A large, open field immediately adjacent to the Town Centre suitable for major public events (concerts, festivals, carnival, fairs etc) or smaller activities.
Our objective for events on Sworders Field is to provide, throughout the year, a variety of entertainment for a wide demographic, and encourage event promotors to come forward with booking requests. When approached by an event promoter, Bishop's Stortford Town Council will endeavour to provide a picture of other events that are booked, or likely to be booked, so they can reserve the field at the optimum time for their own event. We may refuse proposed bookings or suggest alternative timings if a proposed event is similar in nature and audience to another occurring within 4 weeks, should we consider that the conflict will be detrimental to the overall objectives for Sworders Field.
Please Note: The use of paper lanterns and helium balloons are not permitted on Sworders Field.
To hire, contact Tracey Gaynor on 01279 715004 (tracey.gaynor@bishopsstortfordtc.gov.uk)
| Operational Day | £210.00 |
| Non-Operational Day | £105.00 |
| Charity & Non Charity (payable for exclusive use only) | £50.00 |
| Hourly Hire (no equipment/vehicles) | £50.00 |
| Hourly rate - Fitness, Yoga, Pilates | £12.00 |
Sworders Field Bishop's Stortford Herts
CASTLE PARK RUN: will take place every Saturday at 09:00hrs unless: (see exceptions marked ** below)
Park run Sunday 1 January 2023 09:00-10:00 for further details contact simondewhurst@aol.com
Castle Park Parkrun. The course is 5000m (5K) long and is run on a mixture of tarmac paths and trail paths. Some sections of the course may accumulate mud, leaves and puddles after rain. Dependent on availability, marshals will be at key sections of the course, or signs will be in place. Please remember that the parkrun uses shared paths. For the continued success of the event, please give way to other park users. This won't hurt your time, it won't stop you from getting a PB and it will make sure everyone continues to enjoy the event. Please, wherever possible walk, jog, cycle or use public transport when attending the event. If you do have to drive, please consider car-sharing to reduce our impact on both the environment and other park users. Please also watch out for other park users when arriving and leaving. Parking may be limited so try to arrive early. For further details please refer to website: http://www.parkrun.org.uk/castlepark/
FUNFAIR: Cogger's Nationwide Amusements.
Children's funfair for further details contact: coggers@funfair-carnivals.co.uk or Telephone Landline: 01452 306635 or Mobile: 0783 66 99 599 website: https://www.funfair-carnivals.co.uk/
Sunday 25 June 2023 (10:00-15:00hrs)
WILDLIFE DAY - (Event organised by East Herts District Council)
Join in the activities during National Insect Week for a wonderfully wild event exploring and learning about local wildlife. For further details email: Katherine OBrien <Katherine.OBrien@hertfordshire.gov.uk>
1-9th July 2023: (open daily 12:00-17.30hrs)
CHILDREN'S WOLRD FUN PARK: Children's rides and inflatables charging one price for endless rides, wristband price £9.99
22 July 2023 (11:00-19:00hrs)
STREET FOOD HEROS
Street Food Heroes brings together awesome street food vendors together on Sworders Field, Bishop's Stortford. For further information please contact Edward Folwer on email: edward.fowler@sky.com Telephone: +44 7702 321216
Multi-sport activities for young people in Sworders Field on the following Tuesdays during the Summer holidays from 5pm-7pm: for further information contact Russell russell.cairns@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Tuesday 1 August, Tuesday 8 August, Tuesday 15 August, Tuesday 22 August
12 August 2023 (11:00-19:00hrs)
STREET FOOD HEROS
Street Food Heroes brings together awesome street food vendors together on Sworders Field, Bishop's Stortford. For further information please contact Edward Folwer on email: edward.fowler@sky.com Telephone: +44 7702 321216
Saturday 2 September 2023:
GROVE COTTAGE IN THE PARK
SATURDAY 2 SEPTEMBER
12 MIDDAY TO 8PM
Grove Cottage is thrilled to announce the electrifying DJ Digital Pocahontas, an official Standon Calling Ambassador, as the host of this year’s ‘Grove Cottage in the Park.’ Set to take place at Sworders Field in Bishop’s Stortford, this wonderful family fun day and music festival will captivate attendees from 12pm until 8.00pm on Saturday, September 2nd, 2023.
This event promises an unforgettable experience for the entire family, offering a whopping eight hours of live music and entertainment from local bands, Grove Cottage performance clubs as well as friends of Digital Pocahontas. Moreover, the event will feature a dedicated kids’ zone, brimming with exciting activities to entertain the younger members of the family.
In addition to the exceptional entertainment, ‘Grove Cottage in the Park’ will ensure that guests are well-fed and hydrated throughout the day with an enticing array of food and drink stalls offering food from Mexican to waffles.
All monies raised from ticket sales for ‘Grove Cottage in the Park’ will go directly to Grove Cottage, enabling them to continue their vital work in enriching the lives of individuals with learning disabilities.
We are offering a launch discount with tickets only £6:50 for adults and children under 12 go free. Book you tickets now!
If you have any queries or would like to sponsor our event, please contact mina@mencapbishopsstortford.org
7-10th September, 14-17th September and (all other days not operational) new footpath temporarily closed
Times Fridays 17:00-till late - Saturdays 14:00-till late, - Sunday 14:00-till late
FUNFAIR: Cogger's Nationwide Amusements.
Children's funfair for further details contact: coggers@funfair-carnivals.co.uk or Telephone Landline: 01452 306635 or Mobile: 0783 66 99 599 website: https://www.funfair-carnivals.co.uk/
