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 is a medieval bell tower located in Northumberland, England. The structure dates from the medieval period and serves as an example of ecclesiastical architecture typical of its era. As a listed monument, it represents an important surviving element of the region's religious heritage and demonstrates the construction methods and design conventions employed in bell towers during the Middle Ages. The tower's survival to the present day provides archaeological evidence of medieval building practices and the spatial organisation of religious communities in northern England.

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 is a medieval bell tower 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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