EXPLORE THE LOCAL AREA

The historic market town of Saffron Walden is just a short drive from the farm. Browse independent shops, visit the town’s medieval church and famous turf maze, or grab a coffee and cake at one of the high street’s cafes. The weekly market is worth a visit for local produce and artisan goods.

One of England’s grandest country houses, Audley End is an English Heritage estate just minutes from Pepples Farm. The house, gardens and parkland make for a perfect half day visit, and the kitchen garden and organic shop are worth the trip alone.

Cambridge is just fifteen minutes from Pepples Farm by car. Go punting on the Backs, visit King’s College Chapel, explore the Fitzwilliam Museum or wander the market square. It’s one of the most beautiful cities in England and the perfect day out during your stay.

The countryside around Wimbish is crisscrossed with footpaths and bridleways. The Harcamlow Way long distance path passes close by, and there are several circular walks from the farm gate. Pull on your boots and explore.

A curated shortlist of the best pubs and restaurants within a short drive of Pepples Farm. The Cricketers Arms, Rickling Green (about 15 minutes from the farm) An AA Rosette awarded country pub overlooking a picture perfect village cricket green. The seasonal menus are crafted by chef and owner Harry Kodagoda using locally sourced ingredients, and the oak beamed bar and stylish restaurant feel just the right side of special without being stuffy. In summer you can dine al fresco watching the cricket. It\u2019s part of the Chestnut group and consistently well reviewed. The kind of place you book for a long Sunday lunch and don't leave until teatime. The Eight Bells, Saffron Walden (5 miles, in the heart of town) A 16th century timber framed pub on Bridge Street with a beautifully modern interior and a seasonal British menu that changes with the chef\u2019s choice of fresh ingredients. Locally sourced produce, a carefully curated wine list and a gin collection worth exploring. The converted barn dining space is a lovely surprise. Perfect for an evening out after a day wandering Saffron Walden's independent shops. The Restaurant on Church Street, Saffron Walden (5 miles) This is the one for a special evening. An intimate, candlelit restaurant tucked away on Church Street serving modern European cuisine with a contemporary North African influence. Chef and proprietor Hassan Shamkh uses locally sourced produce to create dishes that are beautifully presented and genuinely memorable. The fillet steak, scallops and mango passion fruit are frequently singled out. Book ahead as it's small and deservedly popular. Open Tuesday to Saturday evenings only. The Tickell Arms, Whittlesford (about 25 minutes, just south of Cambridge) A Grade II listed former coaching inn with seasonal modern British menus, wood burning stoves, a conservatory overlooking a Victorian walled rose garden and pond, and an extensive wine list. Part of the well regarded Cambscuisine group. The Tickell is the sort of place that feels like a destination in its own right. Ideal if you're combining a trip into Cambridge with a proper dinner.

London Liverpool Street is under an hour by train from Audley End station. It’s entirely possible to spend a morning in London and be back in the copper bath by teatime.