This is the first issue in the new series, which will be published annually. Read about the more familiar aspects of Saffron Walden whilst shedding new light on their histories, as well as the long read by Martin Rose.
The latest edition of the Saffron Walden Historical Journal (Series 3, No 1 – Spring 2026) is now on sale (£10) at the Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre, Harts bookshop, the Town Museum and the Saffron Walden Historical Society.
Articles in this issue include:
The Makers of Saffron Walden Cemetery
Patrick Hawke-Smith
The Reverend Brinkworth
Stephen Rapkin
From Newport Pond to Woburn Abbey
Martin Rose
Fairs and Markets of Saffron Walden
Malcolm White
Obituary: John Maddams
Zophia Everett
A Knight, His Heraldic Badge & An Ashdon Field
Simon Coxall & Jeremy Curzon
LISTED! St Peter’s Church, Littlebury Green
Helen Lunnon
Additionally, there are three book reviews and commentary on past & future Society talks
ISSN: 0307 8205




