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Independent shops, cosy cafés and local favourites.
Get to know the places that make our town special.

STILL LOCAL.
What brings you to town?
Meet your next favourite.
Eat & drinkMonty's Cafe and Bistro
A family-run, vintage-style café and bistro on Cross Street, serving breakfasts, lunches, great coffee and tea. Dog friendly, with seating outside for sunny days.
ShoppingLloyds Family Butchers
A family-run butcher on George Street, offering premium, high-welfare meat from trusted farms. Expect 28-day dry-aged Scotch beef, homemade sausages and burgers, seasonal game and expert, friendly advice.
Health & beautyBoots Opticians
The Saffron Walden branch of Boots Opticians on the High Street, offering eye tests, prescription glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses. NHS patients welcome, and appointments can be booked online.
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