"Pooch" Exhibition Saturday 25th October 2025 - Sunday 12th April 2026 An exhibition exploring the history, science and culture of our best friends. More details to follow
Learn different art genres combined with some mindfulness techniques to help you relax. Mindful Art is where the process is more important that the end result. While you are concentrating on your creativity you should forget about the everyday stresses of life. During each session there will be guided meditations to awaken creativity and to […]
Get ready for an unforgettable evening! Join us on Sunday 9th November 2025 for our dazzling and much-loved Firework Night spectacular. Fun for all the family, arrive from 6.00pm for children's entertainment which includes a children's disco and face painting, followed by our eagerly anticipated Firework Display at 7.00pm. Burgers and pizza will be available for you to purchase […]
Join guide Penny Dreadful from The Pantaloons for a creepy turn around the sleepy market town of Saffron Walden and prepare yourself for terrifying tales of local ghosts, witches, monsters, murderers and highwaymen. If you dare... From spectral soldiers to suspected serial killers; from things that go bump in the night to knights that go bumping off things; […]
Join me, Jessica Sian, for a relaxing evening of watercolours at The Maltings in Great Dunmow on Tuesday 18th November 2025. In this 2.5 hour workshop you will be provided with your own hand drawn pencil sketch of either your home, or St Mary's Church in Dunmow, to use as a starting point for your […]
Saffron Walden Town Council (SWTC) has that festive feeling; its plans are well underway in readiness for Christmas celebrations to commence! The annual ‘Light Switch On’ will take place on Friday 21 November
Embark on a magical journey this Christmas. Audley End Miniature Railway, tucked away in an ancient Woodland, near Saffron Walden in North Essex. Our Station Master invites you to climb aboard the Christmas train and journey deep into the enchanted woods of Audley End to visit Father Christmas’ winter workshop! You’ll see Mother Christmas and her […]
Step into the heart of our Fulfen Forest and let the magic of Christmas surround you. This Christmas come along and explore Forestlight our brand-new Enchanted Light Trail, here at Audley End Miniature Railway! From the 22nd November to 23rd December, take a walk through our enchanted forest beneath the canopy of trees where you can […]
The Great Dunmow Christmas Celebration Join us in the heart of Great Dunmow for an unforgettable evening of festive fun! Friday 28 November 2025 5.00 pm – 8.30 pm High Street & Market Place, Great Dunmow Bring the whole family and get into the Christmas spirit with: A visit from Santa Festive fair rides Llamas […]
Join Father Christmas at Audley End House and Gardens this winter for a magical way to start the festive season. Father Christmas is taking time out of his busy festive schedule to tell some of his favourite seasonal stories around the Christmas tree. After the group storytelling session, you and your children will meet the […]
Enjoy Christmas Brunch with Santa in Essex Enjoy a very special Brunch with the whole family this December at Down Hall. Indulge in a sumptuous menu whilst your children eagerly await the visit of Santa with a special gift to create magical memories that will last a lifetime. Dates Available: Saturday 29th November- BOOK HERE Sunday […]
Kick off the Christmas season and join us for a festive Sunday afternoon experience that combines the elegance of traditional afternoon tea with the enchanting sounds of live music. Our Christmas Jazz Afternoon Tea features a live performance by Fox, Wiggle and Sass, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your afternoon. Enjoy a repertoire of […]