Braintree branch line was originally constructed from Maldon to Braintree, the line was proposed by MWBR and was for sale.
Originally constructed from Maldon to Braintree via Witham, only the line from Braintree to Witham remains open. The line was proposed by the Maldon, Witham & Braintree Railway (MWBR) and given royal assent in June 1846. 
