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Welcome to Promenade Park in Maldon, the largest waterside park in Essex, providing a fun-filled, family friendly destination all year round with amazing events and activities throughout the year. Nestled between the historic high street and Blackwater Estuary, the park features a water Splash Park, beach huts and deckchairs for hire, sandpits, galleon play ship and aerial zip-wire, model boating and crabbing lake as well as cafe kiosks and picnic areas. There's a packed programme of events and activities planned each year, or just come and enjoy the peaceful walks and beautiful sea views.
The park was opened in 1895 to provide the people of Maldon and the surrounding areas with a valuable amenity and public space. 'The Prom' as it is has become known locally, is a great place to walk, sit or play and stopping to watch the activity on the river always makes for an interesting family day out.
If you are planning a visit to us, make sure to download our useful visitor information guide. Containing information about the park, a handy map and contact details to get in touch with us.
Download a copy of the guide by clicking on the image below!
Ornamental lake with fountains, wildlife, seating and an adjoining sand play area.
Outdoor theatre and open air stage suitable for hosting theatrical productions and concerts.
Kids Splash Park open during the summer (dependent on weather conditions).
Children’s play areas including a galleon play ship, zip-wire, aerial runway and two large sand pits.
Model boating and crabbing lake.
Riverside walks offering views of the estuary and its abundant wildlife.
Beach huts and deckchairs which can be hired and dedicated picnic areas with picnic tables.
Six separate retail outlets for refreshments and other merchandise.
Public gardens with pergolas, shrub borders, Anglia in Bloom award winning drought garden, three dimensional carpet bedding displays and many floral borders.
Sports pitches (football, cricket, tennis courts, netball and basketball) and changing rooms.
Skateboarding and BMX areas
Wildlife garden and toddler water and sand play area.
Three separate toilet blocks, including disabled facilities and Changing Places toilet accessed by radar key.
Car parking (pay and display), designated disabled parking spaces, coach park and drop-off point.
Easy access via public transport on he 31, 331, 332, 75, 95, 288 bus routes. The nearest bus stop is at the entrance gates on Mill Road (Stop ID: esxgjamt).
Admission to the park is free although some facilities, such as the Splash Park, are chargeable.
Pay and display coach and car parking charges apply, please refer to local signage or our parking page for more information!
Our Top Picks
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From May 2023. This traditional pleasure boat was built locally in 1947 and, following a complete restoration, is once again offering trips around the estuary. Moored at the ‘little blue jetty’, the Viking Saga is the best way to view both the Hythe…
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This fantastic pub, with its enviable and superb river location, is run by Charlie & Vivian Little.
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Enjoy one of Maldon's famous oysters, or a selection of other locally caught seafood, at Blackwater Seafood's open air kiosk near the lake and beach area. Open at weekends during the season, the kiosk offers everything from a pot of cockles to…
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A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!
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The small lake at Promenade Park is perfect for model boating, and is regularly used by clubs and enthusiasts of radio controlled boats. It is also a safe place for children to enjoy crabbing as the water is relatively shallow and the banks are firm…
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The World War One Avenue of Remembrance at Promenade Park begins by the coach park and loops around the field to the main vehicle entrance from Park Drive. The Avenue originally consisted of 180 numbered trees and was dedicated on 27 November 1935…
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Previously known as The Jolly Sailor, Fish on the Quay is a grade II listed building. Some parts date back to the 15th century. It specialises in fresh fish and seafood with fresh ingredients to create tasty seasonal dishes. Fish and lobsters are…
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This fantastic children's water park is located in the centre of Promenade Park in Maldon. It is extremely popular throughout the summer season and features a range of water features and interactive equipment to enjoy.
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The Promenade Park maze was built in the 1990s and is a simple hedge maze that children will enjoy. At the centre is a sculpture, in the shape of a standing stone or obelisk, that is called the Singing Stone.
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The Maldon Promenade Zoo is home to over 70 species of animals when we are open (please note that some of our larger animals go home at the end of each day to our larger private farm located on the Dengie Peninsula).
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One of the highlights of a walk around Promenade Park is to walk along the extension, which stretches out into the water (or the mud) and leads to a seating area at the end. There you can also see at close hand the statue of famous Saxon…
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A weekly free 2k timed running event for juniors.
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Public toilets situated at Promenade Park in Maldon.
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Rossi has been making ice cream in Essex since 1932 from a traditional Italian recipe. You can enjoy a variety of different flavours, vegan ices, doughnuts and other sweet treats, at the Kiosk overlooking the ornamental lake. The kiosk also serves…
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As well as traditional fish and chips, Maki Grill also serves Turkish kebabs cooked on a charcoal grill, burgers, chicken, hot pies, drinks and desserts, as well as generously sized family platters to takeaway. Delivery also available.
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Cafe based at the Pirates Bay Adventure Golf, but open to all. Refreshments include hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, paninis, hot dogs, salad bowls, jacket potatoes, burgers and chips.
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Picnic in the Park offers a selection of hot and cold food and snacks to take away.
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Monday mornings. Do you fancy a gentle walk and a chat? Adele Bovingdon has launched Walk & Talk which meets outside Park Drive Health Club next to Maldon Promenade Park every Monday at 10:25am. Rain or shine, the group will take a two-mile stroll…
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Maldon Bowling Club is a friendly and progressive club situated near The Promenade in the Blackwater town of Maldon in Essex. We have a playing membership of approximately 70 with approximately 20 social & honorary members. Bowling abilities range…
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The trademark Penny Farthing bicycle entices visitors to explore the treasures of this compact museum. Housed over two floors of the former Park Keepers Lodge, the exhibits are wide ranging. The replica waistcoat of the Fat Man of Maldon, which…
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