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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Maldon

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Maldon, England

Updated January 26, 2024
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The Bronze Relief illustrating the famous wager.

Maldon, England

The Bronze Relief of Edward Bright

Known as the "Fat Man of Maldon," Bright was a larger-than-life figure.

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Statue of Byrhtnoth

This statue commemorates one of medieval England’s most courageous heroes.
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Danbury, England

St John the Baptist Church

St John the Baptist Church in Danbury, Essex, is a wonderful place to explore medieval architecture and artistry, in particular their bench ends, knight effigies, and unique squint.
4 miles from Maldon
Tiptree Jam Museum entrance.

Tiptree, England

Tiptree Jam Museum

As the Royal Family's jam supplier, this museum displays relics from the two world wars, farm equipment, a four legged chick, and other curiosities.
6 miles from Maldon

Springfield, England

Springfield Lyons Bronze Age Enclosure

Earthworks of a Bronze Age settlement and ceremonial ring in Essex
6 miles from Maldon

Braintree, England

Cressing Temple Barns

Among Europe's oldest timber barns, built by the Knights Templar
7 miles from Maldon

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St. Peter at Chelmsford Cathedral

This curiously modern carving of St. Peter wears wellies.
8 miles from Maldon
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