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Walden Castle Ruins – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

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Walden Castle Ruins – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

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Walden Castle Ruins – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

00:44

6.96km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 26, 2026

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3.54 km

Walden Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

The 12th-century Walden Castle, built or expanded by Geoffrey de Mandeville, the first Earl of Essex, is in ruins. After the medieval period, the castle fell into disuse and much …

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3.83 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Saffron Walden

Highlight • Historical Site

St Mary the Virgin, Saffron Walden is the largest parish church in Essex.[24] The church dates mainly from the end of the 15th century, when an old smaller church was …

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5.19 km

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.

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6.96 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.72 km

2.66 km

246 m

242 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.47 km

2.95 km

265 m

214 m

< 100 m

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Friday 26 June

32°C

19°C

42 %

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Walden Castle Ruins – Saffron Walden — Market Town loop from Saffron Walden

Walden Castle Ruins

St Mary the Virgin Church, Saffron Walden

Saffron Walden — Market Town

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