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We’re working towards achieving Purple Flag status for Bishop’s Stortford – a national accreditation that recognises towns and cities that are safe, welcoming, and vibrant at night. To support our application, we want to hear your views. This short survey helps us understand how people feel ab...

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Date: Tuesday 18th November, 12-2pmVenue: Wright & Bailey, 10 High Street, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 2LTCatered by: Le Peche Mignon 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, m...

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The Bishop’s Stortford BID will be at the BSMB exhibition on Wednesday 22nd October 2025 at South Mill Arts from 10am – 4pm. This is your chance to make new contacts, meet clients face to face, attend seminars and to discover new suppliers all in one day. The event is FREE to attend for visitors...

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Overview Saturday 6th December 2025 from 9.30am until 4.30pm in North Street, Market Square, Potter Street, and South Street, all of which will be pedestrianised. For full road closure details, which may impact on your deliveries, staff and customer access, please read below and plan accordingly. Th...

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SAVE THE DATE! Sunday 16th November, 12-4pm Following a heart-warming response over the last two years, the BID’s Christmas launch event will return to the town centre for the third year. Expect music and dancing from local community groups, free face painting, festive giveaways and Christmas ...

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Following successful sessions on Ask for Angela/Active Bystander for town centre workers in August, the BID is delighted to announce we are funding additional training on Wednesday 1st October and Thursday 2nd October, delivered by industry experts at Urban Spark. The training equips staff with the ...

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The Annual General Meeting for the 24/25 financial year is taking place on Tuesday 30th September. Please come along and find out more, including what the BID delivered in 24/5, what is planned for the remainder of 25/6 and a review of the finances. We hope you can join us! RSVP here...

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As you will be aware, the BID is working towards Purple Flag status for Bishop’s Stortford with the support of Town Council, the local police and other key stakeholders. In short, Purple Flag is the accreditation for a “safe, vibrant and welcoming night out” in a town centre. ...

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On Wednesday 12th August, Home Office Minister for Policing, Fire and Crime Prevention, Right Honourable Dame Diana Johnson, visited Bishop’s Stortford to learn more about crime and community policing in the town. The Minister was accompanied by Josh Dean MP, Hertfordshire Police & Crime Commi...

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The Bishop’s Stortford Chamber of Commerce would like to invite you and your colleagues to their last business lunch of the year. On: Thursday 16th October 2025 Venue: No.14, North Street, Bishop’s Stortford Speaker: Alan Mordey, Hertfordshire Police Subject: Serious Fraud & Cyber Unit T...

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Al fresco dining There’s nothing better than eating and drinking outside when it’s warm, whether it’s a leisurely lunch, cosy dinner or just a drink, the town centre has sun traps and shady spots aplenty. As well as the venues with well-known outside spaces, there are a number of h...

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On Thursday 27 November, 12.30 – 2pm, Nockolds HR will be presenting a seminar at their Market Square offices. The session is aimed at SMEs, supporting them to manage their HR essentials.  As part of the seminar, there will be some updates relating to recent employment legislation changes, and t...