Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall, Walton - Wakefield

Water gate, probably medieval. Roughly-dressed coursed masonry. Central segmental archway with inner recess for doors, which leads to flight of 7 stone steps. Flanking turrets, from one of which it is said Oliver Cromwell fired the first swivel-cannon gun in England. The whole is surmounted by large carved wooden crucifix. The arch is in poor condition and a heavy growth of ivy conceals much of the structure from view. The bridge, which forms part of the Scheduling, is not at risk. The site has recently changed hands and we are discussing repair with the new owners.

Site Details

Designated Site Name:

Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall

Heritage Category:

Scheduled Monument

List Entry Number:

1005791

Local Planning Authority:

Wakefield

Site Type:

Domestic > Fortified house

Location

Building Name:

Bridge and medieval gateway at Walton Hall

County:

West Yorkshire

District / Borough:

Wakefield

Parish:

Walton

Parliamentary Constituency:

Normanton and Hemsworth

Region:

North East and Yorkshire

Assessment Information

Assessment Type:

Building or structure

Condition:

Poor

Occupancy / Use:

Not applicable

Priority:

C - Slow decay; no solution agreed

Previous Priority:

C

Ownership:

Commercial company

Designation:

Scheduled Monument, 2 LBs, RPG grade II*