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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.
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2025 Winstanley Christmas Late Night Shopping
Poppy Appeal News
Hi Everyone,
Thank you all so much for volunteering for the 2025 Poppy Appeal.
Together we clocked up more than 700 hours during the appeal; we had over 500 knitted / crocheted poppies donated to us, which all sold. While we don’t yet have a final figure as we are still awaiting Gift Aid and QR code totals, we know that we have collected at least £54,000 this year, we couldn’t have done it without you! We certainly hope that you will support us again next year.
If you do have any suggestions or comments on things we could improve on for next year, we would love to hear from you, either by reply to my email shown below or by joining us for a get together at the Kings Arms at 19.00 on 16th December.
Thank you all, once again.
David Noble, Saffron Walden British Legion
Saffron Walden Initiative members at the 2025 Remembrance Day Wreath Laying and Parade
Saffron Walden Initiative was proud to present the re-purposed wreaths from 2024 Remembrance Day at the Swan Meadow Mini Maze. Lots of fun with so many excited shoppers and new visitors. Please keep ordering your wreaths, donating, volunteering etc to keep the British Legion’s funds safe. Huge thanks to David Noble, Mick Birnie and Lisa Courtney for allowing and giving encouragement to do this for the very first time. The Mini Maze has the potential to host occasions and events. We hope you will all enjoy.
Saffron Walden Initiative had a great morning on 28 October at the Waitrose British Legion Poppy stand. We met so many wonderful, generous people and the 4 hour slot just flew by. Thank you to our members who came along to man the stall. Keep supporting the Poppy appeal and remember, they went through two wars to give us a better life.
Photo Copyright Scott Hughes
2025 DANCE IN THE SQUARE
2025 WINSTANLEY CHRISTMAS LATE NIGHT SHOPPING
2024 WINSTANLEY CHRISTMAS BUSINESS & SHOP WINDOWS COMPETITION
WRITE A SONG FOR CHRISTMAS CONCERT
2023 INITIATIVE 20 YEARS ANNIVERSARY
INITIATIVE STREET FURNITURE SURVEYS
Photo (c) Walden Local
COMMUNITY PICNIC ON THE COMMON - Thursday 14th August 2025
Saffron Walden Initiative members, family & friends at the first community picnic.
INITIATIVE MEMBERS LEARN TO PLAY CROQUET
Saffron Walden Initiative members recently had a “taster” session at Newport Croquet Club where they were given informal coaching and practice hitting the ball. They then played a number of rounds guided by experienced Club members. The Initiative visitors greatly enjoyed the chance to play croquet at such a delightful location and, after a refreshments break, many carried on with more practice rounds.
Audley End Miniature Railway Station Master with a group of visiting Saffron Walden Initiative members
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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
