Barnaby's Tower

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Barnaby's Tower stands at the southeast corner of the city walls of Chester, Cheshire, England. It is designated by English Heritage as a Grade I listed building.[1]

Barnaby's Tower, Chester England. A grade I listed building.

The tower probably dates from the 13th century, and it was damaged in 1664–66 during the Civil War. When the city walls were converted into a raised walkway between 1702 and 1708, the tower was converted to form a feature at this corner. It has been repaired on occasions since, and in 1879–80 was altered at the expense of one of the city councillors.[1]

The tower is constructed in coursed red sandstone rubble, and stands on a stony outcrop. It forms a three-sided projection from the walls, its top being level with the walkway, and is decorated with mock crenellation. There is no evidence of any chamber at a lower level.[1]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 English Heritage. "Barnabys Tower, Chester (1376168)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 7 April 2012  .

Coordinates: 53°11′15″N 2°53′15″W / 53.18763°N 2.88750°W / 53.18763; -2.88750

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