Keppels Column
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Keppel's Column is a 115 ft. (35 m) tower built in the late 18th century to commemorate the acquittal of the court-martialled Admiral Keppel. It visibly bulges due to an entasis correction, which was rendered inappropriate when funding problems reduced the height. It was commissioned in 1778, by the Marquis of Rockingham, built to commemorate the acquittal of Admiral Keppel on charges of Treason and was designed by John Carr.
The column is located on a prominent hill between Wentworth and Kimberworth near Rotherham.
It is now closed to the public, and has been in danger of falling into disrepair for some time. It is a well known and liked landmark in the area.
