Memorials & monuments · East of England
Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58
In or near Norwich.
Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Norwich · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
The nearest railway station is Norwich, located 0.9 km away. Entry to the Tower and Adjoining Retaining Wall is free.
About
Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 is a Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom, registered on the National Heritage List for England (NHLE entry 1280541). 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 TG 2307 S BRACONDALE (south-west side) 5/104 26.2.54. Tower and adjoining retaining wall to rear of No. 58 (Formerly listed as No. 58 (Tower House) including Tower at rear). GV. II* Tower House. Early C17, possibly earlier and contempocary with No. 54 (Manor House: q.v.) Brick and flint rubble on lower part; brick above. On split-level site: 3 storeys and basement. Rear elevation: Flight of C20 steps up to C19/20 plank door on right with 3-centred arch under moulded brick pediment. Moulded brick string courses on first and second floors. 4-light mullioned and transomed brick windows to right (replaced by wooden 2-light window on second floor) and similar blocked 2-light windows to left, all with pediments. Large first floor window has iron- framed casement with rectangular leaded lights and pale green glass. Crenellated parapet with brick coping and higher stair turret to left. C19 chimney at north-east corner. Right side elevation has 3-centred moulded brick arch to cellar door; wooden mullioned and transomed window on ground floor; and 4-light (rebuilt) brick windows above. Interior: mostly C19, including stairs on site of original. One chamfered and stopped girder on first floor. Barrel-vaulted cellar. High retaining wall and adjoining tower to south-west is of flint and brick rubble with vertical brick lacing, brick coping and 3 tapering buttresses. Some repairs but much of the brickwork is similar to that in the tower. Listing NGR: TG2378407395 Legacy The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system. Legacy System number: 228845 Legacy System: LBS
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The site of St Peter Southgate's Church in Norwich features the remaining ruins of a medieval church that was established by the late 12th century and demolished in 1887. Visitors can see the substantial tower and remnants of the church's structure, which reflect its historical significance and architectural evolution over the centuries.
Place summary
The Tower and Adjoining Retaining Wall to Rear of Number 58 is a Grade II* listed memorial located in Norwich, Norfolk, in the East of England. This structure is notable for its historical significance, contributing to the architectural heritage of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6182, 1.3044
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- Norwich
- Parish
- Norwich, unparished area
- Postcode
- NR1 2AS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Norwich South
- Nearest railway station
- Norwich — 0.9 km
- Official site
- www.heritage.norfolk.gov.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17531017 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58?
- Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode NR1 2AS), in the parish of Norwich, unparished area.
- What is Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58?
- Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 — Grade II* listed building-listed memorial in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58?
- The nearest railway station is Norwich, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NR1 2AS.
- Is Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 a listed building?
- Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
- Is Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 free to visit?
- Yes, Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58 is free to enter.
- How do I get to Tower And Adjoining Retaining Wall To Rear Of Number 58?
- The nearest railway station is Norwich, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NR1 2AS.