Welcome

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, 1st Lord Marney, Layer Marney Tower is a statement house, that shows its original owner was rich, powerful and a friend of the King.

Layer Marney Tower is open to Visitors on Wednesdays and Sundays.

From Monday 18th July we are open Sunday – Thursday 11am – 5pm. The Tearoom is open as well.

We revert to Sundays and Wednesday openings on Sunday 4th September.

There are lots of Special Events taking place through the Summer. Have a look at our Events page to see if anything appeals

Layer Marney Tower is open throughout the year for pre booked schools, guided tours, weddings and celebrations. Have a look at our other pages for more information. It is also possible to stay here

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Opening Times

House Open	Sunday 3 April, 2022
1 May – 13 July	Sunday & Wednesday
17 July – 1 Sept	Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
4 – 25 Sept	Sunday & Wednesday
Opening times	11am – 5pm

Tickets & Prices

Adults	£10.00 Prices may vary
Children	£5.00 for some events.
Family	£28.00 (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. We have EXTRA DAYS we are open, if you have a look in the Events

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 is happening. We have EXTRA DAYS when we are open, both summer and Winter. Tickets available 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 Key stages and also outward-bound and Forest School activities.

Time to explore

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