Hoober Stand
This folly built to commemorate an aristocratic victory over Catholic rebellion plays tricks on the eye.

šŸ“œ Pyramidal tower in Wentworth, England, known for an optical illusion.
šŸ” Constructed between 1746 and 1748 to celebrate the suppression of the Jacobite uprising.

Why Go

āœØ Experience an optical illusion where the cupola appears to move
šŸžļø Enjoy beautiful views of the English countryside from the top
šŸ“œ Learn about its historical significance

Why Avoid

šŸ…æļø Limited parking available in a narrow lane
ā™æļø Internal steps make the tower inaccessible to some visitors

Cost

šŸ’° Entry fee Ā£2.50.

Hours

šŸ•’ Sundays and public holiday Mondays, from English Spring public holiday until end of September.

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