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The Cricketers

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A restaurant with wooden tables and benches, potted plants, and hanging pendant lights.
A bar area with shelves of various liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a potted plant with flowers.
A meticulously landscaped garden with a central fountain, surrounded by geometrically trimmed hedges and various shrubs.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and a view of the outdoors through an open door.
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance, and a well-maintained lawn in front.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Explore the area

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Wicken Road, Clavering, Saffron Walden, England, CB11 4QT
  • Place, Audley End House
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Mountfitchet Castle
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Imperial War Museum Duxford
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Best)

A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Deluxe Double Room (Best)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Better)

A bedroom with a large bed, a window, a wall-mounted artwork, and a mirror.

Superior Double Room (Better)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wall-mounted mirror, and a view of the outdoors through an open door.

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Saffron Walden

At The Cricketers, you'll be 8.9 km (5.5 mi) from Audley End House and 10.1 km (6.3 mi) from Market Square. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Cricketers, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Saffron Walden inn include Bridge End Gardens and Mountfitchet Castle.
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What's nearby

  • Prior's Hall Barn - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Audley End House - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Mountfitchet Castle - 14 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Imperial War Museum Duxford - 15 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Bridge End Gardens - 16 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Newport Station - 9 min drive
  • London (STN-Stansted) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rose and Crown - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wood Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Village Chippy - ‬11 min drive

About this property

The Cricketers

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at The Cricketers. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Saffron Walden inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Cricketers offers 20 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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  • Parking included
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  • Bar
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cricketers

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 77/SB/13556821/07

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Cricketers?

The Cricketers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cricketers?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cricketers on 11 Oct 2026 start from AU$175, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Cricketers?

Yep, The Cricketers has a free self car park.

Is The Cricketers family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a picnic area, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Cricketers is a hit with families.

Does The Cricketers serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered at The Cricketers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cricketers?

No, The Cricketers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Cricketers?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cricketers?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Cricketers?

Dogs are welcome at The Cricketers, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

The Cricketers Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 321 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 321 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 321 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 321 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 321 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here. Rooms are perfect and pub is great for food and drinks. Staff are always friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff members are a credit to the establishment Beautiful food well run restaurant and accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We needed a night, close by as attending a family wedding and the cricketers was in the perfect location. The pub is fab and foods excellent, accommodation was as expected.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Moya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy our stay, room very comfortable and the breakfast and pub food always enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed was great. Check in was very easy and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Lovely pub. Nice accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely glorious stay. Super staff, comfortable room and bed and delicious dinner and breakfast. Could ask for nothing more.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Moya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking easy and convenient. Food excellent both evening meal and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast as always great and good service in the evening. The room was not as nice as the ones across the road in terms of space but I booked late and you were busy so understandable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming historic country pub draped in wisteria at this time of year. Our room was in a modern courtyard which blended very well with the original building. Room clean and well planned. Excellent breakfast - nice thick bacon and delicious sausages.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely country pub Great food Room very nice Road noise so take ear plugs!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean spacious room with a comfortable bed. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the food was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great good hot selection, staff willing to alter english breakfast to your taste.Also fresh greek yoghurt and summer fruits compote,apple and orange juice.Fresh milk available for your room just ask...
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Thankyou!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, warm community m, great breakfast, and great drinks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely food and beers, roaring fire in the bar / restaurant area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Moya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are always superb as is the breakfast and evening meal. Rooms always spotless. We have stayed here on four different occasions, clearly because we are always very happy with The Cricketers
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great history with pub accompanied by great staff who made us very welcome. Food great and our overall stay was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are friendly and the drink and food were really nice. Rooms are very well done but I stayed in one room above the pub and the shower had very little pressure. The rooms over the other side of the car park are more modern and really nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zacchary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Room, Great Food, Friendly Staff - Lovely Stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Graham Hughes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely pub, with excellent staff. Food was very nice and room was nice, clean and confortable. The pub was lovely, open fire etc and had a nice atmosphere. I will certainly be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good food, comfortable beed and easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely, staff very helpful and breakfast excellent. Had a very good dinner there too. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025