Yorkshire - Chantry Local Feature Fishergate Postern Tower
need of a sweep and some TLC too as it discharges smoke from the crevices in the chimney breast on the top floor. The challenging spiral staircase that
gives access to the top of the Tower is getting to be an even bigger obstacle to overcome for our ageing legs. The Tower has been opened up on
John & Chris Dowell J
ohn and Chris Dowell tell us about Fishergate Postern Tower in York, which is now open to the public and visitors of York.
The medieval tower was built back in
1505 to keep any marauding Scots at bay. Unfortunately it’s no longer up to date with many modcons, as the garderobe (medieval toilet) cannot be used as the river no longer laps the Tower, meaning it would discharge its lovely contents onto the heads of passers-by! The lovely large fireplace on the ground floor is in much
Owner Feature
Everest. W
e are always astounded by the amazing things our owners get up to while not on park - we
seem to have a whole host of adventurers here at Chantry and Derek is just one of them.
Derek has recently returned from
Peru, and the Everest base camp from his second expedition to Everest. As you can see from the photos it must have been a truly amazing adventure full of breath- taking moments and spectacular sights. We have such
admirations for your achievements Derek and would like to say thank you for sharing you stunning photos with us.
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For the towers opening hours please visit
www.yorkwalls.org.uk or contact Sue in the main office.
behalf of ‘The Friends of York Walls’ as we need to raise funds to bring it back into community use. When open it is manned by volunteers. So why not have a day out and visit us in York, we would love to see you.
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