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England’s tallest Tudor Gatehouse, Layer Marney Tower stands within the Essex landscape, commanding views to the River Blackwater and beyond. Built in the reign of Henry VIII by Henry, Lord Marney, Layer Marney Tower is a statement house, that shows its original owner was rich, powerful and a friend of the King.

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Opening Times

House Open	19 May to 26 September, 2021
May – June	Sunday & Wednesday
18 July – 8 September	Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
September	Sunday & Wednesday
Opening times	11am – 5pm

Tickets & Prices

Adults	£9.00 Prices may vary
Children	£5.00 for some events.
Family	£25.00 (2 Adults +2 Children)

Event prices may differ, please check. Dogs are welcome on leads.

Getting Here

Layer Marney Tower Nr Colchester, Essex CO5 9US.

We are situated 1 mile off the B1022 Colchester – Maldon Road. 6 miles from Colchester and 9 miles from Maldon.

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Explore Layer Marney Tower

Visiting

Come and soak up the history of Layer Marney Tower, wander the buildings, climb the gatehouse, enjoy the garden and try out the play area. There is tea and cake and simple lunches available from the Tearoom and fun gifts in the Shop.

Plan your trip

Events

Layer Marney Tower has lots of events happening throughout the year. Some are organised by us and some with other people. They offer great days out. Check out what we have have on. We now have the facility to buy tickets online.

Great days out

Hiring

Layer Marney Tower is a lovely place to celebrate. We have spaces that can cope with all sorts of different numbers. We have been used for everything from Company Awards to Childrens Prize givings, from Wedding anniversaries to the arrival of a baby.

For every occasion

Staying

Hidden in the woods are 6 Glamour Camping tents, with real beds, running water and proper lavatories! In the Tudor buildings we have two apartments that each sleep two people, occasionally available through Air BnB.

Book a break

Learning

Winners of a Sandford Award, we take our educational offer very seriously. Open all year round for schools and groups. Our tudor buildings are used to offer an exciting range of educational programmes covering all Keystages and also outwardbound and Forest School activities.

Time to explore

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