Illustration of two small figures in winter hats and scarves with snowmen near red market stalls and a decorated tree in snow (Bishop's Stortford Christmas Fayre)

Bishop's Stortford Christmas Fayre

Visitors can browse over 100 stalls offering handmade gifts such as jewellery, candles, and health and beauty products, alongside locally produced jams, chutneys, cakes, and fudges. Specialty stalls provide hot food and warming festive drinks to enjoy while shopping. Family entertainment and music take place throughout the pedestrianised streets, accompanied by an appearance from Santa.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

9.30am until 4.30pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Town Centre

Food & Drink

Stalls offer locally made jams, chutney, cakes, and fudges, along with hot food and festive drinks.

Parking

The page directs visitors to an external page for parking options on the day.

Going?

Location

Bishop's Stortford, ENG Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and christmas shoppers

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Don't try to drive into the centre, because the stretch from South Street to North Street is closed to all vehicles all day.
  • Head for the East Herts District Council car parks in Bishop's Stortford, which the council recommends for parking on fayre day.
  • Save room for the hot food stalls and festive drinks, which run alongside the shopping to help keep the cold at bay.
  • Shop owners shouldn't put unlicensed stalls on the pavement outside their shops, because these aren't allowed during the fayre for pedestrian safety.
  • BID members applying for a pitch should have proof of membership ready to get the discounted rate on standard or catering pitches.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa drops in to say Happy Christmas
  • Discounted pitch rates for Bishop's Stortford BID members

Links & Contact

Run by Bishop's Stortford Town Council

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I find at the stalls?

Over 100 stalls join the regular market traders. They sell handmade jewellery, candles and health and beauty products, along with locally made jams, chutney, cakes and fudge, and festive gifts at the speciality Christmas stalls.

Is there hot food and drink?

Yes. Hot food stalls and festive drinks are spread through the fayre, and the speciality Christmas stalls also sell food and drinks.

Is there anything for children?

Music and entertainment for the whole family run through the town centre, and Santa pops by to say Happy Christmas.

Where should I park?

The fayre streets are closed to traffic all day, so use the East Herts District Council car parks in Bishop's Stortford.

How can I get a stall?

Apply online through Bishop's Stortford Town Council for a standard or catering pitch. Bishop's Stortford BID members get a discounted rate with proof of membership.

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