Recommended Links

The following websites provide excellent resources for local historical research and come recommended by the Society's members
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Old Maps of Essex

Old Essex Maps is a site that lists and displays antique maps of Essex, including information on many other aspects of historical maps.
Old Maps of Essex
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Essex Society for Family History

The Essex Society for Family History (Saffron Walden Branch) can offer help to those researching their family history.
Family History Website
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Recorders of Uttlesford History

The RUH is a network of Local History Recorders and other historians which covers most of the towns and villages of NW Essex. They offer an excellent website packed with historical articles, and includes further links to local history societies.
RUH Website
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Tourist Information Office

TIC at Saffron Walden stocks a wide range of history books, maps, local information and souvenirs and can also arrange local accommodation for visitors.
Tourism Office
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Essex Record Office

ERO in Chelmsford conserves a vast range of original documents relating to the town and villages. No appointment is necessary, but requests for documents can be sent in advance via the SEAX catalogue of holdings.
ERO Office Website
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Saffron Walden Museum

The Museum has a wealth of displays, including the history of the town and local areas. Documents from its archives can be viewed but by appointment only. The Museum Society website has details of events and exhibitions at the museum.
Museum Website
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Gibson Library, Saffron Walden

Situated upstairs at the library in Market Square, and offers thousands of reference books and archival resources for visiting researchers.
Gibson Library Website