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Maldon - Estuary, Quays & Park

Maldon - Estuary, Quays & Park

The Maldon mud race mystery

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Trail format

Treasure Hunt Trail

Treasure Hunt Themed Trail

Treasure
Hunt

2+ Hours Duration

2+ Hours

2 Miles Walking Distance

2 miles

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

Not Pushchair Accessible

Not
Accessible

The Mystery of the Muddy Maldon Map!

It was the annual Maldon Mud Race, and competitors from all over Europe had gathered to participate in the muddy challenge. Local contestant May Winnacup was in the lead, covered from head to toe in gooey mud. But then, on a slippery riverbank, she stumbled upon something unexpected-something metallic and sealed. It was a box!

Curiosity getting the better of her, May forced the box open and found a slightly muddy map with clues scattered around the town of Maldon. The notes were linked to a 16th-century smuggler named Lightfinger, who had sailed into Maldon Quay and buried his treasure somewhere off the coast of Essex. One of his cunning crew members had thrown the box of hints overboard, intending to retrieve it later, but it seems they never did. Now, May is busy cleaning off all that mud, and she needs your help to solve the clues and uncover the hidden treasure.

The Maldon Treasure Hunt

Ace adventurers, get ready for an exciting self-guided treasure hunt that will take you on a quest through one of England's oldest towns. Starting from the historic town centre, with its 15th-century Moot House, you'll journey past the estuary and quays, and through the beautiful 'Prom' Park. But don't let the stunning scenery distract you-there are clues to crack and treasure to unearth!

Uncovering the loot could make you filthy rich…

So, grab your map, follow the clues, and see if you have what it takes to find the hidden treasure of Lightfinger the smuggler!

The Details

  • A self-guided treasure hunt walking Trail around Maldon.
  • Ideal for kids aged 6 – 106!
  • 2-mile ‘loop’ Trail (takes 2+ hours to complete at your own pace).
  • Text message service with clues if you get stuck.
  • Solve the quest and be entered into a £100 monthly draw.
  • Learn more about where you live or explore somewhere new.
  • Download your Trail now for INSTANT FUN (or receive your copy in the post)!

 

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Trail Location

The Maldon Treasure Trail starts at:

Butt Lane

Maldon

Essex

Essex

CM9 5HD

England

Mini Explorer Club

We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.

Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.

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What is a Treasure Trail?

Before You Set Off

Please Note:

There is one Clue in the Sensory Garden which does not allow dogs, however the rest of the Trail is Dog friendly trail.