Derry-Londonderry in Derry And Strabane, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Castle Gate
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., September 18, 2012
1. Castle Gate Marker
Constructed in 1803 this was the second of the three new gates into the city. Although originally named New Gate, by the mid 19th century it was known as Castle Gate after the medieval tower house built by the O'Doherty family.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Forts and Castles • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1803.
Location. 54° 59.803′ N, 7° 19.321′ W. Marker is in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland, in Derry And Strabane. Marker is at the intersection of Magazine Street and Castle Street, on the right when traveling west on Magazine Street. Marker is on interior of the city wall. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland BT48 6HJ, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Castle Gate (a few steps from this marker); Hangman's Bastion (within shouting distance of this marker); Shipquay Street (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Butcher Gate (about 90 meters away); a different marker also named Butcher Gate (about 90 meters away); Magazine Gate (about 120 meters away); a different marker also named Magazine Gate (about 120 meters away); World Wars Memorial (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Derry-Londonderry.
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Also see . . . History of Derry, Ireland. (Submitted on December 29, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., September 18, 2012
2. Castle Gate and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on September 7, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 29, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 520 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 29, 2013, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
