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All Information on these pages has been compiled from information from third parties and which may be subject to change or cancellation.
As we cannot be held responsible for any errors or inaccuracies you are advised to confirm details with the various organisers before embarking on a long journey
Boat Trips
The Viking Saga departs from the sea wall between Promenade Park and The Hythe for 40 minute excursions out past Heybridge Basin towards Osea Island and then back in the opposite direction. Longer trips are also available.
Topsail Charters operate sailing barge trips from Maldon's Hythe Quay
Why not take one of these boat trips?
Thursday 13th August 2020 | 1845-2045 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon SUNSET CRUISEJoin one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese & Ham Ploughmans or Smoked Fish Platter
Adults £25. Add ploughmans @ £12, Smoked Fish @ £20
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 14th August 2020 | 0830-1945 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with breakfast, lunch and tea.
Adults £65, children £45
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 17th August 2020 | 1045-1245 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £25, children £16. Add brownie and drink @ £5
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 19th August 2020 | 1230-1430 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Apple and Blackberry Crumble with Cream
Adults £41.50, children £31.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with Cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £35, children £26
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Wednesday 2nd September 2020 | 1230-1430 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Apple and Blackberry Crumble with Cream
Adults £41.50, children £31.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 5th September 2020 | 1400-1600 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon CREAM TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional freshly baked scone with Cream and jam, tea or coffee @ £6.50
Adults £25, children £16
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 11th September 2020 | 1745-1915 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon SUNSET CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Bring a picnic or add a Cheese and Ham Ploughmans or Smoked Fish Platter
Adults £25. Add ploughmans @ £12, Smoked Fish @ £20
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 12th September 2020 | 0730-1930 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon SECRETS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
Essex as you have never seen it. A really relaxing day exploring the length of the River Blackwater. Fully catered with breakfast, lunch and tea.
Adults £65, children £45
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £25, children £16. Add brownie and drink @ £5
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 17th September 2020 | 1200-1400 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Apple and Blackberry Crumble with Cream
Adults £41.50, children £31.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 21st September 2020 | 1445-1645 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with Cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £35, children £26
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Tuesday 29th September 2020 | 0945-1145 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon MORNING COFFEE CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Add optional homemade chocolate brownie with tea or coffee
Adults £25, children £16. Add brownie and drink @ £5
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Thursday 1st October 2020 | 1200-1400 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Apple and Blackberry Crumble with Cream
Adults £41.50, children £31.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Monday 5th October 2020 | 1400-1600 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon AFTERNOON TEA CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes tea of : Homemade Victoria Sponge, freshly baked scone with Cream and jam, tea or coffee
Adults £35, children £26
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Friday 16th October 2020 | 1130-1330 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon TWO ISLAND LUNCH CRUISE
Join one of our vintage barges at Maldon Quay for a two hour cruise to enjoy the quiet beauty of the River Blackwater.
Includes lunch of : Ham and Cheese Ploughmans served with homemade coleslaw; Tomato, Cucumber and Basil Salad; Mixed Leaves Salad; Chutneys and Pickles; Granary Bread and butter. Followed by Apple and Blackberry Crumble with Cream
Adults £41.50, children £31.50
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 25th October 2020 | 0700- 1830 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon BIRDS OF THE BLACKWATER DAY SAIL
With Swallow Birding. A day sail observing the birds on the saltmarshes and mud flats of the Blackwater.
Adults £60, Children £40 Fully Catered
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Saturday 31st October 2020 | 1100-1430 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon BIRD WATCHING SAIL AND WALK
Join experts from Swallow Birding for a two hour barge cruise 1100-1300 with light lunch followed by an optional guided sea wall walk, 1330 - 1430.
Adults £40, children £30 incl. lunch
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Sunday 1st November 2020 | 1130-1500 Departing from The Hythe Quay, Maldon BIRD WATCHING SAIL AND WALK
Join experts from Swallow Birding for a two hour barge cruise 1130-1330 with light lunch followed by an optional guided sea wall walk, 1400 - 1500.
Adults £40, children £30 incl. lunch
Contact Topsail Charters on The Hythe Quay, Maldon 01621 857567 or visit their Website for details
Maldon District Council have announced that the Splash Park and Beach Huts will not be opening this year.