Site of a Domesday castle erected by Sweyn of Essex
Distinctive 'motte & bailey' defences
Wildlife haven in Rayleigh town centre
Sweeping views across the Crouch Valley
Open air theatre in summer
History display in adjacent windmill (opening restricted, not NT)
What's new this year
Views of the Mount and new exhibition on the history of Rayleigh in the adjacent windmill (owned by Rochford District Council. Tel. 01702 318120 for details)
No WC, nearest WC in Mill Hall
Opening arrangements
Summer
76
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Sa
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Winter
75
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Tu
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Sa
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KEY: Dark blue=open
The Mount closes 2 Sats and other opening times may vary. Tel. for details. Last admission 30mins before closing