God's House Gate and Tower
God's House Gate and Tower, Medieval gatehouse and tower in Southampton, England.
The structure combines a late 13th-century gatehouse with a three-story tower featuring eight gunports and defensive positions on the rooftop.
Following the French raid of 1338, the original Saltmarsh Gate underwent fortification and received extensive additions in 1417 to accommodate artillery equipment.
The building transformed from a defensive structure to a prison in 1786, later becoming the Museum of Archaeology until 2011.
Visitors can explore the arts venue Thursday through Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 and Sunday from 10:00 to 16:00, with free admission to exhibitions.
The tower contained a water mill powered by a tidal moat system, while its gallery stored gunpowder and ammunition under the supervision of Southampton's highest-paid official.
Location: City of Southampton
Inception: 15 century
Part of: Southampton town walls
GPS coordinates: 50.89635,-1.40292
Latest update: March 9, 2025 07:36
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