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Turton Tower

Introduction

Features at Turton Tower include formal gardens, a summer house, park and woodland.

Turton Tower's grounds consist of formal garden areas, park, woodland and gate piers. There is also a 17th-century summer house located east of the house.
Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
History

Turton Tower was built in the 15th century. The Tower was added to in 1596. The Tower was presented to the Urban District Council in 1930. Currently, the Tower is administered by Lancashire County Museums Service.

Features & Designations

Features

  • Summerhouse
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  • Gateway
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  • Fortified House (featured building)
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Key Information

Type

Garden

Purpose

Ornamental

Principal Building

Domestic / Residential

Survival

Extant

Hectares

3.2

Open to the public

Yes

Civil Parish

North Turton