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3About Layer Breton
Layer Breton lies in rural Essex between Colchester and the Blackwater Estuary, accessible via the B1026 from A12 Junction 24. Day-trippers from Colchester visit for countryside walks and nearby Layer Marney Tower, whilst longer routes connect south to Maldon and the Dengie Peninsula. The village forms part of the historic "Layer" settlements, named after medieval field systems where "layer" meant pasture.
Where is Layer Breton on the map?
Layer Breton is in England, at 51.831, 0.821 - about 39 km north of Ramsey Island.
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What is the closest airport to Layer Breton?
The closest airport to Layer Breton is London Southend Airport, 58 km (about 49 min by car). Other airports nearby: London Stansted Airport, London City Airport.