Saffron Walden Museum
Museum Overview
The Saffron Walden Museum is located in Saffron Walden in Essex. It is located on the Walden Castle grounds and inside you can discover a world of hidden treasures in one of the country’s oldest local purpose-built museums.
The museum collections include Ancient Egypt, Archaeology, geology, social history, natural history and more. Items include stone axes, Samurai armour, spears and swords, there is even an Egyptian Mummy and a glove that was given away by Mary Queen of Scots on the eve of her execution.
Kids can have fun excavating in their archaeological sandpit, meet Wallace the Lion and explore the natural history discovery centre. There is a rolling programme of exhibitions, activities and events, throughout the year. You can also picnic in the grounds next to the ruins of the 12th-century Walden castle.
Further Information Saffron Walden Museum
Is there food and drink available?
There are places nearby serving food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.
What are the main things to do?
A museum with a world of hidden treasures in one of the country’s oldest local purpose-built museums. There are toilets.
What are the ticket prices?
Adults are £2.50 and children under 18 years are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
There is parking nearby, charges may apply.
When are they open?
The museum is open from Sunday to Wednesday for most of the year. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Only registered assistance dogs are permitted.
Are they accessible?
