Local History Week 2023

This annual event celebrates Maldon’s Heritage and History with a week of activities at various sites in Maldon.  This year we are

‘Celebrating Maldon’.

from 27th May to 4th June 2023

In the historic town of Maldon, we are celebrating local history with a week of activities for all ages to enjoy. Experience life as a bargeman on one of the iconic Thames Sailing Barges; clamber aboard the Steam Tug Brent, the last surviving steam vessel of the Port of London Authority’s fleet; go and invade the Museum of Power; explore Maldon’s maritime past at the Museum in the Park; find out about Maldon’s history in the Maeldune Heritage Centre and be captivated by the exquisite Millennium Embroidery; meet the Town Mayor in his regalia in the Moot Hall; enjoy a tranquil walk in the grounds of the Leech Memorial Garden or the Friary Walled Garden; explore the remains of the Maldon leper hospital in Spital Road or catch a lunchtime concert in the St Mary’s Church.  

See below for detailed information about the programme of events or contact the Town Council offices:

Tel: 01621 857373 or email deputytownclerk@maldontowncouncil.gov.uk

 

Combined Military Service Museum

 

Friary Walled Garden

 

Leech Memorial Garden

 

Maeldune Centre

 

Museum of Power

 

St Marys Church

 

Steam Tug Brent

 

Thames Sailing Barge Trust

 

The Maldon Society

 

Thomas Plumes Library