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Maldon District offers a diverse range of activities to keep you occupied during your stay. Visit a museum and explore our heritage, take a trip aboard an historic Thames Sailing Barge, learn to dinghy sail or stand-up paddle, or hire a beach hut and let the kids enjoy the Splash Park in our award-winning Promenade Park. With over 75 miles of coastline and picturesque villages accessible via quiet footpaths, the Maldon District is also the perfect place to stretch your legs and discover our diverse avian populations along the way.
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ART & PERFORMANCE
The Maldon District has a number of galleries showcasing different forms of visual art, from professional to amateur work, often inspired by the unique landscape and history of the district. Art exhibitions are regularly held in the Maeldune Heritage Centre and local village halls.
The Burnham-on-Crouch Art Trail and the Maldon Art Trail take place over the summer period. Going from strength to strength each year, a wide range of local artists display in venues in and around the high streets of Burnham-on-Crouch and Maldon. Artists are inspired by the big skies and unique light of the East Essex Coast and produce a range of media including ceramic, glass, sculpture, oils and watercolour.
The 'Tractor Shed' is the permanent home for one of our many highly regarded local amateur groups who put on a wide range of plays and shows. Touring theatre companies visit the Maldon District regularly and during the summer, you may wish to watch outdoor performances in the amphitheatre in Promenade Park.
For information about events going on in the Maldon District, you may like to search the events calendar or visit the Maldon Tourist Information Centre, or the Burnham-on-Crouch TIC to pick up an events list.
MUSIC & DANCE EVENTS
Learn different styles of dance and choreography by joining one of the local dance clubs. You can learn sequence dancing, Swing Jive, morris dancing and more. If you don't have the time to commit to regular meetings, there are also frequent dance evenings where you can strut your stuff all night long to live music.
Acoustic Nights on Sailing Barge Kitty
Hythe Quay, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5HN
Wed 25 Apr 2018
Acoustic music sessions aboard the Thames Sailing Barge Kitty moored at the Hythe Quay take place on the last Wednesday of each month. You can bring your instruments or voices, or you can just come and watch. There is a bar on board.
Open Mic Night
The Swan, School Road, Little Totham, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8LB
Thu 26 Apr 2018
The open mic night goes from strength to strength. you never know, you might be the first to spot a rising star of the future!
Swing Jive Class
St Peters Hospital, Spital Rd, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6EG
Thu 26 Apr 2018
Swing Jive Class with Chris & Steve teaching Swing Jive, Stroll, Social Dances. All ages welcome beginners/intermediate. Class is in St Peter's social hall, free parking.
ABBA Cabaret with Abba Divine
The Bull at Great Totham, 2 Maldon Road, Great Totham, Maldon, Essex, CM9 8NH
Fri 27 Apr 2018
Complimentary bubbles on arrival, 4 course dinner and live cabaret.
Richard Townend Solo Blues
The Queens Head, 26 Providence, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, CM0 8JU
Fri 27 Apr 2018
Richard Townend is perhaps one of the most prolific songwriters in the British blues scene. Since 2011 he has released 9 albums as a soloist and with The Mighty Bosscats
Live music with Rural Outcasts at The Queen's Head
The Queens Head, 26 Providence, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, CM0 8JU
Sat 28 Apr 2018
Live music! Rural Outcasts will be performing from 8:30pm at The Queen's Head pub.
60s & 70s Music Party!
The Blue Boar, Silver Street, Maldon, CM9 4QE
Sat 28 Apr 2018
60s & 70s Fancy Dress Disco, Free Entry.
Traditional Jazz Evening
Wickham Bishops Village Hall, Church Road, Wickham Bishops, Essex, CM8 3JZ
Sat 28 Apr 2018
The Beacon Hill Sports Association presents Traditional Jazz at the Wickham Bishops Village Hall. The John Petters " All Star" Jazz Band will be performing this month. Please bring your own drinks and nibbles. Doors open at 6.30pm.
JB and Brown Duo
The Star Inn, Steeple, The Street, Steeple, Essex, CM0 7LF
Sat 28 Apr 2018
An experienced acoustic duo who provide upbeat sets to suit any occasion. This is accompanied by harmonious vocals and elegant guitar playing, with many year's of experience performing together.
Sunday Afternoon Music Session - Kyla Brown
The Blue Boar, Silver Street, Maldon, CM9 4QE
Sun 29 Apr 2018
Regular Sunday music sessions at The Blue Boar - Kyla Brown, the return of this popular singer to her home town. Kyla plays keyboard and sings a variety of hits and singalongs from across the decades, requests accepted.
Brooks Williams in Concert
The Blue Boar, Silver Street, Maldon, CM9 4QE
Sun 29 Apr 2018
Ranked in the Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists, Brooks is a mean finger-picker and a stunning slide guitarist.Not one easy to pigeon-hole, Brooks' music is the love-child of country-blues and soulful Americana.Tickets from Maldon TIC 01621856503
Tollesbury Acoustic Music Session
Tollesbury Congregational Church, East St, Tollesbury, Maldon, CM9 8QD
Fri 4 May 2018
First Friday of every month for anyone who wants to perform or listen, beginners or experienced welcome, small amps only no mics. Entrance £2 includes tea or coffee and biscuits.
Space and beyond!
St Leonards Church, Station Rd, Southminster, CM10 7EW
Fri 4 May 2018
Come and enjoy an 'out of this world' evening of music with the Maldon Orchestra in aid of St Leonard's Church Southminster and Christchurch, Latchingdon.
Lee Live from 7:00pm & Boxing 10:00pm at Bar 3
Bar 3, 159 Station Road, Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, CM0 8HJ
Sat 5 May 2018
Singer Lee Live at Bar 3 from 7:00 unil 10:00pm. Then Haye V Bellew Boxing from 10:00pm
Martin McNeill's Bottleneck Blues The Queen's Head
The Queens Head, 26 Providence, Burnham on Crouch, Essex, CM0 8JU
Sat 5 May 2018
Blues at the Barns presents Martin McNeill's Bottleneck Blues at The Queen's Head. World-class blues featuring the UK's top harmonica player Steve 'West' Weston. From 8:30pm
Frank Sinatra Tribute
Maldon & Tiptree FC, Park Drive, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5JQ
Sat 5 May 2018
Kevin Fitzsimmons is known for his amazing live Frank Sinatra soundalike vocal performances as he delivers respectful Frank Sinatra tributes. Come and see his tribute to Frank Sinatra at the stadium!
The Swift Singers and The Sperrin Choir
Maldon United Reformed Church, Market Hill, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5PZ
Sat 5 May 2018
A joint concert with local Choir The Swift Singers and The Sperrin Choir from Northern Ireland. Soloists Caroline Penn - Violin and catriona Kadirkamanathan - Cello.
Monkies Wedding guitar and sax duo
The Star Inn, Steeple, The Street, Steeple, Essex, CM0 7LF
Sat 5 May 2018
Playing songs they both grew up on and have a passion for is what Monkies Wedding is all about.The Beat, The Specials, Madness and Bad manners are among the Top of the list but also adding a bit of their own style to modern and retro tunes.
Blues at the Barns
Creeksea Place Barns, Ferry Road, Burnham-On-Crouch, ESSEX, CM0 8PJ
Sun 6 May 2018
Blues at the Barns 2018 will feature nine hours of top-class entertainment. On-site camping great food & drink. Saturday night fringe blues gigs in Burnham's pubs are also planned. Tickets direct from venue or online via eventbrite.
Maldon Lunchtime Concert with Tim Smith, Piano
Maldon United Reformed Church, Market Hill, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5PZ
Thu 10 May 2018
Pianist Tim Smith will be playing his favourite peices from various composers including Beethoven's Waldstein Sonata. Coffee and Tea served from 12.15pm,feel free to bring your own lunch and come and go as you please. Concert starts at 1pm.
FUN FOR THE KIDS
Cool down from the summer heat at the Maldon Splash Park or head to the Woodup Pool in Tollesbury, which is a popular salt water bathing pool and is perfect for a family day out. There are also plenty of events throughout the year to enjoy with the whole family, check out some family days out in the Maldon District.
Promenade Park is the Maldon District's most popular park and has undergone a major refurbishment in recent years. You can spend all day here, with something to do for all the family. Along with the Maldon Splash Park and the beach huts there is a large ornamental, a model boating and crabbing lake, three large sand pits, Skateboard ramps and a large BMX area.
MALDON SPLASH PARK
This fantastic children's water park, located in the Valley in the centre of the Promenade Park, was opened in 2006 and has been extremely popular ever since. The Splash Park is dependent on the weather, so please check opening times and weather before setting out. You can do this by following us on twitter @MaldonTIC or by contacting the Maldon Tourist Information Centre.
BEACH HUTS
INDEPENDENT RETAIL
The Maldon District is home to a great variety of independent shops that have their own appeal and character. In the towns of Maldon and Burnham-on-Crouch, there is an eclectic mix of specialist stores and independent retailers that sell everything from local delicacies and souvenirs, to antiques, clothes and hardware. Among these local shops, you will also find popular chain stores and banks, but these certainly do not overshadow the independent flavour of the Maldon District.
Experience our gastro menu by visiting our independent restaurants, cafés and tea rooms. You can also visit local markets in the district for excellent fresh produce, and a variety of other items. The Burnham-on-Crouch Farmer's market is certainly a highlight of the month, where a range of producers bring their fresh produce directly to the public. Check out our local page for more information about market days.
