Mistley Towers
The Walls, Mistley, Essex, CO11 1HB
Even in its ruined state Mistley remains an unusual and interesting site. The towers are built in rendered brickwork with decoration in Portland stone. Tuscan porticos project from the outer sides, topped by small lantern domes. The eastern tower was originally the chancel of the church and inside you can still see its painted commandment boards and a painted representation of the Holy Trinity on the ceiling. The western tower is identical internally, though without the painted decoration. The churchyard contains a number of early to mid-18th century monuments including an obelisk and a large, polished, black granite Egyptian-style mausoleum to the Norman family. Please join us on Heritage Open Days when we will be opening the towers, inclyding a display and offering walking tours around Mistley, the home of the Rigby families.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 2pm to 5:30pm
- Sunday 14 September:
- 2pm to 5:30pm
Location & directions
The Walls, Mistley, Essex, CO11 1HB
- Directions:
- There are no facilities at the towers but they are on the edge of the village of Mistley where there are shops, and places to eat and drink. Please be aware that there are four steep, narrow steps up to the doors of each tower.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Please be aware that there are four steep, narrow steps up to the doors of each tower.
