Where is The Norman Tower and how do I get there?

The Norman Tower is located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The full address is The Norman Tower, Bury Saint Edmunds, IP33 1RD.

What are The Norman Tower's opening hours?

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

Suffolk · Heritage Sites

The Norman Tower

The Norman Tower, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk: 12th-century gateway tower and historic landmark. Part of the town's rich medieval heritage sites and Abbey precinct.

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The Norman Tower

The Norman Tower stands as one of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk's most significant heritage sites, offering visitors a tangible connection to the town's medieval past. Built in the 12th century as the great gatehouse of the former Abbey, this impressive stone structure once controlled access to one of England's most powerful monasteries. You can climb the internal stairs to reach the top, where views across the town reward the effort.

Opening hours

Open now

Monday09:00 – 17:00

Tuesday09:00 – 17:00

Wednesday09:00 – 17:00

Thursday09:00 – 17:00

Friday09:00 – 17:00

Saturday09:00 – 17:00

Sunday09:00 – 17:00

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