Marmion Tower
📍 West TanfieldNorth Yorkshire
A 15th-century gatehouse with a fine oriel window beside the River Ure in West Tanfield.
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What’s free
Free entry to the tower
About
Marmion Tower is a three-storey 15th-century gatehouse that once led to a riverside manor house, which no longer survives. Look out for the oriel window, then pop into the church next door to see the Marmion family monuments. It sits in the village, so it pairs nicely with a riverside stroll.
Opening times
- Daily 10am to 6pm Apr to Sep, 10am to 5pm Oct, 10am to 4pm Nov to Mar
Times can change, so check with the venue before a special trip.
Good to know
Costs to know about: Parking at the village hall, 50p honesty box
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