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Maldon (/ ˈmɔːldən /, locally / ˈmɒldən /) is a town and civil parish on the Blackwater estuary in Essex, England. It is the seat of the Maldon District and starting point of the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation. It is known for Maldon Sea Salt which is produced in the area.
Visit Maldon, an ancient town sitting where the Rivers Chelmer and Blackwater converge before continuing the journey to the sea. Once a thriving port, the surrounding water is now a haven for leisure craft while the famous Thames Barges now carry their human cargoes on pleasure trips in the Blackwater estuary.
Maldon is a historic maritime town that is known across the world for its connections to the Saltmarsh Coast, with its sea salt, infamous mud race and the iconic Thames Sailing Barges. Maldon is also…
Sep 18, 2024 · Maldon, town (parish) and district, administrative and historic county of Essex, southeastern England. The town site, on the south side of the Blackwater estuary, was occupied in prehistoric times, and a burgh was established there by the Saxons.
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- All Saints Church
- St Peters Church
- Moot Hall
- Beeleigh Abbey Gardens
- Friary Walled Garden
- Northey Island
- St Giles Hospital
- Summing Up
This wonderful 13th and 15th-century building has an extremely unusual triangular tower. The south wall, facing onto High Street, has a row of 6 statues in niches, depicting famous people associated with Malson, among them Brythnoth and Thomas Plume. Within the church is a wonderful 15th-century arcade, decorated with carved faces, and the Washingt...
At the top of Market Hill stands the redundant church of St Peter, with its striking tower acting as a prominent local landmark. The church probably dates to the 12th century, though what we see today is considerably later. It was never a parish church, but was used by the Guild of the Assumption of Our Lady until falling out of use when the Guild ...
An early 15th-century house built by a wealthy official named Robert D'Arcy (see All Saints Church). The Moot Hall features one of the earliest uses of brick for domestic purposes in medieval England. It later served as civic offices, a police station, courthouse, and gaol. Tour the historic chambers and displays of local history, and climb to the ...
Just outside Maldon the rivers Blackwater and Chelmer converge, and here you will find a riverside garden around the picturesque historic buildings of Beeleigh Abbey. The abbey dates to the 12th century, but the site was transformed in the 17th century into a private residence. The gardens cover 3 acres, with formal gardens, old roses, a cottage ga...
A hidden delight in the midst of Maldon, on the site of a garden owned by Maldon Friary in the medieval period. The friary was dissolved by Henry VIII, but the walled site was later used to create a formal Georgian garden. The original Georgian design has been transformed into a modern wild garden covering only 1/5 of an acre, with paths running be...
In the middle of the Blackwater estuary, accessible from the Hythe at low tide, is Northey Island, owned by the National Trust. It was from here that the Danes launched their successful attack in the Battle of Maldon, but today the island is maintained as a wilderness reserve; a peaceful place to enjoy birdwatching, with over 5000 Brent geese spend...
St Giles qualifies as a 'secret treasure' of Maldon, in part because it is located a short distance away from the historic core of the town, on Spital Road. Three wings of a late 12th-century hospital chapel survive from the original foundation, created to offer help to lepers. It is possible that the founder was Henry II. The hospital soon extende...
My goodness, there is a lot to see in and around Maldon. The historic hilltop core is full of attractive older buildings. The quayside area is fascinating for its maritime heritage and associations with the Battle of Maldon. It is fun to visualise how the battle might have unfolded given the layout of the land. I should mention that Maldon sits at ...
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Located just 40 miles from London, the Maldon District is world-renowned for it's history, wildlife and stunning 75 mile coastline. Explore our website to find out more about this exciting slice of Essex and start your next adventure today.
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