B184 Essex Country Road: Ongar to Saffron Walden
Follow the B184 corridor north from Ongar across rural Essex, through Dunmow and Thaxted towards Saffron Walden. Long countryside sections and successive villages make an accessible point-to-point alternative to a motorway run.
Driving roads near Chipping Ongar and Saffron Walden. Nearby visits are optional. · 28 miles · 57 minutes estimated driving · Point-to-point
Photo: @ Robin Webster / Geograph
Highlights along the way
Thaxted
The B184 passes through this historic Essex town; stopping and parking are independent choices.
Before you set off
Respect the frequent village limits and allow for farm traffic. The route ends on a driving road at Saffron Walden; parking and town visits are separate choices. Check current road closures, vehicle suitability and weather before travel. Driving time excludes stops and live traffic. The route follows through-roads; all visits off the line are independent optional detours.