hotels, Bed and Breakfast accommodation in and around Bishop's Stortford and Stansted Airport

July 'What's On'

What's On in and around Bishop's Stortford throughout July.

Start Date : Thursday, 01 July , 2010 Time : 10:45 AM
End Date : Saturday, 31 July , 2010 Time : 10:45 AM

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History of the Town

The town of Bishop's Stortford took its origin from, and has grown up around, the ford over the river, which is now known as the Stort. Archaeological evidence shows that the Romans had several roads across the area, at least one of which crossed the river in the vicinity of what are now known as the Town Meads.

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