# Saffron Walden Museum — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Explore fascinating collections spanning natural history, archaeology and local heritage at this welcoming town museum, complete with family facilities, picnic areas and onsite refreshments.

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Museum

# Saffron Walden Museum

Museum Street

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8723680825592933000&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Gary Brazel](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/107869450704479614215)

**In short:** Saffron Walden Museum is a museum in Saffron Walden, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 312 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Saffron Walden Museum

Explore fascinating collections spanning natural history, archaeology and local heritage at this welcoming town museum, complete with family facilities, picnic areas and onsite refreshments.

## What's nearby

- Walden Castle next door
- St Mary's C Of E Primary School next door
- St Marys Church next door
- Bridge End Gardens 250m away
- The Common 350m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** Closed

**Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Wednesday** Closed

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 2:00 – 5:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[nicholas Titley](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106532387032099614491/reviews) ★★★★★

This is a fantastic museum with masses to see and child friendly with activities and searches for them to do. It covers some many areas local history, wildlife, ancient world and people. There's limited free parking for visitors and entry is on £2.50 for adults half price for pensioners. There are stains inside but there's stair lifts and a main lift so it's accessible to all. Don't miss going here, and the castle is next door.

· via Google

[Suzanne Powell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117147734310048675411/reviews) ★★★★★

We had such a lovely visit today. We were especially impressed with how child friendly the museum is - our 2 grandsons loved it. The complimentary back pack filled with different things to use & do while visiting was great. Thank you so much for making us so welcome - we look forward to visiting again very soon.

· via Google

[Kayley Bentley](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/100936822005340709858/reviews) ★★★★★

Great museum. Really interactive for Children, our age group was 4- 40 and we all had a lovely time. We took part in the Cardboard Clues which was excellent, really funny for all ages. The lady on reception was really kind and look thrilled to see us all enjoying the museum. Well worth a visit.

· via Google

[Barry S](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113339649347829825544/reviews) ★★★★★

We just did the murder mystery. I thought it was great fun. My two girls (12 & 14) and my wife all enjoyed it. I would highly recommend. We took 2 hours to do the 3 mysteries. Unfortunately, that left no time to explore the museum properly. But 100% worth the £25 for all of us to play. My daughter enjoyed completing the clues on the (required) app.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8628083739a63:0x7910bd7da75a6a88!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this museum offers a wide variety of unique and interactive displays, including an impressive Anglo-Saxon section and local history exhibits. They also highlight the museum's child-friendly activities, such as complimentary backpacks and engaging clue-solving games. Guests mention the reasonable entry fees and convenient accessibility features, including stair lifts and a main lift.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Museum Street, Saffron Walden, CB10 1BN [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.0254471%2C0.2408311)

**Category** Museums & Galleries

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (312 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Indoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Saffron Walden

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★ 4.6 (312 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/museum?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01799 510333](tel:01799510333)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Saffron Walden

**Postcode** CB10 1BN

**Plus Code** 9F4226GR+58

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Saffron Walden Museum?

Saffron Walden Museum is open Mon closed; Tue 10am–5pm; Wed closed; Thu–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 2pm–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Saffron Walden Museum any good?

Saffron Walden Museum is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 312 Google reviews.

### Is Saffron Walden Museum good for children?

Yes, Saffron Walden Museum is listed as good for children.

### Is Saffron Walden Museum indoors or outdoors?

Saffron Walden Museum is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.

### What ages is Saffron Walden Museum suitable for?

Saffron Walden Museum suits all ages.

### Is Saffron Walden Museum wheelchair accessible?

Saffron Walden Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Saffron Walden Museum?

Yes: free car park and paid car park.

### How do I contact Saffron Walden Museum?

Call Saffron Walden Museum on +44 1799 510333.

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