Head to the friendly city of Bishop's Stortford
Experience the unique character of Bishop's Stortford with a stay in a vacation home rental. This welcoming and walkable city entices travelers with its bars and restaurants. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Bishop's Stortford
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that Bishop's Stortford has to offer. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Bishop's Stortford Golf Club (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Chelmsford City Racecourse (13.3 mi / 21.4 km)
- Paradise Wildlife Park (14 mi / 22.5 km)
- Royal Gunpowder Mills (14.9 mi / 24 km)
- Lee Valley White Water Centre (15.3 mi / 24.6 km)
- Old MacDonalds Farm (16.4 mi / 26.4 km)
Exploring the natural features in Bishop's Stortford
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Bishop's Stortford is a great place to get out in nature. These are a few of the area's most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hatfield Forest Country Park (1.2 mi / 2 km)
- Southern Parkland Country Park (2.7 mi / 4.4 km)
- The Henry Moore Foundation (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
- River Lea (10.1 mi / 16.3 km)
- Bridge End Gardens (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
- River Lee Country Park (12.3 mi / 19.7 km)
How to get to and around Bishop's Stortford
The nearest airport is in Stansted Airport (STN), located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Cambridge (CBG), which is 24 mi (38.7 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Bishops Stortford Station, Stansted Airport Station and Elsenham Station are the main stations in the city.