Saffron Walden Reporter

The Saffron Walden Reporter focuses on the vibrant market town of Saffron Walden and its neighboring villages, extending south to Stansted, east to Steeple Bumpstead, and west to Duddenhoe End. Additionally, it reports on parts of South Cambridgeshire, including Duxford, Whittlesford, and Ickleton.

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Saffron Walden drain cover could take 'up to a year' to be repaired

1 week ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Anne Suslak

The offending drain cover on the junction of Debden Road and Station Road (Image: Google Street View) A Saffron Walden resident who complained about a faulty drain cover was outraged after learning it could take "up to a year" to be repaired. The "loose and noisy" drain cover is situated on Debden Road at the junction of Station Road. Debden Road resident Christian Ramsay filed a complaint to Anglian Water, which was taken up by Essex county councillor Paul Gadd.
Saffron Walden Rugby Club take on challenge laid down by Leicester Tigers

1 week ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Neil Metcalfe

2 1/1 Saffron Walden Rugby Club had representation from two teams at a festival laid on by on the biggest clubs in the land. The club's U10 and U12 squads travelled to Bognor Regis toe play in the Leicester Tigers Challenge Festival. They were backed by sponsorship form Acme Coaches, Guy Auto Electrics, Sygma and Chassis Cab Truck Centre and enjoyed a first class weekend of rugby and bonding.
Saffron Walden grounds maintenance operative awarded for 20 years' service

2 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Anne Suslak

Dave Pledger was presented with a certificate by Saffron Walden Town Council (Image: SWTC) A grounds maintenance operative from Saffron Walden Council received an award for 20 years' service. Dave Pledger was recognised for his important role at the council with a certificate and a presentation from Mayor of Saffron Walden Cllr Deryk Eke.
Dates for independent examination of Uttlesford council's Draft Local Plan announced

2 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Sophie England

Plans - John Evans, councillor responsible for planning (Image: Simon Hawkins / Newsquest) The dates for the independent examination of Uttlesford District Council's Draft Local Plan have been announced. The examination, which will determine whether the plan is "sound" and complies with all legal and procedural requirements, will be conducted by planning inspectors Guy Davies and William Cooper.
Coffee morning to support unpaid carers to be held in Saffron Walden

2 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Sophie England

Support - Coffee morning to be held in Saffron Walden (Image: Emily Jones) A Saffron Walden-based home care provider has launched coffee mornings to support unpaid carers. Homelium, which has branches in the south of England, has set up the Caregiver Coffee Mornings to provide a "safe place" for people who care for loved ones to "take a well-deserved break". Carers can meet others in similar situations, share experiences, and offer advice.
Uttlesford tourist attractions listed among 'people's icons' of Essex

3 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Anne Suslak

One of the rooms at Talliston House and Gardens (Image: Gavin Conlan) A number of Uttlesford attractions have been voted among the 'people's icons' of Essex. Visit Essex asked residents to vote for their top icons in the county, with categories including heritage and cultural sites, gardens and tourist attractions. Among the iconic locations on the list was Talliston House and Gardens in Great Dunmow, which was named as the 'top stay' in Essex.
Runners take part in Debden 10k and 5k challenge at former airfield

3 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Anne Suslak

Runner Mike Fairchild being cheered along at the Debden 10k finish line (Image: Mike Fairchild) Hundreds of runners took on 10k and 5k runs at the former RAF Debden. The Debden 10k and 5k, organised by Active Training World, were held at the airfield on Sunday, March 16. More than 700 runners took part in the day, with 120 competitors taking part in the 10k run.
Community reaches fundraising goal to repair Debden church roof

3 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Anne Suslak

St Mary the Virgin Church in Debden raised £90,000 to repair the roof (Image: St Mary the Virgin Church) The Debden community has hit their fundraising target to repair the church roof. St Mary the Virgin Church in Debden managed to raise £90,000 for the repairs through events, donations and volunteer efforts. Reverend Lynda Sebbage said: "Over the past few months, we received some wonderful support.
Seven large homes planned for historic college site in Audley End

3 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Matthew Critchell

St Mark’s College in Audley End, Saffron Walden (Image: Russell Prince) A historic college is set to be converted and redeveloped into seven new large homes, despite concerns from residents, businesses and councillors. The developer is planning the conversion of the Grade I Listed building into four new homes, the conversion of Abbey Barn and River Barn into two new properties and another home at the site of the former St Marks College, Audley End, just outside Saffron Walden.
Vandals cause thousands of pounds of damage at Swan Meadow mini maze

4 weeks ago | saffronwaldenreporter.co.uk | Anne Suslak

The damage to the willow fence around Swan Meadow mini maze (Image: Jacqui Portway) Vandals caused thousands of pounds worth of damage to the willow fencing around Swan Meadow mini maze in Saffron Walden. The damage - which is worth a four-figure sum - took place at some point between 2.30pm on Friday, March 21 and 10.15am on Monday, March 24.