Historic Sites
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Electric Palace
The Electric Palace cinema, Harwich, is one of the oldest purpose-built cinemas to survive complete with its silent screen, original projection room and ornamental frontage still intact. The cinema has a varied programme, sign up to their regular emails for details
- 01255 553333
- http://electricpalace.com/
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Ha’penny Pier & Visitor Centre
The Information Centre opens at Easter until 2nd week of October 10am to 5pm daily. Free guided tours of Harwich start at Ha’penny Pier every Saturday at 2pm during the summer season.
- 07487 605032
- https://www.harwich-society.co.uk/maritime-heritage-trail/hapenny-pier-visitors-centre/
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Harwich Museum
Harwich Museum which is housed within the former Bernard Uniform offices was officially opened in 2021. Whether you drop in for half an hour or half a day, there is plenty to explore whatever your age.
- 01255 317330
- https://www.harwichmuseum.com/
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Harwich Redoubt Fort
Harwich Redoubt Fort is 180ft (60m) circular fort build in 1808 to defend the port of Harwich from Napoleonic invasion.
- 01255 502872
- https://www.harwich-society.co.uk/maritime-heritage-trail/harwich-redoubt-fort/
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The High Lighthouse
Built in 1818 to replace a light over the Town Gate. This and the Low Lighthouse were used in transit to aid navigation into the harbour. The High Lighthouse was withdrawn from service in 1862 and now houses a museum of local interest.
- https://www.harwich-society.co.uk/maritime-heritage-trail/the-high-lighthouse/
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