Bondgate Tower, Bondgate Within, Alnwick - Northumberland (UA)

The east gate of the former town wall, built circa 1450 by the 2nd Earl of Northumberland. Consists of a recessed central portal between two projecting semi-octagonal towers. The main defects relate to damage from high-sided vehicles passing through the central portal. Further impact of a similar nature could cause a serious collapse. Discussions are ongoing with owner and Northumberland County Council regarding proposed traffic management.

Site Details

Designated Site Name:

Bondgate Tower

Heritage Category:

Scheduled Monument

List Entry Number:

1006597

Local Planning Authority:

Northumberland (UA)

Site Type:

Defence > Town defences

Location

Building Name:

Bondgate Tower

Street Name:

Bondgate Within

Unitary Authority:

Northumberland (UA)

Parish:

Alnwick

Parliamentary Constituency:

North Northumberland

Region:

North East and Yorkshire

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Building or structure

Condition:

Very bad

Occupancy / Use:

Vacant/not in use

Priority:

A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed

Previous Priority:

A

Ownership:

Private

Designation:

Scheduled Monument and Listed Building grade I, CA

List Entry Number(s):

1006597 and 1041513