Rayleigh
Rayleigh is noted for its handsome 14th century church and the mound of its former royal castle built by the Saxons. Adjacent Rochford has a square surrounded by attractive buildings, the oldest dating from 1270. The red-brick tower of the church was once used by smugglers. Nearby is 15th century Rochford Hall, reputed birthplace of Anne Boleyn.
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