York, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Clifford’s Tower
— York Castle —
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 15, 2018
1. Clifford’s Tower Marker
Inscription.
Clifford’s Tower. .
Clifford’s Tower. The original motte and bailey castle on this site was erected by William the Conqueror. The present tower usually described as "the Great Tower", was built between 1245 and 1262 by order of King Henry III. It was encircled by a moat fed from the River Foss. By 1800, the moat was no longer in existence. The tower was taken within the confines of the new 'York County Prison' begun in 1826 and demolished in 1935. The grassed centre of the castle area known as the "Eye of York" is a legacy from the days when York castle belonged to the Crown. County elections and royal proclamations were issued from the precincts. This piece of land was transferred to York City Council in 1988 for the princely sum of £1.
Clifford’s Tower
The original motte and bailey castle on this site was erected by William the Conqueror. The present tower usually described as "the Great Tower", was built between 1245 and 1262 by order of King Henry III. It was encircled by a moat fed from the River Foss. By 1800, the moat was no longer in existence. The tower was taken within the confines of the new 'York County Prison' begun in 1826 and demolished in 1935. The grassed centre of the castle area known as the "Eye of York" is a legacy from the days when York castle belonged to the Crown. County elections and royal proclamations were issued from the precincts. This piece of land was transferred to York City Council in 1988 for the princely sum of £1.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1245.
Location. 53° 57.327′ N, 1° 4.808′ W. Marker is in York, England. Marker is at the intersection of Tower Street (England Route B1227) and Clifford Street, on the right when traveling north on Tower Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: York, England YO1 9SA, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Fairfax House (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); St George’s Hall Cinema (about 150 meters away); Castlegate House
5. The York Minster Cathedral from Clifford’s Tower
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 274 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on October 22, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
