Chris Carter

2 weeks ago | bishopsstortfordindependent.co.uk | Chris Carter

An applicant planning a live entertainment venue at a former bank in Sawbridgeworth town centre is advertising “high-quality” office space to rent in the upper floor of the building. Permission was granted in December last year to allow live entertainment with the sale of hot food and alcohol at the Grade II listed building at 28 Knight Street, once home to a Barclays Bank branch.

2 weeks ago | bishopsstortfordindependent.co.uk | Chris Carter

Residents enjoyed a “big breakfast” and a get-together on Saturday morning (May 31) whilst helping to raise funds for Christian Aid. The annual event, held at Sawbridgeworth Memorial Hall, saw more than 20 volunteers from all the churches in the area cook breakfasts for over 100 people. There was a buzz around the hall in The Forebury, with everyone enjoying the company of friends and also making new acquaintances, while ordering their second round of toast and tea.

3 weeks ago | bishopsstortfordindependent.co.uk | Chris Carter

Visitors to Sheering Mill Lock learned all there is to know about the waterway that runs through Sawbridgeworth on Saturday (May 31) – and the lucky ones enjoyed a free trip in a canal boat. Sawbridgeworth Town Council’s fourth annual River Day was declared a success and the organisers were delighted to welcome a new group to the event.

3 weeks ago | bishopsstortfordindependent.co.uk | Chris Carter

A charity which supports people with vision loss across Hertfordshire has been awarded the King’s Award For Voluntary Service 2024. Herts Vision Loss, supports blind and visually impaired individuals across the county. Based in Welwyn, the charity boasts a rich history dating back to 1915, when it was known as the Hertfordshire Society for the Blind. Over the years, it has evolved, becoming financially independent from the RNIB in 1992, a move that allowed it to raise funds autonomously.

3 weeks ago | bishopsstortfordindependent.co.uk | Chris Carter

There will be a lot of messing about on the river this weekend as residents are invited to learn all about the waterway that runs through their town. The free event, organised by Sawbridgeworth Town Council and the Canal and River Trust, takes place on Saturday (May 31) between midday and 4pm at Sheering Mill Lock and a host of activities planned include trips in a canal boat. Visitors can discover what wildlife lives along, or in the river and can also learn how healthy the River Stort is.