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Layer Marney Tower

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Early 16th century building commenced on a grand scale with an 80 foot gatehouse, the tallest in Britain. Fine terracotta work on battlements, windows, and the tombs of Henry and John Marney. Visit the exhibition in the History Room on your way up to the top of the tower. Long Gallery, and medieval barn with Rare Breed animals.
Colchester, Essex, England, CO5 9US

About Layer Marney Tower
Attraction Type: Historic Property
Location: 7 miles SW of Colchester
Website: Layer Marney Tower
Email: info@layermarneytower.co.uk
Phone: 0126 330 784
Fax: 0126 330 784
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Nearest Towns and Villages Lavenham - 19.6 miles away Gillingham - 31.9 miles away Rochester - 32.6 miles away Gravesend - 32.7 miles away Chatham - 32.8 miles away Whitstable - 33.5 miles away Cobham - 34.9 miles away Dartford - 35.9 miles away

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Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Plover - 8.8 miles from Layer Marney Tower Elmstead, Essex Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £290

Swallow - 8.8 miles from Layer Marney Tower Elmstead, Essex Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £290

Pheasant - 8.8 miles from Layer Marney Tower Elmstead, Essex Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £340

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Five Lakes Hotel, Golf, Country Club & Spa - 2.6 miles from Layer Marney Tower Tolleshunt Knights, Essex Stay from: £70.00

Prested Hall - 3.1 miles from Layer Marney Tower Colchester, Essex Stay from: £62.00

Best Western Marks Tey Hotel - 3.9 miles from Layer Marney Tower Marks Tey, Essex Stay from: £59.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Polstead Lodge - 12.9 miles from Layer Marney Tower Polstead, Essex From: £75.00

Polstead Lodge - 12.9 miles from Layer Marney Tower Polstead, Essex From: £40.00

Rothmans Bed & Breakfast - 14.7 miles from Layer Marney Tower Chelmsford, Essex From: £22.00

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Colchester
Visitor Information Centre
1 Queen Street
Colchester
Essex
England
CO1 2PG
Tel: 01206 282 920
Alternate Tel: 01206 282 828
Fax: 01206 282 924
Email: vic@colchester.gov.uk
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