Exhibition: In Defence of the Realm – The Friends of Jaywick Martello Tower

This special exhibition by the Friends of Jaywick Martello Tower shines a spotlight on the early history of ‘Martello Tower C’, our very own Jaywick Martello Tower!

Learn about key coastal Essex defences built during the Napoleonic Wars.

 Discover the story behind the Tower’s construction—who built it, how it was made, and the lives of those connected to it.

Event details

Date

August 7 - 8, 2025

Times

10:00am - 4:00pm

Prices

Free

Who for?

For the whole family

Where?

Jaywick Martello Tower

The Promenade, Belsize Ave, Jaywick Sands, Essex, England, CO15 2LF

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