Bishop Stortford

Bishop Stortford lies on the Hertfordshire and Essex border. This fascinating town is set on the banks of the beautiful River Stort, with fine buildings including 16th and 17th century inns and a Norman castle, while the countryside is dotted with lovely villages and many unique sights and sounds to enjoy while celebrating your wedding!

Even though Bishops Stortford is an ancient market town, the centre is modern with a lively atmosphere. Shopping is pure bliss and highly recommended with everything from well known department stores and speciality shops to weekly markets bringing the streets to life, selling everything thinkable.

There is a place to suit everyone’s tastes when it comes to dining in Bishops Stortford. You can find restaurants featuring Chinese and Indian fare and an Italian restaurant which is a must but, if you fancy some traditional English cuisine, it can be sampled at the many pubs in the area as well as a number of tea rooms.

Bishops Stortford’s long and varied history is uncovered at The Bishops Stortford Museum, housed at the place of birth of Cecil Rhodes, the man who founded Rhodesia, now Zimbabwe. You will come across collections relating to the man himself along with displays revealing Southern Africa’s cultural traditions. The House on the Hill Toy Museum is sure to bring back fond childhood memories with a massive variety of toys. You should also visit neighbouring Mountfitchet Castle and the Norman village hidden behind the castle walls, just waiting to be roamed.

Close by, Hatfield Forest is a remarkable place; once a medieval royal hunting forest and now a national nature reserve, the area attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually. Admire the wonders of nature as you follow the miles of trails taking you through the ancient woodland or relax by the ornamental lakes with a picnic. Coarse fishing is also available along with many events taking place, from theatre and concerts to barbecues with live music.

Bishops Stortford’s superb location, only a short distance from London, means you can always take a drive into the city that the whole world comes to visit!