Bell Tower (Falkirk)
The Falkirk Bell Tower is a tower in the Scottish city of Falkirk in the council area of the same name . In 1972 the structure was included in the Scottish List of Monuments in the highest category A.
history
In 1697 a bell tower was built in Falkirk. During the 18th century it was used as a prison, among other things. The condition of the tower deteriorated and when Glen of Forganhall had an adjacent four-story building built between 1802 and 1803, it collapsed. The tower preserved today was built on the foundations of its predecessor. Construction based on a design by David Hamilton began in 1813 and was completed the following year. The total cost was £ 1,460. In 1927 the tower was damaged and repaired. The top ten meters was rebuilt in this context.
description
The classicist tower is located in the center of Falkirk on the High Street . The approximately 43 m high tower is divided into four floors and ends with a pointed helmet with an octagonal floor plan. The masonry consists of smoothed ashlar stones. On the third floor, Doric columns flank arched windows and have triangular gables. Tower clocks are embedded on all sides. Ionic columns carry the helmet.
Individual evidence
- ↑ a b c Listed Building - Entry . In: Historic Scotland .
- ↑ Entry on Falkirk Bell Tower in Canmore, Historic Environment Scotland database
Web links
- Entry on Falkirk Bell Tower in Canmore, Historic Environment Scotland database
Coordinates: 55 ° 59 ′ 57.3 " N , 3 ° 47 ′ 3.2" W.