Town Wall, Newcastle black plaque

The Town Wall. Site of 14th Century Close Gate. Damaged during 1644 siege when Town Wall was breached, it was repaired in 1648. Used as a prison after 1771 it was demolished in 1797.

Built into the wall beneath this plaque is a brick that says SITE OF TOWN WALL

by City of Newcastle upon Tyne and Tyne and Wear County Council

Colour: black

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