workhouse, Malden, John Sadd, and union workhouse, Malden blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Built with proceeds from Thomas Plume, this building served as Maldon's Workhouse 1719-1835 After enlargement by John Sadd it was known as 'The Spike' and became the Union Workhouse until 1873 Recorded plaque organisation: Maldon Society.

John Sadd oversaw the enlargement of the Maldon Workhouse in the early 19th century, transforming it into a significant local institution known as 'The Spike', which served as the Union Workhouse until 1873.