"This little building overlooking the Middle Slipway dates from about 1720. It was used by the coastguard service as a Watch House until 1799, when it was taken over by the HM Customs to keep an eye on local shipping and, in particular, any smuggling."

You can read more about the history of the 'Middle Slip' and the 'Watch House' here;

parkgatesociety.co.uk/the-middle-slip-and-the-old-watch-house

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Elevation 60 m

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Location: Neston, Cheshire West and Chester, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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