Welcome to Arkesden

Arkesden is a small village located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England. The village is situated on a hill and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Arkesden has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historical landmarks and buildings in the village that reflect this. The village is home to a small but tight-knit community, and there are many local events and activities that take place throughout the year.

One of the most notable landmarks in Arkesden is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. Another historical building in the village is the Arkesden Hall, which was built in the 16th century and is now a private residence. The village also has a pub, the Axe and Compass, which is a popular spot for locals to gather and socialize.

Arkesden is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are many walking and cycling routes that offer stunning views of the surrounding area. The village is also located close to the town of Saffron Walden, which has a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and a cinema. Overall, Arkesden is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Clavering Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Rosalind Allsop	Stortford Road Clavering Saffron Walden Essex CB11 4PE 01799550300 School Website
Newport Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Rebecca Pine	Frambury Lane Newport Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3PU 01799540055 School Website
Joyce Frankland Academy Newport Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Duncan Roberts	Bury Water Lane Newport Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3TR 01799540237 School Website
Rickling Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Tracey Bratley	Rickling Green Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3YG 01799543274 School Website
Saffron Walden County High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Polly Lankester	Audley End Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 4UH 01799513030 School Website
Chrishall Holy Trinity And St Nicholas C Of E Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tracey Bratley	Palmers Lane Chrishall Royston Essex SG8 8QE 01763838592 School Website
Katherine Semar Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Puxley	Ross Close Saffron Walden Essex CB11 4DU 01799521120 School Website
Katherine Semar Infant School Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Puxley	Ross Close Saffron Walden Essex CB11 4DU 01799521720 School Website
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Saffron Walden Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mary Jo Hall	South Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3DW 01799523248 School Website
R A Butler Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Vincent	South Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3DG 01799523652 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Audley End Station Road, Wendons Ambo, Essex, CB11 4LB 2.47 Miles

Newport (Essex) Station Road, Newport, Essex, CB11 3PL 2.52 Miles

Great Chesterford Station Road, Great Chesterford, Essex, CB10 1NY 5.19 Miles

Elsenham Station Road, New Road, Elsenham, Essex, CM22 6HA 5.60 Miles

Stansted Mountfitchet Station Road, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, CM24 8BE 6.31 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
First Class Cars 01799 541048 13 Gaces Acre, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3RE 2.37 Miles
3A Taxis 01799 668247 Audley End Railway Station, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4LB 2.42 Miles
Audley End Taxi Cabs 01799 668247 The Hangar, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4LH 3.12 Miles
Diamond Cars 01799 542001 59 High Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 8RN 3.67 Miles
Marions Taxi Service 01279 777323 2 Mead View, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 0HY 3.95 Miles
Pgs Private Hire 07769 705225 Victoria Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3AF 4.40 Miles
Aaa Taxi Transfers 01799 668166 Sheds Lane, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 2AB 4.53 Miles
Ollie's Wheelchair-Friendly Taxis 01799 508240 Business &Amp; Technology Centre Shire Hill, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3AQ 4.70 Miles
Minet Private Hire Ltd 01799 513111 Stanstead House, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3AQ 4.70 Miles
Select Cars 01799 525500 Stansted House/Shire Hill, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3AQ 4.70 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Main St Arkesden (Ex Po) Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Hobbs Aerie Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Little Becketts Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Stickling Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clatterbury Lane Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Upper Wicken Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Hill Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clanver End Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:45
Wicken House Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mill End Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Butts Green Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Skeins Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Duddenhoe End Village Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Roast Green Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Clavering Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Enhanced Access Nutts Pcn 01799 544643	Newport Surgery Frambury Lane, Newport Essex CB11 3PY
Newport Surgery 01799 540570	The Surgery Frambury Lane, Newport Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3PY
The Gold Street Surgery 01799 525325	The Gold Street Surgery Gold Street Saffron Walden Essex CB10 1EJ
Lord Butler Lesiure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Peaslands Road Saffron Walden CB11 3EG
Lord Butler Lesiure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Peaslands Road Saffron Walden CB11 3EG

Local Stores

Stansted Mountfitchet - Church Road
Church Road
Stansted Mountfitchet
Essex
CM24 8BE
01279 817715
Store Website
6.31 miles

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SPAR - Clavering Supermarket
SPAR Clavering Supermarket
Stortford Road
Clavering
CB11 4PE
020 8243 6060
Store Website
1.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Saffron Walden Veterinary Clinic
77 Rowntree Way Saffron Walden Essex CB11 4BY 01799 522755 info@stortvet.com Website 3.85 miles
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The Thaxted Vets Ltd
42 Shire Hill Saffron Waldren Essex CB11 3AQ 01799 521060 4.67 miles

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Mercer &Amp; Hughes
14 Radwinter Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3JB 01799 522082 enquiries@mercerandhughes.co.uk Website 4.71 miles
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Mercer &Amp; Hughes
80 Cambridge Road Stansted Essex CM24 8DA 01279 813780 stansted@mercerandhughes.co.uk Website 5.98 miles
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Royston Vet Centre
Flint Cross Royston Cambridgeshire SG8 7PN 01763 242221 info@roystonvets.com Website 6.92 miles

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Bishops Stortford Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Goodliffe Park Stansted Road Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 5PP 01279 710750 bishopsstortford@vets4pets.com 7.31 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Littlebury Green
Unnamed Road Lancashire 2.29 miles Cb11 4Xe Is The Nearest Postcode. Look Out For The Lay-By With The Footpath Sign.

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The Outskirts Of Elmdon
Hertford Ln 3.56 miles Nearest Postcode Is Cb11 4Nh, But If You Are Driving Through Elmdon, The Parking Area Is Just Past The Village Limits Sign.

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Thaxted Windmill
Margaret St Thaxted Dunmow CM6 2QN 8.30 miles Cm6 2Qn Is The Postcode For The Car Park

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Therfied Heath (Royston)
Therfield Heath Next To Royston Is Doggie Heaven. Hundreds Of Dogs Are Walked Here Every Day Across The Heath And Golf Course All On Public Land. Easy To Walk For Miles Along The Many Paths. You Can Enjoy A Pint At The Heath Sports Cafe Royston Golf Club Baldock Rd Royston SG8 5BG 8.89 miles

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Therfield Heath
Therfield Heath Consists Of Open Fields And Countryside. You Will Experience Some Great Views, Looking Out Across South Cambridgeshire. SG8 5BJ 9.13 miles Therfield Heath Can Be Reached From The A505 At Junction 9 Of The A1m And Head For Royston. At The Second Roundabout Leave The A505 Onto Baldock Road, With The Car Park On The Right.

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Bishops Stortford
A Choice Of Two Walks To Complete (Or Combine The Two), Allowing You And Your Dog To Explore The South West Corner Of Bishop's Stortford, Linking Together Five East Herts Council Managed Open Spaces. Follow The Waymarked (Green And Orange) Routes Along Grass Footpaths, Bridleways And Tarmaced Paths. CM23 4BH 9.35 miles Southern Country Park Car Park Off Thorley Lane (East), Bishop’S Stortford.

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