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The Railway Arms – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

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The Railway Arms – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

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The Railway Arms – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

01:10

4.36km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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250 m

The Railway Arms

Highlight • Pub

Saffron Walden’s first community owned pub!

The meeting point for Saffron Social Cyclists & Field Trippers cycling groups.

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540 m

Saffron Walden — Market Town

Highlight • Settlement

Lovely old market town. It’s wealth created from growing saffron from crocus during the medieval period. A fantastic selection of cafes including a bike shop that does excellent coffee.

Tip by

1.07 km

Built in 1913 for the Borough of Saffron Walden Water Works. Approximately 28 metres high red brick Edwardian tower was designed by architect AH Forbes and constructed by local builder J Custerson. Now listed.

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3.77 km

Saffron Walden Turf Maze

Highlight • Historical Site

Near to the castle is a turf maze, a series of circular excavations cut into the turf of the common. It is the largest example of this style of maze …

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4.36 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.63 km

1.50 km

174 m

Surfaces

2.90 km

1.37 km

Elevation

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Sunday 5 July

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The Railway Arms – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

The Railway Arms

Saffron Walden — Market Town

Debden Road Water Tower

Saffron Walden Turf Maze

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