Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBell tower or clock tower

Bell tower or clock tower

England
List entry 1006566
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bell tower or clock tower is a Grade II listed building located in Northumberland, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and served an important civic or ecclesiastical function within its community. As a bell or clock tower, the monument would have been instrumental in regulating daily life and marking significant hours through the ringing of bells or the display of time. The building exemplifies the architectural traditions of northern England during the medieval era, reflecting the practical and symbolic importance of timekeeping infrastructure to medieval settlements.

Bell tower or clock tower is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006566. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bell tower or clock tower?

Bell tower or clock tower is a Grade II listed building located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006566.

Who is responsible for protecting Bell tower or clock tower?

Bell tower or clock tower is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1006566.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bell tower or clock tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Morpeth Old Bridge (0.3 km), Motte and bailey castle on Haw Hill (0.4 km), Morpeth Castle (0.5 km).

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