Layer Marney Tower, Essex
Details
Accessibility
https://www.historichouses.org/house/layer-marney-tower/exclusive-use/
2025:
"Accessibility
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
- Guide dogs welcome
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
Access to the gardens, the church, tea room and shop are possible in a wheelchair. The play area has a large disc swing. We have a toilet fitted for wheelchair access.
There is no lift up the tower but if you are coming to a wedding or conference there is a lift to the Corsellis Room.
Some pieces from the Crowns and Crests exhibition are displayed on the ground floor in the Hall of the Tower"
Brief description
https://www.layermarneytower.co.uk/
2025:
"It is 500 years since the death of Henry, 1st Lord Marney in 1523. Henry Marney was Henry VIII’s Lord Privy Seal and Layer Marney Tower is his statement house, built to shows his wealth and his power, reflecting his relationship with the King.
Layer Marney Tower is England’s tallest Tudor Gatehouse, standing within the Essex landscape, commanding views to the River Blackwater.
For information about our forthcoming events, please look on the Events Page.
We are open throughout the year for pre booked School Visits, Guided Tours, Weddings, Celebrations and Corporate hire. Have a look at our other pages for more information.
It is also possible to Stay here."
Address
Layer Marney Tower Nr Colchester, Essex CO5 9US
Phone
Website
https://www.layermarneytower.co.uk/ and https://layermarneytowerweddings.co.uk/
https://www.historichouses.org/house/layer-marney-tower/exclusive-use/
Directions
https://www.layermarneytower.co.uk/
2025:
"We are situated 1 mile off the B1022 Colchester – Maldon Road. 6 miles from Colchester and 9 miles from Maldon. What3Words: lawns.full.views"
Opening Times
https://www.layermarneytower.co.uk/
2025:
"Opening times: 11am-5pm
23 Apr – 30 JulyWednesday & Sunday3 Aug – 31 AugSunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday1 Sept – 28 SeptSunday & Wednesday
Event prices may differ, please check. Children aged under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Dogs are welcome on leads.
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Amenities
https://www.historichouses.org/house/layer-marney-tower/exclusive-use/
2025:
"Conference rooms
Corporate hire
Film location
In-house catering
Mostly wheelchair accessible
Overnight accommodation
Suppliers list
WiFi"
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
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Location
Nearest Venues
Layer Breton, Colchester, Essex
1.16 miles*
Tiptree United Reformed Church, Essex
1.80 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.