The 17th annual Maldon Antique Fair will see antique and collectibles enthusiasts from across the country and the globe descend on the historic town this weekend, February 15 and 16.
The fair will once again be held at the Bill Woodfull Reserve and gates open at 8am each day.
Maldon Antique Fair coordinator Mark Blytheau said the reserve would be bustling with activity and a myriad of intriguing stalls.
“We have some amazing local exhibitors set to feature, and visitors coming from further afield, including one from regional France!” he said.
“Local seller Colin Hall is renowned for his highly collectable tin cars, Dinky cars, and even larger scale models. He always draws a huge crowd to any fair fortunate enough to have him. And it just so happens that Colin Hall Esq attends every event that ‘Maldon Events’ runs, no matter where!
“Likewise his mate Mathew Smith, a Hot Wheels expert, will stall up together as usual in pride of place just inside the main gate.
“If you wish to purchase model cars ranging from the 1930s all the way to the 2010s, or get an expert’s opinion what is desirable or rare in the world of model cars, you won’t go too far wrong with these two gentlemen,” Mark said.
“We will also welcome Maria Kalenjuk who, when she is not having a stall at a local collectibles fair, can usually be found in her shop at Chewton called ‘It’s a Ducks Garden’.
“After a short absence while she focused on her new venture, she has decided to return to her regular stall at the Maldon Antique Fair. Maria sells an eclectic blend of collectables and traditional antiques, and was sorely missed while she was busy elsewhere,” he said.
A valued new addition to the Maldon Fair is Nancy Kinzbrunner, a vendor who divides her time between the flea markets of Paris, regional France and Australia.
“Maldon Antique Fair is too excited for words to have Nancy at this year’s fair, and are doing all in their power to make her feel welcome,” Mark said.
“Nancy has a stellar selection of French kitchenware, a huge amount of linen, copper utensils, and napery, just the thing for your home or to give that B&B a real wow factor.”
Collectibles and antiques of every type will be on sale, from high end china and ceramics all the way to old hand tools, rustic farming implements, vintage clothing, and books, with everything in between – quite literally there will be something for everybody, whatever your passion. Entry is just $5 for adults and kids are free.
There are few stalls left for those keen to grab a site and peddle their wares at the two-day event. For more details on the fair and how to book your site, visit www.maldonevents.com
You will uncover a treasure trove of eclectic items at the fair.
