A local historian will be at The Maldon Society meeting next week - discussing all things war time, aviation and local people.

Stephen Nunn will be delivering the talk on Thursday May 1 at the United Reformed Church in Maldon.

His illustrated talk will be based on the book 'Maldon, Dengie & Battles in the Skies 1939-1945,' published by the Maldon Archaeological & Historical Group.

It will look at preparations for war on the Home Front, the establishment of Civil Defence Forces, the impact on local people, the role of RAF Bradwell Bay, Air incidents and local aircraft crashes.

The material is supported by research and aviation archaeology and concludes with surviving evidence of the sacrifice made by Maldon people and VE Day celebrations.

Doors will open at 6.30 pm with the meeting set to start at 7 p.m.

The Society's short AGM will publicly confirm our Officers and Committee Members for the year 2025/26 will take place prior to Stephen's talk.

Member's go free, with non-members invited to donate.

Founded in 1957, the Maldon Society aims to promote and preserve the historical heritage of this town and its surrounding area by encouraging civic pride in the area and promoting co-operation with other organisations.