Berwick town walls, Fortification walls in Berwick-upon-Tweed, England.
The stone defensive walls encircle the town center for 2.4 kilometers, featuring multiple gates and strategically positioned bastions for military protection.
Constructed in 1558 during Queen Elizabeth I's reign, these walls replaced earlier medieval fortifications to strengthen defense against potential Scottish invasions.
The walls display advanced Italian-inspired military architecture of the 16th century, reflecting the engineering knowledge exchange between England and continental Europe.
Visitors can walk the entire circuit of the walls in approximately 45 minutes, accessing entrances through four main gates positioned around the perimeter.
These fortifications remain the sole complete example of Elizabethan-era town walls in Britain, incorporating both stone barriers and water-filled defensive ditches.
Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed
GPS coordinates: 55.77100,-1.99770
Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:44
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