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.

Dear Supporters
A round up of what the ROBINN Group have been up to for the months of July and August.
⢠We are still waiting for a firm yes from the current Freeholder. We are in dialogue constantly but there are complications that are delaying his final approval. We are ever hopeful that the confirmation will be given in the coming weeks.
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Upcoming Local Events
Upcoming events in and around Hempstead.

Thu
07
Mar
Puppy Training
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Mon
11
Mar
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
12
Mar
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
13
Mar
1st Radwinter Cubs
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Thu
14
Mar
Black Bin Day

Thu
14
Mar
Puppy Training
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Mon
18
Mar
Hatha Yoga
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Tue
19
Mar
Ladies Keep Fit
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Wed
20
Mar
1st Radwinter Cubs
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Thu
21
Mar
Green Bin Day

Thu
21
Mar
Puppy Training
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Mon
25
Mar
Hatha Yoga
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