“Maeldune” is the Saxon spelling of Maldon and means “a cross on the hill”. The Centre is run by the Maeldune Trust, a registered Charity, in partnership with Maldon Town Council. The Maeldune Trust comprises representatives of The Town Council, The Maldon Society, the Maldon Twinning Association, and other notable local organisations.
The Heritage Centre is home to the Maldon Embroidery, a masterpiece 42ft in length created to celebrate 1000 years of Maldon’s history from the Battle of Maldon in 991 to the unveiling of the Embroidery in 1991.
The Maldon Society’s photographic and video archives are available to view at the Centre, including a video interview with the designer of the Embroidery, Humphrey Spender.
The Maldon Society’s Oral Listening Station is situated at the Centre with stories of the embroidery and archive photographs of local history.
Our Exhibition Hall is a well lit, inviting space to display the creations of our local artists and groups, we host a new exhibition every three weeks providing an exciting variety throughout the year.
The Gift Shop showcases a wide range of work by skilled and talented local craftspeople and artists offering unique, lovingly created gifts.
We also offer delicious Maldon Honey, several varieties of Maldon Salt, the delectably crafted Maldon Soap, and of course preserves, chutneys and sauces from Wilkin & Sons of Tiptree.
We have books by local authors and a wide range of heritage and/or Essex themed titles.
Talks on the Maldon Embroidery are available to groups and individuals by prior arrangement for a modest donation. Visits can be arranged outside our opening hours on request.
We are also home to the Visitors Information Centre offering valuable signposting, travel information, and walking guides. our Maldon Ambassadors will help you plan your visit to Maldon and ensure you get the most from our Historic Town.
