Eastgate and Eastgate Clock, Medieval gate with Victorian clock in Chester, England
The Eastgate features three sandstone arches supporting a walkway that forms part of Chester's city walls and holds a four-sided clock tower.
The original Roman gate from 74 AD marked the entrance to Deva Victrix fortress until its Georgian reconstruction in 1768 by Richard Grosvenor.
The addition of the clock in 1899 marked Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee, reflecting the architectural preferences and civic values of Victorian England.
The gate remains permanently open as a pedestrian passage, connecting the eastern section of Chester with its central district through the ancient walls.
Chester architect John Douglas designed the clock mechanism with four faces mounted on iron pylons, topped by a detailed copper ogee cupola.
Location: Cheshire West and Chester
Part of: Chester city walls
GPS coordinates: 53.19110,-2.88841
Latest update: May 11, 2025 08:48
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