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Built originally as a Napoleonic Fort in the early 19th century the tower now acts as a central hub for the local community and visitors. There are regular arts and heritage exhibitions, talks and events. Inspirational views and setting close to the beach

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Access: Jaywick Martello Tower has a wheelchair lift to the 1st floor, unfortunately not the roof due to the nature of the building.Trains: Every hour from London Liverpool Street station to Clacton-on-Sea, check with National Railways before travelling.Buses: Bus 10-11 from outside Clacton Station on left side of park. Bus stand does not show 10/11 but it is there. Get off at end of route, average time 20 minutes.Accessible by Public Transport: Clacton-on-Sea station is 4 miles away.

Jaywick Martello Tower - Geocaching

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The Promenade, Belsize Avenue, Jaywick, Essex, CO15 2LF

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