Lund's Tower

Lund's Tower is a stone tower in Sutton that rises about 11 meters high and features crenellated battlements at its top. A spiral staircase inside winds up to a viewing platform where visitors can see across the surrounding landscape.

The tower was commissioned by James Lund in 1887 and designed by the architectural firm R. B. Broster & Sons. Its construction coincided with Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, a major celebration of the British monarchy at that time.

The tower earned Grade II listed building status in October 1984, marking its importance within England's architectural heritage and Victorian era construction methods.

The structure sits on Earl Crag and stands near Wainman's Pinnacle, with both serving as local reference points. The location is quite exposed on high ground, so visitors should be prepared for changing weather conditions.

The structure is locally called one of the "Salt and Pepper Pots", a nickname shared with Wainman's Pinnacle because of how they look together from a distance. Two different stories explain its origin, one connecting it to the owner's daughter and another to the royal celebration.

Location: Sutton

Inception: 1887

GPS coordinates: 53.88370,-2.01335

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:02