We are looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic individual to join us, with a pro-active attitude and experience within project / event / town management. The BID Manager will play a vital role in ensuring the success of the Bishop’s Stortford BID, by leading and coordinating the implementation of key initiatives and events. Working in conjunction with the Board of Directors and a Marketing & Communications Manager, there is an annual budget of approximately £200,000 pa and a business plan set. Working closely with a range of stakeholders, including the town, district and county councils, local organisations as well as… Read more »

Check out the November issue for some of the Christmas highlights in Bishop’s Stortford this festive season. From events, to shopping and eating and drinking, there’s something for everyone.

Today, Madeleine from the BID joined Martin, Manager at House Plants Express, to draw ten names from all the applicants received. The lucky winners are: Summercroft PTA, Birchwood PSFA, Cards for Bravery, Northgate Primary, the local Food Bank, Thorn Grove PTA, The Bishop’s Stortford High School, Bishop’s Stortford Child Contact Centre on Bridge Street, St Michael’s PTFA and Blues Pre-school & Nursery. Congratulations to you all! We have now emailed to arrange collection of your £50 Discover Stortford Gift Cards. Best of luck with your fundraisers in the coming weeks. For those of you who weren’t successful this time, please… Read more »

Exciting news! Wood Grill (formerly Butcher & Grill) at 7 Station Road, has now opened its doors in Bishop’s Stortford. With successful sister restaurants in Stansted and Royston, you may be familiar with the relaxed Wood Grill vibe and casual dining menu to match, ranging from homemade pizzas and burgers (including the infamous Wood Grill special 😋) to seafood dishes, steaks, salads and more. Conveniently located by the train station, pop by and see their friendly staff to book a table. Popular with families and groups. Ideal for Christmas get togethers and taking bookings now. Visit the Wood Grill website… Read more »

And just like that, the party season is almost upon us! Have you made plans yet? Celebrating with friends, colleagues, family? Here are a few suggestions for special festive menus across town. Cote will be offering their Menu de Noel from 23rd November with three courses from £34.95. Check it out here Franco Manca has two courses for £18.50 and three for £22.50. Packed with festive Italian flavours and available from 14th November. Details available here To celebrate Thai-style, check out Giggling Squid’s seasonal menu available from 27th November. Choose two courses for £32.99/three courses for £38.99 with the option… Read more »

Look no further. There’s everything you need in Bishop’s Stortford with the personal service you’d expect from our independent and family-run businesses. Clifford Burr Bridal, a stone’s throw from Jackson Square car park, offers bridalwear and accessories for all tastes. As well as a wide range of white dresses, you’ll find less traditional options, including different colours and jumpsuits too. Contact Becky & Maggie for an appointment. You won’t be disappointed. Visit Aristocrat at The Chantry on Hadham Road, for a great selection of suits and quality casual and formal wear both men and women. Popular menswear brands include Hackett,… Read more »

Congratulations to Cara Taylor-Key who was the lucky winner of the £200 Discover Stortford Gift Card in our recent newsletter competition. The gift card can be spent in any of the 40+ registered businesses across the town, including independents and nationals, restaurants, salons and shops. For a full list, click here Happy shopping, Cara!

It’s always exciting to see businesses choosing Bishop’s Stortford. Kemphaus, previously based at Woodside on Dunmow Road, opened it’s doors in Florence Walk, earlier this month. A beautiful and exciting addition to the town. You’ll find them in unit 6, in the middle of the Walk next to St Elizabeth’s. Kemphaus offers bespoke cabinetry, quality affordable German kitchens, English handmade kitchens, design, fit and after-sale services. Not in the market for a kitchen? They also sell stunning gifts and accessories for the home, including oven gloves, utensils and stoneware. Lots of lovely ideas for Christmas. Liane & Rob Kemp (pictured… Read more »

Gina Thomas (BID Manager) and Madeleine Lees (Marketing & Comms Manager) together with Bishop’s Stortford BID Chair, Karen Burton, enjoyed a successful day on Wednesday at the 20th Bishop’s Stortford Means Business exhibition at South Mill Arts. It was great to see some of our BID businesses, either exhibiting or visiting, and a valuable opportunity for us to engage with you, the people of Bishop’s Stortford. We embraced the opportunity to explain more about the BID and the work we do and also listen to your ideas and experiences in the town. As always, it was a pleasure to talk… Read more »

Edit: This competition is now closed. Successful applicants will be contacted by Friday 17th November. Are you looking for a raffle prize for your school PTA, sports club or other local charitable group? Do you have a Christmas fundraiser coming up? We at the Bishop’s Stortford Business Improvement District (BID) like to do our bit in the community. Following the success of our June giveaway, we are delighted to once again donate ten £50 Discover Stortford Gift Cards for fundraising events taking place in and around Bishop’s Stortford before 29th February 2024. If you are hosting an event in support… Read more »

Congratulations to Cara Taylor-Key who’s name was randomly drawn as the winner of our Autumn newsletter competition. Cara wins a £200 Discover Stortford Gift Card to spend at any of the 43 registered businesses in the town. For a full list of where you can shop with a Discover Stortford Gift Card, and how to buy them for friends, family or staff in the run up to Christmas, click here

Congratulations to owner Lindsey Trundle, and the whole team at Click Click Photo Centre on Potter Street, for their Outstanding Business Achievement Award 2023 from Fuji Film. Visit Lindsey for all your photo needs and top notch customer service. As well as offering mounts, frames, digital prints and canvases, they provide a variety of useful services, including passport and ID photos, photo restoration, VHS and cine film transfer, film processing and stationery printing. Pop in for some fantastic personalised cards and gifts for Christmas too.