The Heart of Essex Countryside

Hello & Welcome to the Saffron Coach House!

Top Things to Do – Old Favourites & New Discoveries

Welcome to the Saffron Coach House, your home from home in the beautiful market town of Saffron Walden. Just a short stroll from the town centre, our guest house is perfectly placed for exploring the best of Essex, Cambridgeshire, and beyond.

Saffron Walden is a true hidden gem — recently named one of the best places to live in the UK. It’s a town where medieval charm meets a lively, modern spirit. Wander streets lined with independent shops, enjoy the colourful twice weekly market, and explore historic buildings that tell the story of centuries past. Whether you’re here for a weekend escape, a family break, or a work trip, Saffron Walden offers something for everyone.

What’s New &
Happening in 2026?

  • Fry Art Gallery exhibitions: Fry’s Popular Delights and Olga Lehmann – A Versatile and Vivacious Artist run until Sunday 25 October 2026.

  • Behind the scenes at Audley End House: Behind Closed Doors: Audley End’s Forgotten Interiors runs until November 2026.

  • Halloween at Audley End Railway: The family-friendly Halloween Special runs from Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November 2026.

  • Gilbert O’Sullivan at Saffron Hall: Celebrating 60 Years of Music, with guitarist Bill Shanley, on Friday 6 November 2026.

  • Comedy at Fairycroft House: Big Deal Comedy Club comes to Saffron Walden on Saturday 7 November 2026.

  • Fry Art Gallery Annual Picture Sale: Browse unique art on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November 2026.

  • Audley End Railway Christmas Special: Enjoy a festive train ride, lights, elves and Father Christmas from Saturday 21 November to Thursday 24 December 2026. 

  • Father Christmas at Audley End House: Festive weekends run from Saturday 5 to Sunday 20 December 2026.

  • Sleeping Beauty at Saffron Hall: The festive pantomime runs from Monday 21 to Tuesday 29 December 2026.

Explore Further

Saffron Walden is ideally located for day trips:

  • Cambridge – 25 minutes

  • London – under an hour by train from nearby Audley End

  • Stansted Airport – 20 minutes

  • Essex & Suffolk villages – all within easy reach

Stay with us

We’d Love to Hear From You

Whether you’re planning a stay, have a question, or just want to say hello — we’re always happy to help.

Phone 07354911825
Email agnesheywood@gmail.com

Address
Saffron Coach House, 44 Newport Road, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4BS