Embleton Tower

Embleton Tower is a rectangular stone structure standing three stories tall in a small village on England's Northumberland coast. The building features Norman architectural elements in its lower section, with two vaulted basement chambers that retain their original stonework.

The tower was built in 1395 to protect Embleton's church and its community from Scottish raids. It served as one of the defensive structures in this contested border region of England.

Between 1875 and 1884, historian Mandell Creighton resided at the vicarage, where he wrote his extensive work on papal history.

The site is accessible to visitors interested in exploring a medieval defensive tower's interior spaces. Set aside time to climb through the different levels and examine the architectural details at your own pace.

The basement contains two original vaulted rooms, one equipped with a fireplace and storage areas. These chambers reveal how medieval defensive structures doubled as practical shelters for people and supplies during times of danger.

Location: Embleton

GPS coordinates: 55.49500,-1.63700

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47