Uttlesford for Art & Craft Lovers 🎨🧵

#uttlesfordtrips (A cozy 2-day escape to explore creativity in the Essex countryside!) ⸻ Day 1: Galleries, Studios & Handmade Finds 🛬 Arrive & Check-in at The Cricketers Arms in Rickling Green – A charming countryside inn with cozy rooms and local character 🥐 Breakfast at Mini Miss Bread in Saffron Walden – Try fresh-baked sourdough and an oat flat white in this adorable artisan bakery 📍 Morning: Fry Art Gallery in Saffron Walden • Discover hidden gems from local 20th-century artists, including the Great Bardfield group • Enjoy a quiet moment in their peaceful garden 📍 Afternoon: Artisans & Makers at Saffron Walden Market 🧺 • Browse stalls for handmade pottery, candles, and jewelry • Pop into nearby independent shops like Angela Reed for quirky finds 🍽️ Lunch at The Curious Goat Café – Known for its funky art displays and vibrant vegetarian dishes 📍 Evening: Craft Workshop at Creative Walden Studio • Book a spot in a pottery or candle-making class and take home your creation 🍷 Dinner at The Eight Bells – A cozy 16th-century pub with seasonal fare and a rustic vibe ⸻ Day 2: Garden Inspiration & Countryside Calm ☕ Breakfast at Bicicletta Coffee in Saffron Walden – Great espresso and a creative, cycle-themed café 📍 Morning: Visit Bridge End Garden Maze & Dutch Garden • Get lost in the hedge maze or sketch the peaceful floral designs in the walled garden 📍 Afternoon: Thaxted Craft Trail • Visit small workshops and studios tucked around this historic village • Stop by Thaxted Guildhall for rotating exhibits and local art 🍽️ Lunch at The Farmhouse at Thaxted – A hidden gem with fresh, local ingredients and views of the rolling hills 🚖 Departure – With handmade treasures, local art, and countryside inspiration in your bag!