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Designed as a mock castle by popular architect James Wyatt, Broadway Tower was built by Lord Coventry. There are two stories which state why the tower was erected.
One suggestion states that it was built to commemorate Admiral Duncan's victory over the Dutch just before the turn of the 18th Century. The other, maybe more likely, states that Lady Coventry had it built after a test beacon showed that it could be seen from her home in Worcester some 20 miles away.
Initially Lord Coventry used the tower as a beacon. A fire would be lit when he returned home from London, alerting staff at Croombe Court that he was on his way home.
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Many influential residents housed themselves at Broadway Tower. It was once the holiday home to prominent socialist William Morris, who pioneered the use of buildings as holiday homes.
The tower and grounds are a popular attraction, the landscaped gardens are said to have been inspired by famous designer Capability Brown. Visitors can enjoy the views and various exhibits that detail the various history of the tower.
Did you know?
- Broadway Hill is the second most elevated natural point in the Cotswolds.
- The tower stands at 1024 ft above sea level.
- Broadway Tower is 65ft.
- William Morris designed many wallpaper prints. The walls within the tower still display the paper he put up.
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