Maldon - Estuary, Quays & Park

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!