Follies · East of England
Bridge End Garden Summerhouse
In or near Littlebury.
Bridge End Garden Summerhouse — Folly or eyecatcher.

Keith Edkins — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Audley End Miniature Railway · 1.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Bridge End Garden Summerhouse is a folly in Essex, London — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the North West Essex parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Audley End Miniature Railway, about 1.6 km away. Postcode area CB10.
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Official information
The Fry Art Gallery showcases a collection of paintings, prints, and decorative designs primarily from the 20th century, focusing on artists with local connections. It is run by volunteers and hosts various exhibitions throughout its open season from April to October.
Place summary
The Bridge End Garden Summerhouse is a folly located in Saffron Walden, Essex, London. It is notable for its unique architectural design and picturesque setting within the gardens.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0265, 0.2369
- County
- Essex
- District
- Uttlesford
- Parish
- Saffron Walden
- Postcode
- CB10 1BT
- Parliamentary constituency
- North West Essex
- Phone
- +44 1799 513779
- Nearest railway station
- Audley End Miniature Railway — 1.6 km
- Opening
- Tuesday to Friday 2pm–5pm; Saturday 11am–5pm; Sunday and bank holidays 2pm–5pm; closed Monday.
- Official site
- fryartgallery.org
Sources
- osm: w552167405 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bridge End Garden Summerhouse?
- Bridge End Garden Summerhouse is in Essex, London, United Kingdom (postcode CB10 1BT), in the parish of Saffron Walden.
- What is Bridge End Garden Summerhouse?
- Bridge End Garden Summerhouse — Folly or eyecatcher.
- How do I get to Bridge End Garden Summerhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Audley End Miniature Railway, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode CB10 1BT.
- Is Bridge End Garden Summerhouse free to visit?
- Yes, Bridge End Garden Summerhouse is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bridge End Garden Summerhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Audley End Miniature Railway, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CB10 1BT.