SPOTLIGHT
Don’t miss Audley End Miniature Railway’s brand-new Summer Festival, taking place 19 July to 31 August. Perfect for family days out, it promises magic, creativity, music HEADS UP!
and joy. Find out more at audley-end-railway.co.uk
Audley End Miniature Railway promises a fun-filled family day out. Further out of town, but a worthy addition to any itinerary, sits Saffron Grange – a boutique family-run vineyard that specialises in English sparkling wine. This summer, the team will be launching a brand-new style of sparkling wine to add to its dazzling portfolio from July onwards. Join a vineyard tour and tasting to explore the vineyard, taste some award-winning wines and learn more about the craft and care that goes into producing every single bottle. Friday evenings mean Sundowners at Saffron Grange, to unwind with a glass of bubbles and enjoy delicious bites from different food trucks each week, from 5 to 9pm. Meanwhile, as the weekend draws to a close, return for Slowdown Sundays – relaxed afternoons of great food, wine and stunning views from 11am to 4pm.
venue for audiences across the East of England, London and beyond. Some of the world’s finest performers regularly appear on stage or take part in the venue’s school and community programmes, including Nicola Benedetti, Jess Gillam, Kathryn Tickell, Joyce DiDonato, Courtney Pine, Britten Sinfonia, London Philharmonic Orchestra and Aurora Orchestra. Be sure to catch a concert here if you can, or see a screening at the not-for-profit independent cinema, Saffron Screen, which is also
located within the grounds of Saffron Walden County High School. Finally, as golden hour settles over the rooftops, make your way along to The Railway Arms, a community-owned pub promising a warm welcome and strong commitment to serving local brews. Further afield If you’re extending your break, factor in a visit to the stunning Jacobean Audley End House and Gardens. Run by English Heritage, the property is easily reached via a half-hour walk from the centre of town or a short bus or car ride. Next door, the
BRICKS OR BUBBLES Visit the historic St Mary’s Church (top) or Saffron Grange Vineyard (above)
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