Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre

10/11/2026

Sharing on behalf of Fairycroft House

Not long till our evening with Last Orders and we can't think of a more perfect way to spend a cold November night 🍁

Grab a drink from the bar, settle into your seats, and enjoy an evening of beautifully performed live, acoustic music.

10/11/2026

Calling all young artists - don't forget to enter the Mayor's Christmas E-Card Competition! ⭐✨

The Mayor of Saffron Walden, Cllr Jeanette Curtis, invites children aged 4 - 11 who live or go to school in Saffron Walden to design her Christmas E-Card celebrating the wonderful Christmas spirit in Saffron Walden!

The winning design will be chosen by the Mayor and used as the Mayor’s official e-Christmas card for 2026, which will be sent out via email to Dignitaries, schools, community groups and local organisations. The winner will also receive a £20 voucher to spend at a local shop of their choice!

Your Challenge:

Create a Christmas card design inspired by Christmas in Saffron Walden!
You could include some of our town’s famous landmarks such as the Town Hall, the Market Square or Bridge End Gardens with a Christmas twist. Perhaps you could imagine Saffron Walden covered in snow, decorated with Christmas lights, or filled with festive cheer!

Competition Details:

• Design: Create an original, colourful Christmas card design inspired by Christmas in Saffron Walden, with the message ‘Merry Christmas’.
• All submissions must be on A4 paper. Please keep the design flat and do no use any 3D materials.

• Scan and Send: Scan your design and send as a JPEG or PDF via email to the Mayor’s Secretary at [email protected]. Alternatively, physical entries can be brought to the Tourist Information Centre, CB10 1HR, for the attention of Mary.

• All submissions must include: Your child’s full name, age, primary school name, parent or guardians full name, telephone number and email address.

• Deadline for entries is Monday 30 November at 9am. The winner will be notified that week.

The Mayor said, “I'm always inspired by the imagination of young people in our town, and I can't wait to see their Christmas ideas come to life."

Have fun and good luck!

10/11/2026

Success for FREE family half term activities!

Saffron Walden Town Council (SWTC) is delighted with the number of families who attended its FREE family activities in The Town Hall on Tuesday 27 October, for the half term holidays.

Said a SWTC spokesperson, "The view from the balcony in the Assembly Room was amazing! It was a huge success with 120+ children and their families enjoying the free activities on offer. SWTC would like to thank its event partners for their contribution to the community event – this kind of collaboration really does illustrate the strength in partnership! It was fantastic to see familiar faces whilst also welcoming lots of new families. Community events like this are a lifeline to so many families who welcome affordable activities to keep their children entertained during the holidays."

Excited children joined three cast members of Saffron Hall’s pantomime Sleeping Beauty for two fun-packed sessions of games, music and plenty of adventure!

Angela Dixon Chief Executive of Saffron Music Trust said: “We’re delighted to once again partner with Saffron Walden Town Council, this time bringing some panto magic to the town this half term. This is yet another example of our collaborative approach to creating free arts experiences for our community.”

Storytime sessions with Saffron Walden Library also drew a crowd as did the free face painting, and spinning wheel crafting with Saffron Walden Museum.

If you would like to provide any feedback, please email: [email protected]

10/11/2026

Update from Stagecoach:

From 1st November 2026, Service 7 (Cambridge/Sawston/Pampisford/Saffron Walden) will serve new Cambridge South Station in both directions, but will no longer serve Cambridge main train station.

10/11/2026

Don't miss Saffron Hall Comedy Club this Friday night, with the incredible Katie Norris headlining!

Join us for an evening of comedy with the Commoners' Comedy Club with headliner Katie Norris

09/11/2026

Sharing on behalf of Stephenson. Disruption to local services into the evening of 9th November 2026

Service cancellations Monday 9.11.2026 319/320/321
From 9 November 2026 to 9 November 2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances the following journeys will NOT operate today
320 - 11:34 - Haverhill - Audley End
319 - 12:20 - Audley End - Haverhill
320 - 15:34 - Haverhill - Audley End
321 - 16:20 - Audley End - Haverhill
321 - 17:20 - Haverhill - Audley End
321 - 18:20 - Audley End - Haverhill

We apologise for the inconvenience caused which is beyond our control

09/11/2026

Sharing on behalf of Fairycroft House

The Golden Era Jazz Band will be here this time next Sunday for a wonderful afternoon of 20s, 30s, and 40s jazz 🎺 As always, entry to the show is free but donations are welcome.

09/11/2026

Sharing on behalf of Stephensons:

319/320 no service between Haverhill Bus Station and Haverhill Sainsburys until further notice

From 9 November 2026 to 30 November 2026

Due to a closure of the road in Radwinter and the subsequent long diversion, The route has been curtailed to Haverhill Bus Station in order to keep the service more reliable. Please use 13 or 19 services as an alternative. We apologise for the disruption caused by these works.

09/11/2026

Remembrance Sunday Service

The Saffron Walden Remembrance Sunday Service held yesterday saw the Mayor Cllr Curtis, Saffron Walden Town Council, Saffron Walden Royal British Legion, the 33 Engineer Regiment (EOD&S) based at Carver Barracks, Essex Police and several uniformed groups gather at the War Memorial for a two-minute silence and the laying of wreaths.

The Church Service was led by Reverend Trew and on conclusion the parade marched to the Market Square, to receive a salute from the Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Essex Mr Scruby.

Said a Saffron Walden Town Council spokesperson “Many thanks to residents and our partners in ensuring the smooth running of the respectful service held in remembrance of the fallen and those that serve our country.”

09/11/2026

The Fry Art Gallery has a sale of works on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th November 2026. Take a look!

At our Annual Sale find pieces by North West Essex Collection favourites, including Edward Bawden RA. This year, Bawden's
'The Titfield Thunderbolt' 1953 poster on board (detail) could be yours at the Sale. We've a large selection of work to suit all budgets by
established and emerging artists too. The gallery is open 12-4pm on sale days, 14 &
15 November, at 19a Castle Street, Saffron Walden.