"The genteel market town used to have a reputation for being stuffy, old-fashioned and expensive. "If the traditional High Street is dying, Saffron Walden is reinventing it for the 21st Century." ...

From a bustling food scene loved by celebs to medieval architecture and fascinating museums, this quaint town may be small - ...

And beyond heritage, Saffron Walden has a modern high street, high-ranking schools and a market which has reportedly been trading since 1141 - as well as a vibrant food scene. With its picture ...

The town also boasts a burgeoning "foodie scene" and a revitalised high street, successfully combining chain stores with independent businesses. The guide notes that locals compare Saffron Walden ...

Based on schools, transport, broadband speed, mobile signal to culture, green spaces and high street health, The Times has declared Saffron Walden as their winner. The Essex town was ranked number ...

Judges also praised the Saffron Walden's historic looks, its 21st century-fit high street, and its high-class schooling as they placed it top of the rankings. The town dates back to the 1130s and ...

Ultimately, Saffron Walden was named the best place to live in the country by the Sunday Times for the way it is "reinventing" the high street. The paper's judges said: "The genteel market town ...

as well as access to green spaces and the health of the high street. Saffron Walden topped the list for its “knockout historic looks with excellent state schools, a rich cultural offering ...

"If the traditional High Street is dying, Saffron Walden is reinventing it for the 21st Century." Nottinghamshire restrict Essex to a first-innings lead of just 20 and then close on 233-5 to leave ...