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Cinderella Boys by Leo McKinstry; The remarkable story of the unsung RAF who rescued Britain from Hitler's U-boats and made Allied victory possible.
The Royal Wardrobe, TikTok sensation and author Rosie Harte tells of a horrible history and colourful past that will surprise and fascinate.
Henry VIII The Heart & The Crown. Bestselling author of the Six Tudor Queens series Alison Weir returns with the second in a captivating new trio of novels spanning three generations of history's most iconic family, the Tudors.

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Guide Prices

Ticket Type	/Ticket Tariff
Adult	£14.00 per ticket

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Road Directions

Take the B1022 from Colchester to Tiptree, signposted to Layer Marney Tower.

Essex Book Festival

Type:Historical Event

Layer Marney Tower, Layer Marney, Colchester, Essex, CO5 9US

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4.16 miles away

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Tollesbury Wick Marshes

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4.9 miles away
Shut Heath Wood

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5.32 miles away
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St John's Abbey Gate

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St Botolphs Priory

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