Welcome to Hempstead!
The small village of Hempstead lies 6 miles east of Saffron Walden in the rolling hills of North-west Essex and part of Uttlesford District. Whilst it only has about 175 properties and a population of around 450, it sports some fascinating history beyond its size. Much has happened since it was called Hamsteda at the time of the Doomsday Book when there were 10 times more pigs than people.
The Highwayman Dick Turpin, born in the village pub, the Bell Inn as it was in 1705 and worked in his fatherās butcherās shop before becoming notorious and eventually hanged in York in 1734.
In St. Andrewās church at the top of the hill lies the tomb of William Harvey 1578-1657, who discovered the circulation of blood in the human body which changed the medical world completely







Latest News
What’s happening in Hempstead.

The overhaul of Hempstead Church bells has been proceeding apace thanks to the amazing work of a wonderful group of villagers who have given generously of their time and skill. As you can see from the photographs, it is a pretty hostile environment to be working in - 50 years of dust and dirt, darkness, cramped conditions and with several tons of metal ...
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Upcoming Local Events
Upcoming events in and around Hempstead.

Mon
14
Oct
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
15
Oct
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
16
Oct
1st Radwinter Cubs
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Thu
17
Oct
Green Bin Day

Thu
17
Oct
Puppy Training
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Mon
21
Oct
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
22
Oct
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
23
Oct
1st Radwinter Cubs
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Thu
24
Oct
Black Bin Day

Thu
24
Oct
Puppy Training
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Mon
28
Oct
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
29
Oct
Ladies Keep Fit
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