A Christmas Shopping Extravaganza in Bishop’s Stortford? 0
Christmas Shopping in Bishop’s Stortford is highly recommended. With excellent transport links, a wide range of shops, as well as a pedestrianised precinct, shopping in Bishop’s Stortford makes for a pleasurable experience, for both young and old.
The main shopping areas in Bishop’s Stortford are Jackson Square, which is a dedicated shopping centre, and the main High Street which stretches through the spine of the town. Both are perfect for your Christmas shopping needs and will be beautifully decorated again this year for the people of Bishop’s Stortford to enjoy.
Jackson Square Shopping Centre, Bishop’s Stortford: Situated at the top of the High Street opposite Market Square, Jackson Square offers more than shopping with toilets, baby change facilities, cafés, restaurants, and a multi-storey car park with easy access. Shops include Argos, Bon Marche, GAME, New Look, Next, Peacocks, Superdrug, The Body Shop, Sainsburys, Thorntons, Wilkinson and many more.
Bishop’s Stortford High Street: With its stunning Christmas lights display, the Bishop’s Stortford High Street will once again be the centre of the town’s festive celebrations. With such famous brand names such as Marks & Spencer, WH Smith’s, Halfords, Boots & Tesco, along with scores of other shops, the High Street in Bishop’s Stortford is a great place for shopping this Christmas time.
However, be warned that at peak times it does become busy, especially when coinciding with the market which stretches along most of its length.
Bishop’s Stortford Market: A market has been held in Bishop’s Stortford for over 750 years. Located in Market Square, opposite Jackson Square Shopping Centre, and along the town’s main street, there are currently around 40 stalls, selling a wide range of goods from fresh bread and meat, to mobile phone covers and antiques.
The Bishop’s Stortford market is held on a Thursday and