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Earls Colne Priory

Access unclearno public right of way confirmed — check locally before setting out

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Earls Colne Priory is a priory in Essex. It is one of ten priories the Albion Guide lists in the county. The nearest railway station is Chappel & Wakes Colne, 3.3 km to the east.

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Tall, well-preserved Norman keep with banqueting hall.

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Castle Hedingham

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A Colne Valley village of painted timber houses and two old inns clustered below its Norman keep.

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England's tallest Tudor gatehouse in brick.

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