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Strand Gate is a medieval gatehouse located in the town of Winchelsea in East Sussex, England. Built in the 14th century as part of Winchelsea's fortified town defences, it stands as one of the surviving architectural elements of this planned medieval port settlement. The gate is constructed of stone and represents the defensive infrastructure that protected the town during the medieval period, when Winchelsea was an important and prosperous harbour. The structure remains a significant example of medieval military architecture and testament to Winchelsea's historical importance as one of the Cinque Ports.
Strand Gate, Winchelsea is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002306. View the official record →
Strand Gate is a medieval gatehouse located in the town of Winchelsea in East Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002306.
Strand Gate, Winchelsea 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 1002306.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Grey Friars, Winchelsea (0.4 km), Barn and cellar in Rectory Lane (0.4 km), Ferry Gate, Winchelsea (0.4 km).
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