Welcome!
Saffron Walden Initiative is an independent, non-political, non-profit making Company. Membership is open to anyone who cares about the lovely market town of Saffron Walden.
Check out our Community Events, Members Events, Projects and Join Us pages.
2024 DANCE IN THE SQUARE
2023 & 2024 WINSTANLEY CHRISTMAS CHARITY LATE NIGHT SHOPPING
2023 WINSTANLEY CHRISTMAS HOUSE & GARDENS COMPETITION
2023 WINSTANLEY CHRISTMAS BUSINESS & SHOP WINDOWS COMPETITION
2023 WRITE A SONG FOR CHRISTMAS COMPETITION
2023 INITIATIVE 20 YEARS ANNIVERSARY
INITIATIVE STREET FURNITURE SURVEYS
Winstanley Business & Shop Windows Awards
Christmas really has arrived early. Congratulations to everyone who took part. The Initiative arranged 4 successful Xmas events and the feedback has been wonderful.
Visit Saffron Walden for the shopping and the award winning Tuesday and Saturday markets. Many cafes, restaurants and traditional pubs plus a mixture of independent and retail chain shops and stores. Visit the museum, pop into the Tourist Information Centre to receive a free visitor’s information guide.
2023 Remembrance Day Saffron Walden Initiative Wreath
Saffron Walden Initiative (SWI) aims to improve Saffron Walden by working in partnership with local residents, businesses, non-commercial organisations and public agencies to facilitate and promote initiatives to:
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Enhance the town's appearance
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Promote the town and area
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Provide facilities and activities for all ages and interests
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Improve accessibility for residents, visitors and shoppers
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Maintain the vitality of shopping and services
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Develop community spirit
