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The Red Tower

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    1. Historic Centre of York – York City Walls loop from York

    7.92km

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    June 2, 2025

    The Red Tower is located next to what used to be a fairly sizeable lake known as the ‘Kings Fishpond’. The lake was formed in 1068, when William the Conqueror dammed the river Foss at Fishergate, raising the water level by 2m (6ft). A map of 1610 by John Speed shows how the water provided a very effective defence as it spread over low ground to the east of the city and also some distance up Tang Hall Beck. It shows the medieval city walls surrounding Walmgate from Fishergate Tower to Red Tower, each ending next to the waters of the flooded river Foss. Lots of info on this landmark if you are interested:
    yorkwalls.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Red-Tower-History-rev-2.pdf (7-page pdf)
    en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Tower_(York)
    redtoweryork.org.uk/red-tower-history
    yorkcivictrust.co.uk/heritage/civic-trust-plaques/red-tower

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