Where is English Heritage - Cow Tower and how do I get there?

Cow Tower is located at Cotman Fields, Norwich NR1 4AA, in Norfolk. For directions, check the website before your visit.

What are English Heritage - Cow Tower's opening hours?

Cow Tower is open daily from 09:00 to 17:00, Monday through Sunday.

Is English Heritage - Cow Tower suitable for families?

Yes, Cow Tower is listed as child-friendly, making it a suitable outing for families with children.

How do I book or contact English Heritage - Cow Tower?

You can contact Cow Tower by phone on 01603 213434, or visit the website for further information.

Norfolk · Heritage Sites

English Heritage - Cow Tower

Cow Tower is a 14th-century artillery tower and heritage site in Norwich, Norfolk, built to defend the city from invasion.

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English Heritage - Cow Tower

Standing on the banks of the River Wensum at Cotman Fields, Cow Tower is one of the earliest purpose-built artillery towers in England, dating from the 1300s. The structure is notable for its fine medieval brickwork, a relatively rare material for defensive architecture of that period in England. Managed by English Heritage, the tower is free to view from the outside and sits within an easy walk of Norwich city centre.

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