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All the United Kingdom England Maldon

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.

Maldon, England

Statue of Byrhtnoth

This statue commemorates one of medieval England’s most courageous heroes.
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At Chelmsford Cathedral, the modern St Peter is visible in the center.

Essex, England

St. Peter at Chelmsford Cathedral

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

Great Leighs, England

The Witch Stone of Great Leighs

Near this allegedly haunted pub, you can find strong spirits on the rocks.
9 miles from Maldon

Essex, England

Dutch Cottage

This octagonal cottage is the smallest and the oldest council house in the United Kingdom.
10 miles from Maldon
Monkey Beach

West Mersea, England

Monkey Beach

This stretch of beach is the site of a prime watering hole and a primate watchtower.
10 miles from Maldon
Pig’s Head in the Pottage Pot Gant

Essex, England

The 'Gants' of Braintree

You won't find these curiously named passageways anywhere else in England.
11 miles from Maldon
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