The Old Tower, Bramcote
Introduction
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The Old Tower, Bramcote
Image: © Alan Murray-Rust Taken: 17 Oct 2016
This is all that remains of the medieval church, which was considerably decayed by the middle of the 19th century, and was replaced by the present church on Town Street in 1861. Slated for complete demolition, in the end the 14th century tower was reprieved to provide a location for 'monuments and memorial plaques'. It still retains a late 16th century bell frame, although the bells were re-cast and transferred to the new church. The tower is Listed Grade II and with the surrounding garden is now looked after by the 'Friends of Bramcote Old church Tower'.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.932235
Longitude
-1.245237