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The Naze is a two kilometre stretch of land situated north of
the town of Walton on the Naze in Essex, just south of the Harwich
estuary. Walton on the Naze yields many fossils. See the Naze
tower built in 1721 to guide shipping to the busy port of Harwich.
NAZE TOWER CAR PARK, CO14 8LJ. Charges apply. About 2 miles north
of Frinton.
Walton on the Naze is
a traditional seaside town with many of its original features
still in evidence. Walton Pier is one of the longest in the country
and it has a history stretching back to 1830. It serves as an
amusement centre. Take the train ¾ mile to the pier end.
About 1 mile north of Frinton.
Harwich Redoubt Fort, Harwich, Essex, CO12 3LT. Tel: +44 (0)
1255 503429. Circular fort commanding the harbour. Eleven guns
on battlements. About 8 miles north of Frinton.
The Electric Palace Trust
and Electric Palace (Harwich) Ltd, King's Quay Street, Harwich,
Tel: 01255 553 333. The Electric Palace cinema, Harwich, is one
of the oldest purpose-built cinemas to survive complete with
its silent screen, original projection room and ornamental frontage
still intact. Other interesting features include an open plan
entrance lobby complete with paybox, and a small stage plus dressing
rooms although the latter are now unusable. There is also a former
gas powered generator engine with a 7 foot fly wheel situated
in the basement. About 8 miles north of Frinton.
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