York, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Multiangular Tower
This tower formed the north west
corner of the Roman Legionary
Fortress of Eboracum
It was built about 300 A.D. on
the site of an older and simpler
tower. The larger stonework
at the top is medieval.
Master Monumental Masons at their
Conference in York September 1968
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Forts and Castles.
Location. 53° 57.682′ N, 1° 5.226′ W. Marker is in York, England. Marker can be reached from Museum Street (England Route A1036) close to Lendal, on the left when traveling north. Located in Yorkshire Museum Gardens. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: York, England YO1 7FR, 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 Multiangular Tower (here, next to this marker); Yorkshire Philosophical Society (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles Allen Tree (within shouting distance of this marker); St. Leonard’s Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); Voluntary Guides (within shouting distance of this marker); St Mary’s Abbey (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Coat of Arms of Charles I (about 120 meters away); Lendal Tower (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in York.
Also see . . . The Multiangular Tower – History of York. (Submitted on October 23, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 23, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 23, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.