Monument record BAW 013 - Martello Tower V, Bawdsey Manor
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Summary
"Site of early C19 Martello Tower (V) built on the E bank of the River Deben facing tower U" (Felixstowe 061), within late 19th century garden incorporating Pulhamite.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TM 3356 3781 (100m by 101m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM33NW |
| Civil Parish | BAWDSEY, SUFFOLK COASTAL, SUFFOLK |
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Full Description
"Site of early C19 Martello Tower (V) built on the E bank of the River Deben facing tower U (Felixstowe 061). It was part of a three- tower formation and supported a battery S of the tower (S2). Demolished in 1819 (?1919) its circular site can still be seen in the grounds of Bawdsey Manor" (S1)(R1).
The site is now marked by a 19th century circular sunken garden, in which pieces of the demolished tower can be seen incorporated into the gardens (S3).
Also note use of Pulhamite in artificial rock garden. Bawdsey Manor house built in 1888 (S3).
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Dec 10 2010 10:28AM