Things to Do

Things to Do
We have a whole range of activities and experiences to keep you entertained during your stay. Visit our many museums to explore the diverse and often surprising local history or experience it for real by stepping aboard a historic Thames Sailing Barge.
Love the waves? Why not try your hand at dinghy sailing or paddle boarding, or take a boat trip to explore our coast in style? Enjoy a classic seaside experience by hiring one of our beach huts and let the kids enjoy the Splash Park or let off some steam in the Valley and Galleon Play Area in our award-winning Promenade Park.
With over 75 miles of coastline and picturesque villages accessible via quiet footpaths, the Maldon District is the perfect place to stretch your legs. Discover our special landscapes and stunning wildlife as you explore off the beaten track.
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Things to do on a rainy day
We can all sympathise with the infamous British weather; one day it’s scorching hot and the next day it’s pouring with rain. Fortunately for you, and us, the Maldon District has plenty of things to do to keep the whole family entertained come rain or shine!
Sport & Recreation
The Maldon District has numerous sports and leisure clubs, with more than 100 organisations offering fantastic service standards and a huge variety of choice.
Golf
The Maldon District has numerous sustainable sports and leisure clubs, with more than 100 organisations offering fantastic service standards and great member numbers.
Lawn Games
There are many clubs and sporting activities across the District. Some are more competitive than others…
Family Friendly
The Maldon District is bursting with lots of opportunities for you and your loved ones to enjoy a great day out!
Cycling
The Maldon District offers a mix of cycling routes for all ages and abilities, from circular tours to long distance routes. Most of the routes are on quiet country lanes or cycle paths which allow you to enjoy the Maldon District to the full.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
The Maldon District has numerous sustainable sports and leisure clubs, with more than 100 organisations offering fantastic service standards and great member numbers.
Arts and Culture
The Maldon District has a number of galleries showcasing different forms of visual art, from professional to amateur work with the local landscapes and maritime heritage often providing the ideal inspiration for artists.
Attractions
Looking for inspiration? Further down the page we list the many attractions on offer across the Maldon District, or check out the map to see where they are located.
Experiences
In the mood for something special? From the whimsical charm of The Clockwork Hotel to an energising session at our state-of-the-art gym, we’ve got the perfect experience waiting for you.
Fishing
Chigborough is renowned for fishing, first opening as a fishery in 1981.
Our 130 acre fishing and camping complex includes three mature coarse lakes filled with an array of species from majestic Carp to 40lb, enormous Catfish, feisty Perch, Tench, Bream, Roach, Rudd, Pike and more as well as 3 trout lakes.