Heritage Live Concert Series: Audley End

The concert site at Audley End is situated just off London Road (the B1383), about one mile west of Saffron Walden town centre. By car, the easiest approach is via the M11 motorway: take exit 8 (Harlow/Hertford) off the M11, then follow the A120 and B1383 toward Saffron Walden and Audley End. From Cambridge or the north, use M11 exit 10 toward Saffron Walden (via the A505 and B184). From central London it is typically around an hour’s drive, depending on traffic. Free parking is available on site (with overflow on grass), but note the main vehicle gate is limited in height, so very large vehicles should check ahead or contact event staff.

If you prefer public transport, the nearest station is Audley End (about 2 miles from the venue). Regular trains run from London Liverpool Street (via Bishop’s Stortford) and from Cambridge to Audley End station. From there you can take a short taxi or rideshare directly to the site. Buses also link Audley End station with Saffron Walden (Service 301 and others), and once in town you can grab a taxi or even cycle the final mile to Audley End. Coaches run from London and nearby cities to Saffron Walden; from the town centre Audley End is just a few minutes by taxi.

The closest airport is London Stansted, about 15–20 miles away. From Stansted, you can take the train to Cambridge (or Tottenham Hale) and change to another train to Audley End, or catch the local 301 bus into Saffron Walden and then a short taxi. Other London airports (Heathrow, Luton) are farther (roughly 50–60 miles); travellers using those can take a train into central London and then catch a direct service to Audley End. Regional airports like Cambridge (13 miles) or London City (35 miles) are also options, with onward road or rail links to reach the concert site.

Since this event spans multiple days, many visitors make a weekend of it and book nearby lodging. There is no onsite camping, but Saffron Walden has a variety of hotels, inns and B&Bs within a short drive or taxi ride of Audley End. The nearby city of Cambridge (about 20 minutes by train or car) offers many more accommodation options, and many hotels can also be found near Stansted Airport if you prefer to stay by the airport. It is wise to book early, as summer weekends can sell out fast. After the concerts, late-night trains do run from Audley End station, but taxis and local buses are available if you miss the last train home.