Major Project agreed for Dredging of Hythe Quay and Visitor Pontoon in Maldon
Published on Tuesday, 18th February 2025
Maldon District Council is pleased to announce that it has been agreed that a major project to dredge Hythe Quay and the Visitor Pontoon in Maldon will go ahead.
This decision was approved at the Full Council meeting held on Thursday 13th February.
The project will ensure that the Quay and Pontoon area are suitably dredged, enabling vessels, including the town's famous Thames Sailing Barges, which are moored at the Quay, to manoeuvre safely and continue to use the Quay and Pontoon area.
This dredging effort will support the continued presence of the Thames Sailing Barges in the District, thereby supporting tourism and local businesses. Additionally, it will encourage more use of the Visitor Pontoon by visiting vessels.
Cllr Richard Siddall, Leader of the Council, said: "We are committed to maintaining and enhancing our maritime heritage. Dredging Hythe Quay and the Visitor Pontoon is a significant step towards ensuring the safety and accessibility of these areas for all vessels, including our iconic Thames Sailing Barges."
Cllr Kevin Lagan, Chair of the Hythe Quay Desilting Task and Finishing Group, added: "The dredging work is essential for the continued use of Hythe Quay and the Visitor Pontoon. By working closely with partners and other local stakeholders, we aim to deliver this project efficiently and effectively."
The dredging work will be delivered in collaboration with the Maldon Harbour Improvement Commissioners, the National Trust, and other key stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of the project.
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