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A Day in Saffron Walden
Situated in north-west Essex is the picturesque medieval town of Saffron Walden. With it's many historic and colourful buildings, showcasing its rich heritage as a market town it is the perfect place to amble and discover some of Essex's secret gems.
Morning - Park in Swan Street car park and explore the pretty market town of Saffron Walden on foot, home to the largest turf maze in the world. Don't miss the spectacular, cathedral-like parish church of St Mary the Virgin where Lord 'Rab' Butler, of the famous 1945 Education Act, is buried in the churchyard. There are plenty of independent cafes and restaurants to choose from for a spot of lunch and market days are Tuesdays and Saturdays.
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Afternoon - After lunch, discover the 'secret' Bridge End Gardens. Tucked away down a narrow path between tiny, ancient cottages, the gardens were created in 1840 and designed by Francis Gibson as a series of interlocking rooms, each has its own unique character. You can pre-book a visit to the Fry Art Gallery next to the gardens and enjoy works of art by local artists and, for a small entrance fee, you can visit the charming Saffron Walden Museum depicting life in the area in years gone by.
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Pop into the 16th century Eight Bells in Bridge Street for a drink or a bit of supper before heading home and enjoy some great hospitality in modern, stylish surroundings.
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| Saffron Walden Museum |
| Bridge End Garden |
| Saffron Walden |
| The Eight Bells |
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Saffron Walden Museum
Saffron Walden
Friendly, family-size museum. Exhibits include moccasins, mummy cases, woolly mammoths and Wallace the Lion! Meadow for picnics with castle ruins. Winner Best Museum of social history. Accessible for disabled visitors.
Bridge End Garden
Saffron Walden
Bridge End Garden was laid out by the Gibson family in the nineteenth century and is open to the public each day free of charge. Recently restored back to its former glory.
Saffron Walden
SAFFRON WALDEN
Saffron Walden is a delightful medieval town with a rich heritage of old buildings, including the magnificent Jacobean mansion Audley End House and Gardens and St Mary’s Church, the largest and one of the most beautiful parish churches in Essex.
The Eight Bells
Saffron Walden
Welcome to our 16th Century timber framed pub where our olde-worlde exterior gives way to a fabulously fun and modern interior - setting the scene for you to enjoy our food, sample our range of beers, explore our wine list and delve into our gin collection.
Itinerary Distances
| From | To | Distance * (metric) |
|---|---|---|
| Saffron Walden Museum (52.02547,0.24076) | Bridge End Garden (52.02657,0.23782) | 0.21 |
| Bridge End Garden (52.02657,0.23782) | Saffron Walden (52.02222,0.23885) | 0.44 |
| Saffron Walden (52.02222,0.23885) | The Eight Bells (52.02519,0.2367) | 0.33 |
| Total Distance * | 0.98 miles | |
| Estimated Journey Time | 2 minutes | |
* Approximate distance by road
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