Chester has one of the most complete town wall circuits in the UK. Chester's walls are made of an attractive deep red sandstone, and form a useful pedestrian link between various parts of the city. There are many interesting views from the walls, and many interesting features in the walls themselves.
This tower, currently known as King Charles Tower, is the north-east corner tower of the medieval walls. It is thought to have been built in the late 13th century. It's defensive features were removed after the English Civil War, and it was then mainly used as a meeting place for various Guilds.
It's link with King Charles is that the king stood here watching his defeated army being putsued from the battlefield at Rowton Moor on 24th September 1645.
You are taking me on such a memory trip with these images from Chester! Another very familiar sight from walking the walls, which I used to do most Sunday afternoons back in my student days.
Peter, I know what you mean. The cutting the canal passes through on the north side of the city is very impressive. On one occasion I walked along the towpath from Chester to Ellesmere Port and saw much of historical canal interest along the route.
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I'm pleased that we are bringing back good memories for those of you who have visited Chester. It's the sort of place that generates good memories.
Ian
Peter, I know what you mean. The cutting the canal passes through on the north side of the city is very impressive. On one occasion I walked along the towpath from Chester to Ellesmere Port and saw much of historical canal interest along the route.
Ian
It is a remarkable tower, the steps and bricks are indeed fascinating
excellent compositiion
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Ian