where is bishop stortford

Bishop's Stortford is a historic market town and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It lies along the River Stort and is part of the London commuter belt, situated near the border with Essex. The town is just west of the M11 motorway and London Stansted Airport, approximately 28 miles northeast of central London (Charing Cross) and about 35 minutes by train from London's Liverpool Street station. With a population of around 41,000 in 2020, Bishop's Stortford is known for its heritage buildings and is a popular residential area for commuters traveling to London. Its history dates back to Roman times, and it gained its name from the Bishop of London who acquired the manor in 1060. The town combines historical significance with modern connectivity, making it a notable location in southeastern England.