Memorials & monuments · South East England
The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park
In or near Rotherfield.
The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Hadlow Down · 5.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The Gibraltar Tower in Heathfield Park is located at postcode TN21 8PD and is accessible via the nearest railway station, Hadlow Down, which is 5.6 km away. Entry to the memorial is free.
About
The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park is a Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1194199). Listed status protects buildings and structures of special architectural or historic interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for further details.
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Heritage listing
Details This list entry was subject to a Minor Amendment on 19/12/2012 TQ 52 SE 3/792D 30.8.66 5208 HEATHFIELD BATTLE ROAD The Gibraltar Tower Heathfield Park II* Originally called Heathfield Tower. Ornamental tower of 3 storeys erected by Francis Newbery in 1792-3 to commemorate the successful defence of Gibraltar by General Lord Heathfield from 1779 to 1782. Possibly designed by John Crunden. Ashlar. The ground floor is octagonal and has 8 coved and pointed recesses, of which the heads are now filled with weather-boarding. Cornice above ground floor. The upper portions of the tower are round. The first floor has 4 pointed windows (now filled with weather-boarding), and 4 round recesses containing quatrefoil ornamentation. Stringcourse above first floor. The top storey has 4 round windows (now filled with weather-boarding), and above machicolation, a cornice and blocking course. The interior comprises a circular staircase and 3 rooms originally decorated with views of Gibraltar, since removed. Listing NGR: TQ5879021394 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 295189 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: High Weald
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Gibraltar Tower is a memorial located in Heathfield Park, South-East England. This Grade II* listed building is notable for its architectural significance and historical value.
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- Coordinates
- 50.9701, 0.2602
- County
- East Sussex
- District
- Wealden
- Parish
- Heathfield and Waldron
- Postcode
- TN21 8PD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Sussex Weald
- Nearest railway station
- Hadlow Down — 5.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17556898 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park?
- The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park is in East Sussex, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode TN21 8PD), in the parish of Heathfield and Waldron.
- What is The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park?
- The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park?
- The nearest railway station is Hadlow Down, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode TN21 8PD.
- Is The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park a listed building?
- The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
- Is The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park a protected site?
- Yes — The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park is part of the High Weald National Landscape (AONB).
- Is The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park free to visit?
- Yes, The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Gibraltar Tower, Heathfield Park?
- The nearest railway station is Hadlow Down, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode TN21 8PD.