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Life, Loss + Lemon Drizzle

A chance to think about death. Think about your Funeral. Ask questions. Air your thoughts. For people of all faiths and doubts. 10:00 am on Wednesday 19 August at Cafe Cornell, Smallbridge Road, Saffron Walden, More ...

St Mary's Summer Picnic - All Welcome

Taking place in St Mary's churchyard 3 - 5pm Sunday 23rd August. Bring your own picnic, rugs or blankets, or chairs (the ground is quite uneven). The church will be open to access drinking water and toilet facilities. Garden activities for children and .. More ...

Thaxted Arts and Crafts Fair - Saturday 17th October 2026 10am-4pm

Supporting Thaxted Church. there are 60+ stalls showcasing pottery to painting and glassware to woodwork, plus a selection of local artisan food and drinks producers and will be running our popular children’s trail. Free Admission. More ...

Ride and Stride Saturday 12th September 2026

The money raised goes to Friends of Essex Churches which has helped us financially with our projects' interested please contact John Pickthorn jejpickthorn@gmail.com 01799 523 311 More ...

Parish News

Latest copy of our Parish News. This edition will also be available in print at the back of the church and in the tourist office. More ...

Bellringers - Heritage Open Days – 19th + 20th September 2026

As part of the Heritage Open Days national events, the bell ringers will be celebrating the art of church bell ringing at St Mary's, and the church will be offering refreshments and tours. There will be a travelling mini-ring in the churchyard, open to... More ...

It's Not Just Policy, It's Personal

This is a Church of England campaign to raise awareness of how to recognise and report safeguarding concerns. At the centre of every safeguarding concern is a person who has taken the difficult step of disclosing harm or risk. Creating a safe space for More ...

Steeplejacks on St Mary's Spire 22 May 2026

Recently one of the lightning conductors at the top of our spire was repaired. Thanks to John Mumford for this close up of the steeplejack at the top of the spire. More ...

New Area Dean for Saffron Walden

The Bishop of Chelmsford, the Rt Rev’d Dr Guli Francis-Dehqani has announced that the Rev’d Gary Fleming will be the next Area Dean of Saffron Walden. More ...

TINIES is moving back into St Mary’s Church on Tuesday 14th April

Tinies is a special session for babies and pre-school age children with parents and carers, with toys, crafts, snacks, and a short service with a Bible story, songs and prayers. Held during term time on a Tuesday morning in the church. Come along from... More ...

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