Bishop’s Stortford Town Council invites all arts and music societies, residents, community groups, local organisations, and businesses to get involved in the town’s bid for UK Town of Culture 2028.
Join us for an Open Evening to share your ideas about how our town can celebrate its creativity, heritage, and community spirit.
- Date: Friday 20th February 2026
- Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Venue: The Cedar Room, South Mill Arts, 1–3 South Rd, Bishop's Stortford CM23 3JG
The UK Town of Culture 2028 programme gives towns across the country the chance to celebrate local culture and pride, with £3 million awarded to the winning town and £250,000 to each of two runners-up.
Everyone is welcome - no registration required. Come along and be part of shaping Bishop’s Stortford’s cultural future.
If you are unable to attend, you can still share your ideas by emailing events@bishopsstortfordtc.gov.uk
Find out more about the national competition here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-town-of-culture-2028-expression-of-interest/uk-town-of-culture-2028-expression-of-interest-guidance-for-bidders