Bishop's Stortford is to the east of the county on the border between Hertfordshire and Essex.
An ancient market town, Bishop's Stortford also thrived as a staging post on the mail coach routes between London and both Newmarket and Cambridge.
The town's prosperity increased with the opening of the River Stort to navigation in 1769 and was further enhanced by the opening of the railway line to London in the middle of the 19th century.
Today the market town is a favoured commuter area for the City of London. The town's many hotels and guest houses cater not only for the tourist trade but also for those flying in and out of nearby Stanstead Airport over in Essex.
The fine market town has many historic buildings including the remains of a Norman castle and several 16th and 17th century inns. Street markets are still held on Thursday and Saturdays.
Despite its growth Bishop's Stortford has retained over 90 acres of parks and open spaces and the 'Green Belt' has prevented excessive urbanisation. The surrounding countryside has many attractive villages and as well as walking in the countryside, visitors can enjoy trips to nearby Hatfield Forest, a country park owned by the National Trust.
Castles
Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village Stansted Mountfitchet, Bishops Stortford CM24 8SP
north on B1383 into Essex. From Thaxted take the B1051 west. Travel back in time to 1066, reconstructed castle and village on original site. Shows like as it was , and includes a prison. Includes admission to House on the Hill Museum Adventure. Mountfitchet Castle & Norman Village information
Historic Houses
Henry Moore Foundation Dane Tree House, Perry Green, Much Hadham, Bishops Stortford SG10 6EE&#
Gifted to the Foundation by Henry Moore, this 70 acre estate is home to studios, galleries and barns.An ever-changing exhibition of Moore's works are displayed against the backdrop of the gardens, pasture and hedgerows. Henry Moore Foundation information
Museums
House on the Hill Museum Adventure Bayley Walls, 10 Grove Hill, Stansted Mountfitchet, Bishops Stortford CM24 8SP
Over the border in Essex, north on B1383. then from Thaxted take the B1051 west. Three museums in one place, has to be the largest toy museum in the world, plus a rock and roll, film and theatre museum as well as amusement machines from the end-of-the-pie House on the Hill Museum Adventure information
Out & About
Braughing, Bishops Stortford
(pronounced 'Braffing') west of Bishop's Stortford, off A120, a charming village with a delightful 14th century riverside church. Braughing information
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Hotels
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Hatfield Heath Bishops Stortford CM22 7AS MAP This luxurious 4-star country-house hotel on the Hertfordshire/Essex border is set in a 110-acre estate. It has spacious rooms, a swimming pool and tennis courts. Ibbetson's Restaurant has 2 AA Rosettes, and the modern Grill Room serves international cui... More Information and Book ... 
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High Wych Sawbridgeworth Bishops Stortford CM21 0JU MAP Manor of Groves Hotel, Golf & Country Club is set in 150 acres of beautiful rolling Hertfordshire countryside, yet is only 10 miles from Stansted Airport. The main house is linked to the modern part of the building by an eye-catching glass atrium.. ... More Information and Book ... |
Jolly Brewers Free House Inn 3* Motel
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South Street Bishops Stortford CM23 3BQ MAP In a quiet location, just outside Bishop's Stortford town centre, this modern accommodation is within walking distance of the train station, shops, leisure centre, river, and nightlife. The charming, family-run Jolly Brewers offers comfortable rooms in a... More Information and Book ...
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Tilekiln Green, Great Hallingbury Bishops Stortford CM22 7TJ MAP The 4-star Great Hallingbury Manor Hotel is a newly renovated mock-Tudor mansion. It is 2 miles (3.2 km) from Stansted Airport and has scenic lake and countryside views. The hotel boasts 31 larger than average bedrooms, all with a spacious walk-in wet ro... More Information and Book ... Price Guide: Prices From £49 a Room |
Hunters Meet 3*
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Chelmsford Road Bishops Stortford CM22 7BQ MAP In the beautiful and peaceful village of Hatfield Heath, just 6 miles (10 km) from Stansted Airport, this family-run hotel has its own leisure centre with a heated indoor pool. The Hunters Meet hotel has a convenient location, overlooking historic Hatfie... More Information and Book ...
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Stansted Airport Lodge 2* Guest accommodation
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Takeley Street Bishops Stortford CM22 6QR MAP This modern and comfortable lodge is less than 5 minutes from the Stansted Airport terminal and offers 'park and fly' deals. Stansted Airport Lodge offers Wi-Fi access is in its public areas. Transfers from the airport (additional cost) are available fr... More Information and Book ...
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Pearse House 2*
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Parsonage Lane Bishops Stortford CM23 5BQ MAP Pearse House is an attractive and imposing Victorian mansion set in its own grounds some thirty miles north-east of central London and easily accessible via the M25/M11. The present building dates from the middle of the last century and its.. ... More Information and Book ... |
Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, Inns and other Hotels
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Station Road Sawbridgeworth Bishops Stortford CM21 9LD MAP The Railway Hotel is conveniently located in picturesque Sawbridgeworth in rural Hertfordshire just 6 miles from Stansted Airport and 35 minutes from London by train. Built in 2003 the hotel has been designed to a superb standard and all.. ... More Information and Book ... |
The PitStop Guest accommodation
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At Melvyn Rutter Ltd, The Morgan Garage, Little Hallingbury Bishops Stortford CM22 7RA MAP Offering free Wi-Fi and free parking, The PitStop has a unique motoring theme. London Stansted Airport and the M11 motorway are close by. Each themed en suite room at The PitStop has a TV and a computer. The huge kitchen has been designed as an American... More Information and Book ...
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Stansted Lodge Ltd. Guest accommodation
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Park Road Bishops Stortford CM22 6DF MAP Around 7 minutes from Stansted Airport, this accommodation offers quality rooms, competitive prices and transfers to/from the airport and Elsenham Rail Station. Stansted Lodge Ltd. offers transfers to the airport from 04:00 (free), and from the airport u... More Information and Book ...
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George Green Farm Guest accommodation
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George Green, Little Hallingbury Bishops Stortford CM22 7PP MAP Expect friendly, traditional service at this 300-year-old Georgian farmhouse. Free transfers are offered to nearby Stansted Airport from 04:00-10:00 and 16:00-22:00. Parking is free during your stay. This beautiful house has large bedrooms with fresh tow... More Information and Book ...
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Bonningtons Bed and Breakfast Bed & Breakfast
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George Green, Little Hallingbury Bishops Stortford CM22 7SP MAP This beautifully preserved building is 5 miles (8 km) from London Stansted Airport and is next to a traditional country pub. It offers free transfers, free Wi-Fi, late check-ins and en suite rooms. Bonningtons Bed and Breakfast has a quiet location and i... More Information and Book ...
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Stansted Airport (4.00 miles) Harlow (7.07 miles) Great Dunmow (8.74 miles) Ware (8.97 miles) Hoddensdon (10.37 miles) Saffron Walden (11.27 miles) Hertford (11.30 miles) Broxbourne (11.36 miles) Chipping Ongar (11.68 miles) Epping (11.96 miles) Cheshunt (14.15 miles)