Victoria Clock Tower, Isle of Man, clock tower in Foxdale, Isle of Man
The Victoria Clock Tower is a stone monument in Foxdale standing about 40 feet (12 meters) tall and supported by eight buttresses at its base, some reinforced with concrete elements. The structure displays the solid building methods of the early 1900s using local materials.
The Isle of Man Mining Company built this memorial in 1901, and it was among the first monuments in the British Empire dedicated to Queen Victoria's reign. The project reflected the peak of the island's mining prosperity.
The tower displays a marble tablet with inscriptions honoring Queen Victoria and directors of the Isle of Man Mining Company. This dedication reflects how central the mining industry was to the community.
The tower stands in central Foxdale and is easy to reach, as it was positioned to be visible from every corner of the village. Visitors can explore the site and surroundings during daylight without any special preparation.
In 1912, Mr. Kerruish purchased the tower during the mining company's liquidation sale and returned it to the community. This rescue preserved the memorial from loss and made it a lasting part of village life.
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