Jumbo Water Tower, Colchester
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Facts and practical information
Jumbo Water Tower is a water tower at the Balkerne Gate in Colchester, Essex. The tower was nicknamed ’Jumbo’ after the London Zoo elephant as a term of derision in 1882 by Reverend John Irvine who was annoyed that the tower dwarfed his nearby rectory at St. Mary-at-the-Walls. ()
Coordinates: 51°53'22"N, 0°53'42"E
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Balkerne GdnsColchester CO1 1PT
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Day trips
Jumbo Water Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum, Temple of Claudius, Colchester Town Hall.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Jumbo Water Tower?
Nearby attractions include Mercury Theatre, Colchester (1 min walk), Balkerne Gate, Colchester (2 min walk), Colchester Sixth Form College, Colchester (4 min walk), Colchester Town Hall, Colchester (5 min walk).
How to get to Jumbo Water Tower by public transport?
The nearest stations to Jumbo Water Tower:
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- Head Street • Lines: 1, 102, 103, 104, 1A, 2, 2A, 4, 61, 62, 62B, 63, 63A, 65, 66, 66B, 67, 67B, 68, 754, 756, 76, 77, 77A, 784, 8, 80, 80A, 81, 81A, 84, 84B, 93, 93A, X76, X93 (3 min walk)
- High Street • Lines: 4, 63, 63A (2 min walk)
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- Colchester Town (13 min walk)
- Colchester (20 min walk)