Saffron Walden, Historic market town in Essex, England
The pedestrianized center of Saffron Walden contains St Mary's Church, the largest parish church in Essex, surrounded by numerous Tudor buildings and narrow streets.
The settlement received its market charter in 1141, and by the 1500s became known for cultivating saffron crocus, which influenced the addition to its name.
The town maintains a bi-weekly market tradition on Tuesdays and Saturdays, offering local produce, artisanal goods, clothing, and specialty foods at the central square.
Visitors can reach Saffron Walden via Audley End railway station, located three miles away, with regular connections to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge stations.
Bridge End Garden features seven interlinked gardens, including a Victorian hedge maze and a kitchen garden, maintained according to historical horticultural practices.
Location: Uttlesford
Website: http://saffronwalden.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 52.02620,0.24490
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:22
Saffron Walden Castle
213 m
Town Hall
379 m
Barclays Bank
333 m
The Maze
305 m
Saffron Walden Museum
237 m
Methodist Church
360 m
26A and 28, Church Street
341 m
34 and 36, Church Street
323 m
24, Church Street
360 m
Kings Arms Public House
354 m
30 and 32, Church Street
331 m
26, Church Street
342 m
25 and 27, Church Street
387 m
Saffron Walden Library
392 m
12 and 14 Market Hill
353 m
Drinking Fountain
368 m
11, 13 And 15, Museum Street
355 m
17, Market Hill
370 m
65, 67 And 69, Castle Street
374 m
6, Market Hill
354 m
1, Johnsons Yard
329 m
The Priory
282 m
2 and 3, Johnsons Yard
322 m
Conservative Club
341 m
59, Castle Street
390 m
4, Market Hill
360 m
7 And 9, Museum Street
357 m
2, 4 And 6, Museum Street
381 mReviews
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