It is the first time the event, run by the East Anglian Traction Engine Society, has been held at Carver Barracks, on the former Debden aerodrome.
Organisers said there were 12 full-sized steam engines and around 25 miniatures taking part.
There were also tractors, classic cars and motorbikes, alongside a traditional fairground, trade and craft stalls, and refreshments.
The event is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers.
Last year the event did not run because of the pandemic.
Michael Pumfrey said: "The increased space allowed for a greater variety of vintage exhibits than ever before, including a Burrell steam road locomotive formerly owned by late Saffron Walden Mayor, Steve Neville.
"The support from the public was outstanding, it was lovely to see crowds of smiling faces again, enjoying everything the show had to offer."
The show will return to Carver Barracks on April 22 and 23, 2023.
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One of the vintage vehicles at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Smiling participants at Saffron Walden Crank Up 2022 (Image: Saffron Photo)
Steam-powered vehicles at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Fun at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
A miniature steam-powered vehicle at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Vintage vehicles at Saffron Walden Crank Up, Carver Barracks, Wimbish (Image: Saffron Photo)
Miniature vintage vehicles at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
One of the classic cars at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Crowds admiring classic cars at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Classic cars at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Classic cars on display at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Classic motorbikes on show at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
Vintage motorbikes at Saffron Walden Crank Up 2022 (Image: Saffron Photo)
The traditional funfair at Saffron Walden Crank Up (Image: Saffron Photo)
The traditional funfair at Saffron Walden Crank Up 2022 (Image: Saffron Photo)
Youngsters at Saffron Walden Crank Up, Wimbish (Image: Saffron Photo)
Saffron Walden Crank Up at Carver Barracks, Wimbish (Image: Saffron Photo)
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