Food & Drink - Places in Saffron Walden

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The Crocus Tavern

Traditional Miles 0.740 Pleasant Valley, Saffron Walden, CB11 4AP

The Crocus Tavern is a friendly community pub, perfectly tucked away from the noise of Saffron Walden's busy centre and attended by both loyal locals and keen visitors to this historic Essex town. Split into completely separate bar and dining areas, the venue pitches itself as broadly as possible, offering...

The Bell Inn

Traditional Miles 2.1Royston Road, Wendens Ambo, Nr. Saffron Waldon, CB11 4JY

Traditional values run close to the heart of this ancient village inn, found five minutes from Audley End station. A snug bar boasts a roaring fire in winter, whilst the huge garden and patio makes this pub popular with families all year round. The well-kept cellar stocks a range of...

The Ickleton Lion

Traditional Miles 4.39 Abbey Street, Ickleton, Saffron Walden, CB10 1SS

Housed in an attractive 300-year-old building in the heart of Ickleton, The Ickleton Lion is every bit as picturesque as the countryside surrounding it. The pub has lost none of its charm since being built all those years ago – the original oak beams and cosy fireplaces are very much...

The Red Cow

Traditional Miles 5.711 High Street, Chrishall, Nr. Royston, SG8 8RN

This thatched 500-year-old gem of an English freehold pub can be found on the Essex, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire border. It is accessible from historic Cambridge and close to the Imperial War Museum Duxford. With beams, candles, log fires and real ales it provides a warm welcome all year round for...

The Plough

Traditional Miles 5.957 St Peter's Street, Duxford, CB22 4RP

Popular among the locally stationed airmen during World War II, this inviting 18th-Century building, with its traditional thatched roof, has been a pub for over 150 years. Nowadays, under the name of The Plough, it is known for its excellent choice of real ales, lagers and wines – not to...

The Bluebell Inn

Traditional Miles 5.9High Street, Hempstead, Saffron Walden, CB10 2PD

The Bluebell Inn, aptly painted in striking blue, is an atmospheric, centuries-old building steeped in history – it was the birthplace of notorious highwayman Dick Turpin. Luckily, you’ll find no Dick Turpin types at The Bluebell these days – it is now a delightfully cosy, family-run venue offering fantastic food...

John Barleycorn

Traditional Miles 6.2Moorfield Road, Duxford, CB22 4PP

Originally a 17th-Century coaching house, this historical pub has been serving fine food and ale for 350 years - and there is a good reason why. John Barleycorn prides itself on its excellent reputation for serving some of the most genuine home-cooked meals, not to mention some of the finest...

The Chequers Inn

Traditional Miles 6.51 Town Lane, Pampisford, CB22 3ER

One of the few remaining 16th and 17th-Century farmhouses in the scenic village of Pampisford, this dog-friendly rustic retreat is ideal for a quick bite to eat or a leisurely dinner. In the cosy and warm surrounds of The Chequers Inn, or settled in their spacious outdoor seating area, guests...

The George Inn

Traditional Miles 7.5High Street, Babraham, CB22 3AG

The George Inn dates from 1764 and retains all the charm and ambience associated with that period. It forms the focal point for the village of Babraham, just six miles south of the university city of Cambridge. This family-run business with its friendly, welcoming environment is a place where you...

The Three Horseshoes

Traditional Miles 8.7Molehill Green, Takeley, Nr. Bishop's Stortford, CM22 6PQ

This 500-year-old thatched pub is on its way back into the heart of the local community thanks to its new landlord, Rob Miller. His traditional menu includes wholesome, reasonably priced pies and hearty stews made using local meats, along with a children’s section and bar snacks. Our garlic mushroom starter...

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