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Friday 17th & Saturday 18th July 2026Sworders Field, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts Vendor Opportunities Are any of our BID businesses interested in a stall or food outlet at The Bish Bash on Sworders Field? Rates vary depending on pitch size, product and organisational status. Contact Geoff at...

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We’ve partnered with SEEDL.com, a leading provider of learning for business. Through our partnership, you can now benefit. As a local business, you and all of your employees have unlimited access to SEEDL’s courses. All for FREE – no catch, with the majority offered BOTH live AND on demand. Pl...

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Date: Thursday 23rd April 2026, 5-7pmVenue: Nostimo Delicatessen, 1-3 Market Square, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 3UP All BID business owners and managers are invited to join us for an informal drink and bite to eat. A great opportunity to chat with your business neighbours and other town centre s...

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All day drop-in with cyber and fraud crime prevention experts to answer your questions. Talks at Bishop’s Stortford Library on Wednesday 15th April 2026 6 The Causeway, Bishop’s Stortford, Herts, CM23 2EJ 11:00-12:00 – Scams & Victim Support – Beacon/Victim Care12:00-13:0...

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As you will likely be aware, the 2026 Business Rates Revaluation comes into effect from April 2026. Seee below for a summary of the situation, some practical next steps and details of a new BID-funded initative to support our levy-paying businesses with professional and bespoke rates advice (se...

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Thank you to everyone who got involved and supported with the town centre Purple Flag presentation and audit on Friday 6th March as we work towards accreditation for a vibrant, safe and welcoming night-time economy in Bishop’s Stortford. Those who turned on purple lights in show of support, TH...

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What are your favourite Bishop’s Stortford businesses? Who brings something special to the town? Show your support by nominating them for a 2026 Muddy Stiletto award here Nominations are open until 1pm on Monday 23rd March. Every nomination counts so be sure to have a say and get your favourit...

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This year’s carnival will take place on Saturday 20th June. The theme is ‘Stortford Old and New’ – Past meets present – celebrating the town’s history and its future. If your business would like to get involved and be part of the parade or have a regular or catering pitch...

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See below a letter explaining about an East Herts District Council Retail Survey for Bishop’s Stortford. A representative for The Retail Group will be visiting businesses at random next Tuesday 10th and Wednesday 11th February with a physical copy of a survey, which they will r...

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The latest plans for the Old River Lane development are currently live. Since the last consultation in June, Cityheart (the developer), has updated the masterplan and comments are encouraged by Thursday 29th January 2026 in advance of submitting a detailed planning application later this year. ...

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Our new Street Stewards are out and about again this coming week, helping provide reassurance and keep people safe in the town centre, during a mix of dark retail hours and evenings. They are funded by Bishop’s Stortford BID in response to public and town centre worker responses to public perc...

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It’s finally happening! Bishop’s Stortford’s new cinema is soft launching tomorrow, Monday 29th December! The cinema is located at Anchor Street at the old Empire Cinema site. The team at Roxy Cinemas are easing the doors open, testing the waters, and getting ready to welcome you back to c...