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Perrott's Folly

Edgbaston, Birmingham

One of the 'two towers' said to have inspired Tolkien.

John Perrott built this 29-metre tower in 1758, possibly to look out over his estate, or, as one story says, to gaze at the grave of his wife. J.

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When
Built 1758
Where
52.4686, -1.9263
Group
Towers & follies

Visiting

Opens to visitors on special days such as Birmingham Heritage Week.

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