Saffron Walden Town Council

02/11/2026

In Loving Memory of Daphne Cornell

Saffron Walden Town Council is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former Town and District Councillor, Daphne Cornell.

Daphne served as Mayor of Saffron Walden on two occasions, in 1985/86 and 2002/03, reflecting her longstanding commitment to public service and the town she cared so deeply about.

Her contribution to the town will be remembered with great appreciation and affection. Our flag is flown at half-mast today, and our thoughts are with Daphne's family, friends and all those who knew her at this sad time.

29/10/2026

Skate Park Grand Opening TOMORROW!

Saffron Walden Town Council (SWTC) is delighted with the refurbishment works, recently completed at the One Minet Skate Park, Saffron Walden this summer.

Following a two-phase user consultation, the feedback from users directly contributed to the revised design and repair works.

To mark the completion, SWTC is hosting a grand opening event on Friday 30 October 2026, 11am – 2pm. Please come and join the Mayor, Cllr Jeanette Curtis for the ribbon cutting at 11am, everyone is welcome!

During the event there will be opportunity to:
- Drop into a Skating session with coach, Joe Shanks, between 11.30 and 1.30pm – bring your own board (limited number of boards to borrow for new comers).
- Meet Betongpark, the contractor who carried out the works.
- Engage with the Uttlesford Community Safety Team; who are working with SWTC in applying for a Safer Streets Campaign in Saffron Walden

SWTC thanks residents and users for their patience and understanding whilst the improvements have taken place and looks forward to seeing you there. There is no need to book, just turn up. More information on events and activities can be found at www.visitsaffronwalden.gov.uk/events/

• Please note that children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Uttlesford District Council SW Youth Club

29/10/2026

Sharing on behalf of Love Essex


Make the most of your pumpkin this Halloween

Pumpkins are a staple part of Halloween. Whether they are used for pumpkin competitions, or displayed to welcome trick or treaters, they're a popular annual purchase.

But many pumpkins still go to waste because they're seen as a decoration rather than food. In reality, they're so much more than this!

One thing you can do to reduce waste is to skip pumpkin carving altogether. Instead, decorate the outside, or even paint it using non-toxic, food-safe paint. That way, you can still enjoy the Halloween fun and use it in delicious recipes.

27/10/2026

Sharing on behalf of UCAN Charity

JOB OPPORTUNITY

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27/10/2026

Half term activities in the Town Hall, happening now! Come and join!

27/10/2026

Sharing on behalf of Saffron Walden Fire Station and Jubilee Hub Saffron Walden

Looking for a warm space this winter? ☕️

Come in, get cosy and enjoy a friendly chat with your local community.

Everyone is welcome!

Come along to Saffron Walden Jubilee Hub for a free cuppa and soup this winter 👇

Wednesday 25 November 12.15pm-1.45pm

Wednesday 16 December 12.15pm-1.45pm

Wednesday 13 January 12.15pm-1.45pm

📍Jubilee Hub
3 Hill Street
Saffron Walden
CB10 1EH

27/10/2026

Sharing on behalf of National Association of Local Councils and Eden Project


GOT 17 MINUTES?

You don’t have to know how to connect with nature. You don’t have to be outdoorsy. You don’t need a beautiful garden or a countryside walk. You just need 17 minutes.

Greentime17 is an invitation from the Eden Project and partners to spend 17 minutes a day in nature wherever you are, whatever the weather.

Research shows that spending at least two hours a week in nature is associated with better health and wellbeing. That’s just 17 minutes a day.

Walk. Play. Pause. Grow. Notice. Simply be.

National Association of Local Councils is helping people get their 17 of green.

How will you get your 17 of green?

(Side note from SWTC - why not enjoy a stroll around the Common, or Bridge End Garden in Saffron Walden?)

Find ideas and resources at Greentime17.com

15/10/2026

Sharing on behalf of Essex Highways

Temporary Traffic Regulation Order of Byrds Farm Lane, Saffron Walden

Please click on the following link https://one.network/?tm=GB152532292, or via the link in our bio, to find details of the intended closure of Byrds Farm Lane, due to commence on 9th November 2026 for 29 days.

The closure is required for the safety of the public and workforce while Cadent Gas undertakes mains replacement.

14/10/2026

Sharing of views at Jubilee Hub’s Community Lunch!

The Jubilee Hub Partnership team met last Wednesday (7 October) for a Community Lunch. Residents who attended enjoyed a complimentary lunch, chatted with partners and also had the opportunity to share their views on the services and facilities at Jubilee Hub.

Saffron Walden Town Council (SWTC) is once again seeking the views and opinions of Saffron Walden residents. It is particularly keen to hear from residents who attended activities at Jubilee Hub, to understand which elements of the service were most important to them. SWTC also welcomes feedback from those who do not currently use the services, to understand the reasons why.

A SWTC spokesperson said, “there is still time to have your say – and everyone will be entered into a draw to win a £30 voucher! The consultation closes at 12 noon on Friday 06 November 2026 – you can complete the survey;
• Online at saffronwalden.gov.uk/news/jubilee-hub-consultation-2026/
• Or by collecting a paper copy from Jubilee Hub or Tourist Information Centre.”

Responses from this consultation will help to inform the future direction, improve the offering and services delivered from Jubilee Hub - the data will similarly be used to make further improvements to the building and infrastructure – and by illustrating a strong community voice, it will also support a substantial bid to The National Lottery.
charity UCAN Charity Jubilee Hub Saffron Walden The Enterprise East Group CIC

Photo by Walden Local.

14/10/2026

Nominations Open for the Freedom of Saffron Walden

At the September 2026 Saffron Walden Town Council meeting; it was resolved to adopt a Freedom of Saffron Walden Policy

The policy enables Council to recognise living residents who have made an exceptional, sustained and demonstrable contribution to the life, wellbeing, reputation or development of Saffron Walden.

Following the policy’s adoption, nominations are invited from community organisations, local groups, residents and others with a clear connection to Saffron Walden.

Nominees must be living residents of Saffron Walden and should have brought significant public benefit to the town.

How to apply

Anyone wishing to nominate an individual should complete the Council’s nomination form and provide as much detail and supporting evidence as possible about the nominee’s service, its impact and why the honour would be appropriate.

The policy and nomination form can be found online at saffronwalden.gov.uk/news/freedomofsw/ (under the News section of our website - link in bio!)

Completed nomination forms should be emailed to [email protected] or posted to Saffron Walden Town Council, Town Hall, Saffron Walden, CB10 1HR.

Deadline: 9.00 am on Monday 14 December 2026.

Submitted nominations will be considered by Council at its January 2027 meeting, any successful nominations will be awarded at the February 2027 SWTC meeting.