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 father’s butcher’s shop before becoming notorious and eventually hanged in York in 1734.
In St. Andrew’s 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 Christmas Card Exchange will take place in St. Andrew's church on Saturday 9th December from 10am to 12 noon. Bring along your village addressed Christmas cards and leave them on the alphabetically marked out pews for others to collect when they visit. Those not collected will be delivered to their addresses. If you prefer a greener option than ...
Upcoming Local Events
Upcoming events in and around Hempstead.

Tue
02
Jan
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
03
Jan
1st Radwinter Cubs
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Thu
04
Jan
Black Bin Day

Thu
04
Jan
Puppy Training
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Mon
08
Jan
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
09
Jan
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
10
Jan
1st Radwinter Cubs
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Thu
11
Jan
Green Bin Day

Thu
11
Jan
Puppy Training
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Mon
15
Jan
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
16
Jan
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
17
Jan
1st Radwinter Cubs
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