Marmion Tower
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Overview
Southwest of Masham, seek out this solid-looking 15th-century gatehouse near the church in West Tanfield, which once led to the stately riverside home of the Marmion family. William Parr, brother of Catherine, Henry VIII’s last wife, later owned the place. You can walk through the vaulted gate passage, and look up to see an elegant little oriel window on the outside wall. Spiral stairs lead up inside the square tower to what were once living chambers.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open daily Apr-Sep, 10-6; 1-30 Oct, 10-5, 31 Oct-Mar, 10-4. Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan. Check website for changes to opening times
About the area
North Yorkshire, with its two National Parks and two designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is England’s largest county and one of the most rural. This is prime walking country, from the heather-clad heights of the North York Moors to the limestone country that is so typical of the Yorkshire Dales – a place of contrasts and discoveries, of history and legend.
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Caravan & Camping
Sleningford Watermill Caravan Camping Park
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Picnic Area
- Shop onsite
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The White Bear
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Otter Cottage
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Otter Cottage
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