Patcham Pylon, Stone gateway pylons on A23 road in Patcham, England.
Description
Patcham Pylon comprises two limestone towers with concave faces and buttressed corners positioned along the A23 road. These structures form an entrance gateway on the northern side of Brighton and Hove.
History
The towers were built in 1928 when the future King George VI and Queen Elizabeth laid the foundation stones. This royal involvement marked an important moment in the town's history.
Culture
The western tower displays an inscription welcoming visitors and expressing a message of hospitality in stone. This carved greeting reflects how the town wanted to make strangers feel at home.
Practical
Both structures are easily visible from the A23, with one positioned in the central reservation between the lanes. They can be best observed while traveling along the road.
Did you know?
The interiors of the towers contain time capsules with coins, newspaper clippings, and a record book from the foundation stone ceremony. These hidden objects transform them into repositories of local history.
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