Saffron Walden

Hotels, Guest accommodation, Self Catering & Camping in Saffron Walden

Saffron Walden is a medieval market town located in north-west Essex. It has a rich heritage of old buildings, including the magnificent Jacobian mansion Audley End House and St Mary’s Church, the largest and one of the most beautiful parish churches in Essex. On the north side of town is Bridge End Garden, a restored Victorian garden of great charm, which contains a wonderful yew hedge maze and sunken Dutch garden. There is a Town Trail available highlighting local landmarks. A market has been held in Saffron Walden since 1141, and market days are now Tuesdays and Saturdays. Beyond the market place, there are many independent shops and eating places. Grab a morning coffee and cake at The Courtyard Tea Room, owned by Wilkin and Sons, the famous jam makers of Tiptree. Stop at the town’s Museum which is set in an enclosed grass meadow, beside the ruins of the 12th century Walden Castle.