Hempstead in Essex
Resting place of William Harvey and Sir Eliab Harvey and birthplace of Dick Turpin

Welcome to Hempstead!

The 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 190 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, believed to born in the village pub, the Bell Inn as it was in 1705 and worked in his father’s butcher’s shop before becoming notorious and eventually hanged in York in 1734.

In St. Andrew’s church 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.

Strawberry Tea Party

Strawberry Tea Party

This is your last chance to book for Julie Jarman’s Tea Party in the garden. The venue is Old Quail Farm and the date is Wednesday 7th June at 2pm. Adults of any age are welcome to come along to enjoy Julie’s beautiful garden and chat with friends over tea and cake. Booking is required please. Cake contributions and helpers on the day are welcomed too so please let Julie know if you can make a baking contribution or assist.
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Upcoming Local Events

Upcoming events in and around Hempstead.

Puppy Training
Thu 29 Jan
Puppy Training -
Hatha Yoga
Mon 02 Feb
Hatha Yoga -
Ladies Keep Fit
Tue 03 Feb
Ladies Keep Fit -
1st Radwinter Cubs
Wed 04 Feb
1st Radwinter Cubs -
Green Bin Day
Thu 05 Feb
Green Bin Day
Puppy Training
Thu 05 Feb
Puppy Training -
Hatha Yoga
Mon 09 Feb
Hatha Yoga -
Ladies Keep Fit
Tue 10 Feb
Ladies Keep Fit -
1st Radwinter Cubs
Wed 11 Feb
1st Radwinter Cubs -
Black Bin Day
Thu 12 Feb
Black Bin Day
Puppy Training
Thu 12 Feb
Puppy Training -
Hatha Yoga
Mon 16 Feb
Hatha Yoga -