[1] Born in Tooting, Bishop joined Orient's groundstaff in June 1952, having played for the club's nursery side Chase of Chertsey, and turned professional as a player six months later.
However, it was not until the 1957–58 season that Bishop became a regular first-team player, forming a strong defensive line with Welshmen Mal Lucas and Cyril Lea.
[2] His other three goals had come during the 1960–61 season, including a 40-yard drive past Howard Radford in a 3–2 win at home to Bristol Rovers on 4 February 1961.
[2] After leaving Leyton Orient aged 31, Bishop moved into non-league football with Hastings United of the Southern League.
[1] Bishop died in hospital in Harlow on 22 April 2020, after many years in close contact with Leyton Orient, via the supporters' club.