IN PICTURES: 'Dolphin' spotted from Maldon's Promenade Park

By Ben Shahrabi 26th Oct 2023

Local News by Ben Shahrabi 26th Oct 2023

Visitors captured the unusual sighting in the River Chelmer, visible from Promenade Park. (Credit: Visit Maldon District)

Visitors to Promenade Park got a sea-life surprise this afternoon (October 26), when a dolphin was reportedly spotted off Herrings Point.

Photos captured what was believed to be a dolphin, although some say it was a porpoise, in the River Chelmer.

The sea creature was spotted near Herrings Point earlier today (October 26). (Credit: Visit Maldon District)

A spokesperson for Maldon District Council said: "If you are visiting Maldon Promenade Park today, look out for a surprise visitor!"

Pictures captured the unusual sighting from a boat in the River Chelmer. (Credit: Visit Maldon District)

Those wishing to spot the sea creature should stand with their backs to the statue of Byrhtnoth and look to the left:

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