Monument record 1160/1/11 - Postern in South Wall of Inner Bailey
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Full Description
{1} To west of round tower is a postern gate which formerly had low elliptical arch of plain Norman mouldings; in front of the gate is a terrace sited between wall and ditch which runs round outside of castle.
{2} Thomas Irvine records portion of postern in south wall of inner bailey.
<1> Wetton, 1849, Guidebook to Northampton and its Vicinity, p.30 (checked) (Book). SNN1032.
<2> 1862, Northamptonshire Archaeology, NAS 53/54 (unchecked) (Series). SNN3997.
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Location
| Grid reference | SP 7482 6050 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Aug 18 2016 12:06PM
