The church dates from the 12th century, but was largely demolished in 1863 and rebuilt in 1864. It originally consisted of the nave and chancel, and a south aisle was added followed by a small private Chapel on the north side. The north transept is 15th C. and the roof of the north transept and nave are also 15th century. There is also a fine choir screen from the same period. The north transept was built around 1400, and originally had stained-glass windows with ancient coats of arms including those of the donors the Bataille family. This area was later used by Lords of Battles Manor as their private Chapel. The Chapel contains a Memorial to Sir William Waad of Battles Hall, who was a notable diplomat and officer of state. He was Lieutenant of the Tower of London for eight years where some of his prisoners included Guy Fawkes and Sir Walter Raleigh. The chancel was rebuilt in 1746 by Henry Woodyer. The tower was demolished in 1863 as it was unsafe. The present tower contains six bells.

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Premier Inn London Stansted Airport

Bishop's Stortford

Netherlands

Manuel

RM278 total

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26 Jan - 27 Jan

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The Great Hallingbury Manor

Bishop's Stortford

United Kingdom

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RM568 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan

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Down Hall Hotel

Bishop's Stortford

United Kingdom

ODANIR

RM786 total

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18 Jan - 19 Jan

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White house

Bishop's Stortford

United Kingdom

Mark

RM393 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Bishop's Stortford

United Kingdom

Jade

RM387 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

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The Cottage Guest House

Bishop's Stortford

United Kingdom

Chris

RM595 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jan - 7 Jan

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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Bishop's Stortford

United States

Kristina

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Days Inn by Wyndham London Stansted Airport

Bishop's Stortford

United Kingdom

Pawel

RM213 total

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11 Jan - 12 Jan

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Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express London Stansted Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean as usual with excellent facilities. The staff were very friendly. The breakfast was excellent as usual. Just felt a little put out by the cost of parking the car. Overall a very good experience. "

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