Radcliffe Tower, Medieval fortified manor house in Radcliffe, England
The remains of Radcliffe Tower stand 20 feet tall with dimensions of 10.5 yards by 19 yards, featuring thick stone walls and narrow windows.
James de Radcliffe received permission from King Henry IV in 1403 to fortify the structure with crenellations and construct a great hall with stone wings.
The tower's name originates from the red cliff along the River Irwell, where Norman nobility established their residence after the Saxon land redistribution.
Visitors can access the fenced archaeological site through Close Park or St Mary's Church during daylight hours without paying admission fees.
Archaeological excavations in 2012 uncovered medieval tiles and pottery, providing evidence of the site's extensive architectural and social development through centuries.
Location: Bury
GPS coordinates: 53.56381,-2.30978
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:43
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