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Earl Grey Tower (Reform Tower)

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Earl Grey Tower (Reform Tower)

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Earl Grey Tower (Reform Tower)

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    Location: Stanton CP, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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    January 13, 2023

    This is no hunting tower, this is Earl Grey Tower, also called Reform Tower. It was built to commemorate the Reform Act of 1832, which was introduced by Charles Grey to give more people the right to vote. Such a pity the tower is in such a bad condition! Read more on atlasobscura.com/places/earl-grey-tower

      February 17, 2019

      An old hunting tower made from local birchover stone

        November 15, 2020

        Quite the surprise in amongst a lovely wooded area.

          June 9, 2022

          Stumbled upon the while walking the path around the boundary. Amazing

            January 17, 2025

            Really lovely tower to come across, easy access for photo opportunities. steps are small and steep but still manageable even on snowy days just mind your step

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              Location: Stanton CP, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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