King Alfred's Tower, Observation tower in Brewham, United Kingdom.
Description
King Alfred's Tower is an observation tower in Brewham, United Kingdom, standing on a hilltop amid the rolling countryside of southern England. Its triangular brick structure rises roughly 50 meters above the surrounding woodland, with a rounded projection at each corner and a narrow spiral staircase climbing along one interior wall.
History
A wealthy banker commissioned the tower around 1760, marking both the end of a war and the accession of a new monarch. During the Second World War, an aircraft struck the upper part of the structure, requiring major repairs in the 1980s.
Culture
Up close, the tower displays a carved figure on its facade, meant to recall a medieval ruler who gathered his forces in this area. Visitors come here to scan the horizon and sense the link between the site and events from centuries past.
Practical
The climb involves more than 200 steps winding up in a narrow spiral, so sturdy footwear and reasonable fitness help. Once at the top, the view stretches across Somerset, Dorset, and Wiltshire, with clear days offering the best range.
Did you know?
The aircraft collision in 1944 left visible damage that went unrepaired for decades, a reminder of how close wartime events came to this quiet hillside. Those who look carefully at the upper brickwork can still spot traces of the later restoration.
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