Maldon is at the head of the Blackwater Estuary in Essex. It is one of the oldest towns in the area, most noted for the epic Battle of Maldon in 991AD when the Vikings defeated the Saxons. The English Heritage site of the battlefield area is part of the Coastal Protection Belt. Maldon grew as a town based on specialist trading, mainly for the London markets. The famous Maldon Crystal Sea Salt is made using crystals harvested along the beds of the River Blackwater. The High Street is the centre of commerce, with small lanes running off it. The shops and restaurants compliment the market held on Thursdays and Saturdays. The Moot Hall on the High Street is an interesting 15th century building housing the remains of an old gaol. Maldon is a lively community with frequent events, including the charitable Maldon mud race which every new year's day sees the competitors race across the Blackwater estuary and back at low tide. There are two islands in the estuary, Northey Island, owned by the National Trust, and Osea Island which is a private estate. Northey Island, said to be a base for the Viking army in 991, can be visited only with prior permission. The town’s other attractions include Maeldune Heritage Centre on Market Hill, housing the 42 foot Maldon embroidery, celebrating the 1000th anniversary of the Battle of Maldon. Millennium Garden, also on Market Hill, was also created to mark the 1991 celebrations of the battle. Promenade Park is an Edwardian park with river views, tennis, mini-golf, and a model boating lake. Maldon District Museum is set in Promenade Park, and has exhibits showing local history. Hythe Quay, next to Promenade Park, is part of the old port of Maldon where the Thames Sailing Barges are moored, now used for boat trips or chartering. Essex Tourism - 0871 716 2199 Calls cost less than 10p per minute
Attraction
Family Tree Climbing
Maeldune Heritage Centre
Maldon and District Agricultural and Domestic Museum
Maldon District Museum
Museum of Power
Camping
Caravan Park
Care Home
Church
Council
Dentist
Finn
Messrs Bateman & Ariai
Quest Dental Care
Doctor
Blackwater Medical Centre
Longfield Medical Centre
Estate Agent
Abbotts Estate Agents
Black Horse Agencies - Taylor & Co
Church & Hawes
Church & Hawes
Landmark Estate Agents
Golf Club
Forrester Park
Maldon
Warren Golf Club
Health and Fitness Club
Holiday Park
Market
Maldon Market
Nats Local Markets
Second Hand Market
Performing Arts
Pub and Bar
Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa
Hazeleigh Oak
Queen Victoria
Rose & Crown
Ship & Anchor
Swan
Thatchers Arms
Welcome Sailor
White Horse
Yard Arm
Restaurant
Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa
Manolis Greek Taverna
Solicitor
Taxi
007 Taxi
Alouetta Taxi Services
Arrow Taxis
Banyards Taxis & Mini Buses
Beeline Taxis
Sports Clubs
Blackwater Sailing Club Ltd (Sailing)
Maldon CC (Cricket)
Maldon Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Maldon Little Ship Club (Sailing)
Shops
Maldon Bookshop
Flower Patch
Boots
Woodlea Birds
W G Ballentyne
Buckles Of Maldon
T J Frostick
Oakwood House Gallery
Buntings
Sally Green’s
Peacocks
Oakhouse Bar Cafe
The Continental Coffee Co
The Crispy Bacon Cafe
Tommy Tuckers Cafe
Maldon Delicatessen Ltd
Leighs Delicatessen
Di's Ices
Cherry Tree Bakery
Bunting Butchers
The Emporium
Yours in Sport
Little Mountains Farm
Suzies
Antiques
Activities
Topsail Charters Ltd(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Viking Saga(Boat Trips and Cruises)
Sunshine Valley Mountainboarding Centre(Extreme Sports)
D'Arcy Riding Stables(Riding)
Places to Stay near Maldon
The Benbridge Hotel (0.77 miles)
Just newly refurbished in August 2008 this lovely Georgian mansion offers a friendly and warm welcome to ensure you a relaxed and enjoyable stay, in 3 star accomodation. We have ... More
Hanson House (0.83 miles)
Limburn House (0.99 miles)
Limburn House is a privately run Bed and Breakfast by husband and wife team Carol and Richard 01621 851 392 . We have an idealic setting in paddocks but still convenient for the Historic town ... More | visit website
The Bull at Great Totham (2.99 miles)
Crouch Valley Lodge (4.99 miles)
Nestling in the heart of the Dengie Peninsula.
The clean laminate floors, digital reception TVs and pure white linen shout volumes for this 3 diamond motel. Value for money is the key phrase coupled with old ... More
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Rivenhall Hotel (5.97 miles)
The Rivenhall Hotel is located at the heart of Essex ,just off A 12 midway between Chelmsford and Colchester.Its strategic location means that the hotel is just a 20 min.drive to the M 25 and ... More | visit website
The Oakland Hotel (6.50 miles)
Premier Inn Chelmsford Boreham (6.63 miles)
A well-appointed hotel with excellent transport links to London and the South-East, offering excellent value accommodation with a superb on-site restaurant for breakfast and evening meals.
Chelmsford Boreham Premier Inn is part of the UK's largest ... More
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Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa (6.76 miles)
Five Lakes is a unique four star hotel, golf, country club and spa. Set in 320 acres, with 194 luxury en-suite bedrooms, it is only 36 miles from the M25. We pride ... More | visit website
Premier Inn Chelmsford Springfield (6.79 miles)
Situated on the A12 with easy access to London and all major arterial roads, an excellent value for money hotel. Rooms that can sleep up to 2adults & 2 children for one great price, in ... More | visit website
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