Walden Collection

Saffron Walden / 1909
Saffron Walden, Essex: the town centre

Saffron Walden by Madge Howard
Saffron Walden in Essex, East Anglia, UK, showing a peaceful high street with half-timbered houses with pageting (decorated plaster work typical of the region) during the summer months

William Hale
WILLIAM HALE Well-fed resident of Kings Walden, Hertfordshire, with his autograph Date: 1749 - 1829

Lord Howard de Walden and daughter
Lord Howard de Walden (1880-1946) pictured with his eldest daughter The Hon. Bonwen Scott-Ellis and her Olympia Childrens Hunter Class winning horse, Winnie. Date: 1923

Saffron Walden by Madge Howard
Saffron Walden in Essex, East Anglia, UK, featuring a street of half-timbered houses with pageting (the decorative plaster work typical of the region) covered with snow on a peaceful starry evening

Thoreaus Pond
Walden Pond, where the American writer Thoreau spent two years studying nature and thinking deep thoughts. His cabin was built on land owned by Emerson near Concord

Tatler cover - Lady Howard de Walden
Front cover of The Tatler featuring Margherita van Raalte who was engaged to be married to Lord Howard de Walden. Best-known for organising Queen Charlottes Ball

Lord Howard de Walden in libel suit
Lord Howard de Walden (Thomas Evelyn Scott-Ellis, 8th Baron Howard de Walden, 4th Baron Seaford, 1880-1946) in the witness box

Old Houses, Church Street, Saffron Walden, Essex - Hart and Son, Saffron Walden postcard

Approaching Saffron Walden, Essex Date: circa 1950

Not a Word! Personalities at the Derby by The Tout
Not a Word! Everyone know this years Derby winner. What they may be doing just before the race on June 6. Caricatures of notable personalities of the turf drawn by The Tout for The Tatler magazine

Interesting personalities of the racing world
Page from The Tatler featuring various well-known personalities of the racing world. Clockwise from top left, jockey Danny Maher and Sir E

Market Square and Corn Exchage, Saffron Walden, Essex Date: 1954

Aspens glow with fall color, Colorado, Walden, USA

Grand view of aspen forest and a pond near the Continental Divide, Colorado, Walden, USA

Aspen forest provides a piece of heaven, Colorado, Walden, USA

Aspen Leaf Close-up, Colorado, Walden, USA

Vistas show off miles of fall aspen forests, Colorado, Walden, USA

Aspen Tree Trunks, Colorado, Walden, USA

Aspens glow bright orange in late afternoon sun, Colorado, Walden, USA

Diamond Pond reflects a stand of aspens, in Colorado, Walden, USA

Continental Divide mountains and aspens, Colorado, Walden, USA

Autumn aspens stand proud in Colorado, Walden, USA

Fall aspens glowing brilliantly in Colorado, Walden, USA

Saffron Walden Hospital, Essex - postcard published W. Thompson, Saffron Walden, 1915 Date: 1915

North Chapel Saffron Walden Church Essex Postcard
North, Chapel, Saffron, Walden, Church, Essex, postcard, published, W, Thompson, 1915, , 13974473

Market Square, Saffron Walden, Essex - postcard published W. Thompson, Saffron Walden, 1914 Date: 1914

Lion Lodge Audley End Suffolk Postcard Published
Lion, Lodge, Audley, End, Suffolk, postcard, published, by, Guy, Saffron, Walden, 1915, , 13974466

Corn Exchange, Saffron Walden, Essex - Hart and Son postcard Saffron Walden

Bridge Street, Saffron Walden, Essex - postcard published W. Thompson, Saffron Walden, 1914 Date: 1914

Torquay - from Walden Hill

Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret playing in a sandpit
Princesses Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) (1926-) and Margaret (1930-2002), daughters of the Duke and Duchess of York playing in a sandpit at St

York Roses, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret, informal outdoor photograph by a pillar. With description, York Roses; Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret

Lord Howard de Walden, illustration by W Howard Robinson, in fencing outfit with epee and face guard. Captioned I was ever a fighter'

Brian Walden, Edward Heath and Peter Shore
Edward Heath (Conservative politician, 1916-2005) and Peter Shore (Labour politician, 1924-2001), with the television interviewer and former Labour politician Brian Walden (b 1932). Date: circa 1980s

Brian Walden, TV journalist and former Labour politician
Brian Walden (b 1932), television journalist and broadcaster, and former Labour politician. Seen here on Westminster Bridge, London, with the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben in the background

Roy Hattersley with Brian Walden
Roy Hattersley (Roy Sydney George Hattersley, Baron Hattersley, b 1932), British Labour politician, writer and journalist, served as Deputy Leader of the Labour Party 1983-1992

Ricky Walden & Mark Selby World Snooker Championship World Snooker Championship The Crucible, Sheffield, England 19 April 2009 Date: 19 April 2009

Ricky Walden England World Snooker Championship The Crucible, Sheffield, England 19 April 2009 Date: 19 April 2009

High Walden Ridden By Willie Ryan 16 May 2000 Date: 16 May 2000

Lord Howard De Walden Race Horse Owner 11 November 1993 Date: 11 November 1993

Henry David Thoreau, pub. C. 1854 (lithograph)
5055709 Henry David Thoreau, pub. C. 1854 (lithograph) by Rowse, Samuel Worcester (1822-1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

Members who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b / w photo)
1600296 Members who did not sit in the Last Parliament (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members who did not sit in the Last Parliament)

North Yorkshire DL8 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of North Yorkshire DL8 4

USA, Colorado, Walden. Black-tailed prairie dog close-up. Credit as: Fred Lord / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, Colorado, Walden. Black-tailed prairie dogs close-up. Credit as: Fred Lord / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Henry David Thoreau, pub. c1854. Creator: Samuel Worcester Rowse (1822 - 1901)
Henry David Thoreau, pub. C. 1854 (lithograph). Henry David Thoreau (1817 - 1862); Poet; philosopher; journalist; male; portrait; author; Walden; transcendentalist

Portrait of the artist and composer Herwarth Walden (1878-1941), 1918. Private Collection

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"Walden: A Captivating Journey Through Time and Personalities" Step into the enchanting town of Saffron Walden, where history intertwines with captivating tales. In 1909, a remarkable book titled "Saffron Walden" by Madge Howard took readers on an immersive journey through this picturesque place. The author's words painted vivid images of its beauty and charm. Among the notable figures associated with Saffron Walden is William Hale, who played a significant role in shaping its development. However, it was Lord Howard de Walden and his daughter who truly left their mark on this quaint town. Their presence graced not only the pages of Tatler magazine but also adorned its cover – Lady Howard de Walden radiating elegance and grace. But Saffron Walden wasn't just about glamour; it had its fair share of scandals too. "Not a Word. Personalities at the Derby" exposed some hidden truths behind closed doors while shedding light on the vibrant personalities that frequented this renowned event. Unfortunately, fame comes with its challenges as Lord Howard de Walden found himself embroiled in a libel suit. Despite facing adversity head-on, he remained steadfast in defending his reputation. Amidst all these stories lies another important aspect – Saffron Walden Hospital in Essex. This institution served as a beacon of hope for countless individuals seeking healing and care during their most vulnerable moments. Walden is more than just a name; it represents an amalgamation of rich narratives that have shaped both people's lives and the very essence of this charming town throughout history. From Thoreau's Pond to Lady Howard de Walden's influence, each thread weaves together to create an intricate tapestry that continues to captivate visitors even today.