Saffron Walden
Things to do in Saffron Walden, Essex
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Saffron Walden draws visitors largely around Audley End House and Gardens, a major attraction rated 4.6 from over 6,600 reviews. The estate extends to the Audley End Enchanted Railway, which carries a notably strong rating of 4.7 from around 2,260 reviews, and its accompanying café. Beyond the house grounds, the Saffron Walden Museum offers a local perspective, while those after something lighter can try the Spy Mission Treasure Trail or The Crafty Beanie.
Where to stay in Saffron Walden(6)
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For overnight stays, there are half a dozen hotels and guest houses within easy reach, most rated between 4.0 and 4.3. The Premier Inn and Saffron Hotel both score 4.3 from several hundred reviews each, offering reliable mid-range accommodation. Those after something different can choose between three campsites: Readers Field Glamping and Debden Park both rate 5.0, while Wimbish Hall Cabins scores 4.9.
Premier Inn Saffron Walden
Thaxted Rd, Saffron Walden
Saffron Hotel
8-12 High Street, Saffron Walden
The Cross Keys
32 High Street, Saffron Walden
The Crown House Hotel
Great Chesterford, Saffron Walden
The Red Lion Inn
32 High Street, Saffron Walden
Ivy Todd cottage
Ivy Todd Hill, Saffron Walden
Things to Do in Saffron Walden(5)
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Where to Eat in Saffron Walden(20)
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The town supports a modest food scene with twenty or so restaurants and bars. Saffron Hall Bar stands out with a 4.8 rating from over 500 reviews. The Plough Bar & Grill and The Red Lion Inn both maintain solid ratings around 4.6 and 4.3 respectively, while casual dining options include the café at the railway and the restaurant at Audley End House itself.
Attractions Near Saffron Walden
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5 mi
Linton Zoo
Cambridge · ⭐ 4.2
7 mi
Imperial War Museum Duxford
Cambridge · ⭐ 4.8
7 mi
Daisy May’s Farm
Elsenham · ⭐ 4.3
8 mi
The House on the Hill Toy Museum
Stansted Mountfitchet · ⭐ 4.6
8 mi
Mountfitchet Castle
Stansted Mountfitchet · ⭐ 4.6
10 mi
The Gardens of Easton Lodge
Great Dunmow · ⭐ 4.5
10 mi
Cineworld Haverhill
Haverhill · ⭐ 4.4
10 mi
Haverhill Leisure Centre
Haverhill · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Saffron Walden(3)
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Debden Park
⭐ 5.0 · from £23/night
Wimbish Hall Cabins
⭐ 4.9 · from £155/night
Readers Field Glamping
⭐ 5.0 · from £115/night
The Pheasant's Nest
⭐ 4.6 · from £85/night
Dairymeade Farm Glamping
⭐ 5.0 · from £125/night
Daisy Mays Farm
⭐ 4.3 · from £30/night
Gemini Camp
⭐ 4.9 · from £170/night
Appleacre Park
⭐ 4.5
Self-Catering Cottages in Saffron Walden
All cottages in Saffron Walden →Wiggles and Piggles
2 cottages · from £767
Ivy Todd Barn
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £597
Goldstones Farm
2 cottages · from £2,206
All Saints Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £831
Lowal House - Lowal House
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £477
The Old Parish Hall
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £747
Saffron Hall
7 bed · sleeps 14 · from £2,133
Leys Barn
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £483
Common questions about Saffron Walden
How many campsites are there in Saffron Walden?
We list 3 campsites in and around Saffron Walden, of which 1 take tents and 2 offer glamping.
Where can I stay in Saffron Walden?
We list 6 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Saffron Walden.
What is there to do in Saffron Walden?
We list 5 attractions and things to do in and around Saffron Walden.
Where can I eat in Saffron Walden?
We list 20 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Saffron Walden.
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