Stephanie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Promenade Park is the most undoubtedly the most visit location in Maldon. You'll find beach huts to hire, several picnic areas, historic pubs, The Tearoom Barge, The Maldon Motor Show, The Maldon Carnival , open air cinema, markets and boat trips.
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Parc Promenade
Park DriveThe Promenade Park is the most undoubtedly the most visit location in Maldon. You'll find beach huts to hire, several picnic areas, historic pubs, The Tearoom Barge, The Maldon Motor Show, The Maldon Carnival , open air cinema, markets and boat trips.
Enjoy a short walk to these pretty falls on the River Chelmer in Essex. It's an interesting spot, where four waterways converge with a series of locks and weirs. The River Chelmer, River Blackwater, the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation Canal and the tidal Chelmer all meet at Beeleigh Falls.
Beeleigh Falls
Maldon RoadEnjoy a short walk to these pretty falls on the River Chelmer in Essex. It's an interesting spot, where four waterways converge with a series of locks and weirs. The River Chelmer, River Blackwater, the Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation Canal and the tidal Chelmer all meet at Beeleigh Falls.
3 acres of secluded gardens in rural historic setting. Mature trees surround variety of planting and water features, woodland walks under planted with bulbs leading to tidal river, cottage garden, kitchen garden, orchard, wildflower meadow, rose garden, wisteria walk, magnolia trees, lawn with 85yd long herbaceous border.
Beeleigh Abbey Gardens
Abbey Turning3 acres of secluded gardens in rural historic setting. Mature trees surround variety of planting and water features, woodland walks under planted with bulbs leading to tidal river, cottage garden, kitchen garden, orchard, wildflower meadow, rose garden, wisteria walk, magnolia trees, lawn with 85yd long herbaceous border.
The track runs from the center of Witham, through the villages of Wickham and Langford, to the north of the Maldon by pass. If you enjoy walking you'll love this journey and it is only 6.6 Miles drive From The Tower.
Blackwater Rail Trail
Blackwater Rail TrailThe track runs from the center of Witham, through the villages of Wickham and Langford, to the north of the Maldon by pass. If you enjoy walking you'll love this journey and it is only 6.6 Miles drive From The Tower.
Danbury Country Park – originally laid out in the 13th century as part of a private estate – offers ornamental gardens and lakes, woodland and meadows. Surviving historic structures include an ice house where before refrigerators, ice was collected from the lakes in winter and stored for the palace kitchens.
The park’s accessible, well-maintained tracks are popular with dog walkers and families, with plenty of seats and picnic benches to have a rest or a bite to eat. The lakeside path takes you alongside tranquil waters, where you can watch ducks, swans and carp, and past the ornamental gardens. Danbury Country Park is only 6.6 miles away from The Tower
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Parc du Pays de Danbury
Woodhill RoadDanbury Country Park – originally laid out in the 13th century as part of a private estate – offers ornamental gardens and lakes, woodland and meadows. Surviving historic structures include an ice house where before refrigerators, ice was collected from the lakes in winter and stored for the palace kitchens.
The park’s accessible, well-maintained tracks are popular with dog walkers and families, with plenty of seats and picnic benches to have a rest or a bite to eat. The lakeside path takes you alongside tranquil waters, where you can watch ducks, swans and carp, and past the ornamental gardens. Danbury Country Park is only 6.6 miles away from The Tower
A family-friendly garden, set in the heart of rural Essex, and enjoying stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, RHS Garden Hyde Hall is one of the finest gardens in the East of England. Encompassing a diverse mix of garden styles from traditional to modern, you’ll find something to delight and inspire at every turn.
There is also a cafe, Gardeners Rest restaurant and shopping area. Throughout the year, the garden is an inspirational backdrop for a host of exciting events including family activities, plant fairs and flower shows, craft fairs, exhibitions, live music and theatre. RHS Garden Hyde Hall is only 7.8 miles from The Tower
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RHS Garden Hyde Hall
Creephedge LaneA family-friendly garden, set in the heart of rural Essex, and enjoying stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, RHS Garden Hyde Hall is one of the finest gardens in the East of England. Encompassing a diverse mix of garden styles from traditional to modern, you’ll find something to delight and inspire at every turn.
There is also a cafe, Gardeners Rest restaurant and shopping area. Throughout the year, the garden is an inspirational backdrop for a host of exciting events including family activities, plant fairs and flower shows, craft fairs, exhibitions, live music and theatre. RHS Garden Hyde Hall is only 7.8 miles from The Tower
Hadleigh was begun in about 1215 by Hubert de Burgh, but extensively refortified by Edward III during the Hundred Years War, becoming a favourite residence of the ageing king.
The barbican and two striking drum towers – one later used by Georgian revenue men looking out for smugglers – are part of Edward's substantial building works during the 1360s.
Today the romantic ruins of this royal castle look out over the Essex marshes.
There is a cafe to eat there or walk along to Leigh-On-Sea where you will find a town with shops, or sit down by the sea and eat at plenty of bars or restaurants. Hadleigh Castle is 20 miles from The Tower.
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Château de Hadleigh
Castle LaneHadleigh was begun in about 1215 by Hubert de Burgh, but extensively refortified by Edward III during the Hundred Years War, becoming a favourite residence of the ageing king.
The barbican and two striking drum towers – one later used by Georgian revenue men looking out for smugglers – are part of Edward's substantial building works during the 1360s.
Today the romantic ruins of this royal castle look out over the Essex marshes.
There is a cafe to eat there or walk along to Leigh-On-Sea where you will find a town with shops, or sit down by the sea and eat at plenty of bars or restaurants. Hadleigh Castle is 20 miles from The Tower.
Things to do
Housed in a former Water Pumping Station, the Museum contains a fascinating collection which ranges from a working overhead machine shop to a petrol powered iron. The jewel in our crown is the 'Lilleshall' triple expansion steam pump now back on steam after 50 years. The Museum Of Power in only a 39 minute walk from The Tower.
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Le Musée de la Puissance
Hatfield RoadHoused in a former Water Pumping Station, the Museum contains a fascinating collection which ranges from a working overhead machine shop to a petrol powered iron. The jewel in our crown is the 'Lilleshall' triple expansion steam pump now back on steam after 50 years. The Museum Of Power in only a 39 minute walk from The Tower.
The Warren Estate, Woodham Walter is only 3.9 Miles from The Tower. It is a charming, characterful venue for golf, health, dining and events.
The Warren Estate
The Warren Estate, Woodham Walter is only 3.9 Miles from The Tower. It is a charming, characterful venue for golf, health, dining and events.
Colchester Zoo is a zoological garden situated near Colchester, England. The zoo opened in 1963 and celebrated its 50th anniversary on 2 June 2013. It is home to many rare and endangered species, including big cats, primates and birds as well as many invertebrates and fish species. Colchester Zoo is only 13 miles from The Tower.
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Zoo de Colchester
Maldon RoadColchester Zoo is a zoological garden situated near Colchester, England. The zoo opened in 1963 and celebrated its 50th anniversary on 2 June 2013. It is home to many rare and endangered species, including big cats, primates and birds as well as many invertebrates and fish species. Colchester Zoo is only 13 miles from The Tower.
During the day, it is home to over seventy species of animals where you are invited to meet the farm and exotic animals, the aviary dwellers, and the reptile collection. Visitors will enjoy meeting the lovely range of farm animals, from goats, donkeys, Shetland pony, alpacas, emu, ducks, chickens, rabbits to the one and only pot bellied pig Horace. It is only a 8 minute walk from The Tower.
Maldon Promenade Petting Zoo
During the day, it is home to over seventy species of animals where you are invited to meet the farm and exotic animals, the aviary dwellers, and the reptile collection. Visitors will enjoy meeting the lovely range of farm animals, from goats, donkeys, Shetland pony, alpacas, emu, ducks, chickens, rabbits to the one and only pot bellied pig Horace. It is only a 8 minute walk from The Tower.
The Mangapps Railway Museum (previously Mangapps Farm Railway Museum) is a heritage railway centre located near Burnham-on-Crouch in Essex, England. The 0.75 miles (1.21 km) of standard gauge running line and museum are owned and operated by the Jolly family assisted by volunteers. It is only a 11 minute drive from The Tower.
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Mangapps Railway
Southminster RoadThe Mangapps Railway Museum (previously Mangapps Farm Railway Museum) is a heritage railway centre located near Burnham-on-Crouch in Essex, England. The 0.75 miles (1.21 km) of standard gauge running line and museum are owned and operated by the Jolly family assisted by volunteers. It is only a 11 minute drive from The Tower.
If you would like to enjoy swimming, working out or enjoy a class whilst visiting Maldon you'll love the facilities at the Blackwater Leisure Centre, its also only 0.8 miles from The Tower.
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Blackwater Leisure Centre
If you would like to enjoy swimming, working out or enjoy a class whilst visiting Maldon you'll love the facilities at the Blackwater Leisure Centre, its also only 0.8 miles from The Tower.
Leigh-on-Sea is a town full of unique character and charm, neighbouring the well-known Southend-on-Sea. It is well worth a visit with plenty of attractions and eateries to keep you entertained. With galleries and craft shops, a selection of pubs, excellent fish restaurants and the famous cockle sheds, this picturesque town is the perfect place for you to unwind and take in the fresh sea air.
Wander around the thriving high street, browse the photographic display at Leigh Heritage Centre and enjoy a walk around Belfairs Park and Nature Reserve.
Don't forget to head down to Old Leigh for a stroll along the cobbled streets of this once busy fishing port. Take your pick from the selection of pubs and fish restaurants or stop at the authentic cockle sheds for a bite to eat. Gaze at the idyllic sea view and watch the sailors and kayakers go by on the water.
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Leigh-on-Sea
Leigh-on-Sea is a town full of unique character and charm, neighbouring the well-known Southend-on-Sea. It is well worth a visit with plenty of attractions and eateries to keep you entertained. With galleries and craft shops, a selection of pubs, excellent fish restaurants and the famous cockle sheds, this picturesque town is the perfect place for you to unwind and take in the fresh sea air.
Wander around the thriving high street, browse the photographic display at Leigh Heritage Centre and enjoy a walk around Belfairs Park and Nature Reserve.
Don't forget to head down to Old Leigh for a stroll along the cobbled streets of this once busy fishing port. Take your pick from the selection of pubs and fish restaurants or stop at the authentic cockle sheds for a bite to eat. Gaze at the idyllic sea view and watch the sailors and kayakers go by on the water.
Neighbourhoods
Heybridge is a civil parish and large village, large enough to be a town in the Maldon district of Essex, England. It is adjacent to Maldon, near the River Blackwater. It is often overshadowed by its historic neighbour, and one could mistakenly think it to be the same town, as the two have merged with one another over the years.
Heybridge
Heybridge is a civil parish and large village, large enough to be a town in the Maldon district of Essex, England. It is adjacent to Maldon, near the River Blackwater. It is often overshadowed by its historic neighbour, and one could mistakenly think it to be the same town, as the two have merged with one another over the years.
Tiptree is a village and civil parish in the English county of Essex and is 7.6 miles away from The Tower. There are many things to do in Tiptree such as visit the Tiptree tea rooms, shop & Museum. Tiptree Heath, Sculp Gallery as well as places to eat and drink.
Tiptree
Tiptree is a village and civil parish in the English county of Essex and is 7.6 miles away from The Tower. There are many things to do in Tiptree such as visit the Tiptree tea rooms, shop & Museum. Tiptree Heath, Sculp Gallery as well as places to eat and drink.
City/town information
Chelmsford City Centre is only 10.5 Miles away from The Tower, its easy to get to from Maldon by either bus, car or taxi. It has an abundance of shops, restaurants and bars as well as lots of other things to do.
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Chelmsford
Chelmsford City Centre is only 10.5 Miles away from The Tower, its easy to get to from Maldon by either bus, car or taxi. It has an abundance of shops, restaurants and bars as well as lots of other things to do.
Colchester is a historic market town and the largest settlement within the borough of Colchester in the county of Essex, in the East of England. Colchester has a great history, an abundance of shops, and places to eat and drink.
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Colchester
Colchester is a historic market town and the largest settlement within the borough of Colchester in the county of Essex, in the East of England. Colchester has a great history, an abundance of shops, and places to eat and drink.
Southend on Sea has recently become a city, it has many shops, places to eat and drink. The seafront is where you can enjoy Peter Pans Amusement Park, arcades, bars and restaurants, fish and chips plus more.
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Southend-on-Sea
Southend on Sea has recently become a city, it has many shops, places to eat and drink. The seafront is where you can enjoy Peter Pans Amusement Park, arcades, bars and restaurants, fish and chips plus more.