Maldon's new art gallery will open for the Maldon Art Trail.

“Excited” artist Angelique Hartigan, of Heybridge, has transformed 132 High Street into a vibrant gallery displaying her paintings of landscapes, streetscapes and more.

The professional painter, who describes Maldon as an inspired and picturesque town, will open the gallery’s doors on Saturday 26.

She said: “It’s a really exciting venture.

“Come on down.

“It will be wonderful to meet people.”