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See thirteen counties in one day
Broadway
Tower is one of England's outstanding viewpoints. It is possible to survey an area which includes as many as thirteen counties. The views encompass the Vales of Evesham and Gloucester. On a clear day you may also see across the Severn Valley as far as the Welsh mountains and beyond.The Tower's Colourful Past
Built on an ancient beacon site, Broadway Tower has had a colourful history as - amongst others -
home to the renowned printing press of Sir Thomas Phillips, country retreat for the Pre-Raphaelite artists, notably the artist, designer, writer, craftsman, and socialist William Morris, location for the studies of the distinguished archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans and farmhouse. Today the Tower houses exhibitions connected with its past and the surrounding area. There is a fully illustrated guidebook to Broadway Tower Country Park available.
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
April to October: 10:30am - 5.00pm daily.November to March: 11.00am -3.00pm Sat & Sun. Opening times may vary according to weather conditions. |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Adult £3.80; Concession £3.00; Child £2.30; Family £10.00 (2 Adults + 2 children)
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Directions
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| Broadway Tower is situated off the A44 Evesham - Moreton-in-Marsh, one mile south-east of the village of Broadway. |
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Nearby Attractions
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Stanway House and Fountain
(4 Miles)*
Stanway House, an outstandingly beautiful example of a Jacobean manor house is situated near Winchcombe in the glorious Gloucestershire countryside and is now the setting for a 300ft single jet gravity fountain - the tallest fountain in Britain. |
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Stanway Water Garden
(4 Miles)*
One of the finest 18th century water gardens, restored in 1998, Stanway lies beneath the 700 foot high Cotswold escarpment. Its grand formal Canal, with 165 foot high fountain , stands on a great grass terrace overlooking the Jacobean manor house. |
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Bourton House Gardens
(5 Miles)*
Since Saxon times, the stone built village of Bourton on the Hill has hugged the Cotswold escarpment. Built on monastic lands, Bourton House, its Brewhouse stables and coach house have created a courtyard since the late 16th century. |
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Nearby Hotels
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Buckland Manor
(1 Mile)*
Buckland Manor dates back to the thirteenth century and is set in glorious grounds featuring immaculate gardens with running stream, small waterfalls, croquet lawns and tennis courts. |
Broadway Classic Hotel
(1 Mile)*
The Broadway Classic Hotel is the essence of quintessential England, situated in the centre of the picturesque Cotswold village of Broadway. |
Barcelo The Lygon Arms (2 Night Offer and 2 Dinners)
(2 Miles)*
The Lygon Arms has been welcoming guests in the Cotswolds for over 400 years. Surrounded by the antique shops and galleries of Broadway, it is set within its own gardens. The Lygon Arms has 2 AA Rosettes and offers a superb dining experience. |
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