What was King Alfreds tower used for?

The tower was intended to commemorate the end of the Seven Years War against France and the accession of King George III, and supposedly stands near the location of ‘Egbert’s stone’ where it is believed that Alfred the Great, King of Wessex, rallied the Saxons in May 878 before the important Battle of Ethandun (now …

How tall is Alfred’s Tower?

49 m
King Alfred’s Tower/Height

What does King Alfred suffer from?

Background. King Alfred the Great died on the 26th October 899, probably through complications arising from Crohn’s Disease, an illness which forces the body’s immune system to attack the linings of the intestines.

Why was King Alfred’s Tower built?

The project to build the tower was conceived in 1762 by the banker Henry Hoare II (1705-1785). The tower was also intended to commemorate the end of the Seven Years’ War against France and the accession of King George III.

Can you climb King Alfred’s Tower?

Can you climb King Alfred’s Tower? YES you can!

Can you go in King Alfred’s Tower?

The best way to approach the tower is either to take one of the several lovely walks from Stourhead, or to park in the Alfred’s Tower visitors’ car-park and walk across the lane by the car-park entrance.

Is Alfred Ragnar’s son?

He was the youngest son of King Æthelwulf, who died when Alfred was young. Three of Alfred’s brothers, Æthelbald, Æthelberht and Æthelred, reigned in turn before him. After ascending the throne, Alfred spent several years fighting Viking invasions.

Do you have to pay to go to King Alfred’s Tower?

Admittance is free of charge to NT members; otherwise the 2015 charges are adults £3.40, children £1.70, families £7.40. Most of the forest surrounding King Alfred’s Tower is not owned by the National Trust.

Is Stourhead open in lockdown?

Our restaurant and outdoor kiosk are now open daily. The restaurant has reverted to a pre-covid seating layout. We will continue to maintain high standards of cleanliness and till and collection points will be screened. Hand sanitiser will be available should visitors wish to use it.

Where is King Alfred’s tower in Wiltshire England?

King Alfred’s Tower is a folly in Wiltshire, England, close to the border with Somerset, on the Stourhead estate. The tower stands on Kingsettle Hill and belongs to the National Trust.

How tall is King Alfred’s tower in Stourhead?

King Alfred’s Tower is a 160ft (49m) high folly, designed by Henry Flitcroft for Henry Hoare II in 1772. It is believed to mark the site where King Alfred the Great rallied his troops in 878.

Do you have to pay for King Alfreds Tower Walk?

Whilst the wider estate is open to access without pre-booking, you will need to book tickets if you plan to visit the garden. Members can book for free, while non-members will need to pay when booking. We’ll be releasing tickets every Friday.

When did Henry Hoare build King Alfred’s tower?

It is the start of the Leland Trail, a 28-mile (45.1 km) footpath which runs from King Alfred’s Tower to Ham Hill Country Park. The project to build the tower was conceived in 1762 by the banker Henry Hoare II (1705-1785).

What was King Alfreds tower used for? The tower was intended to commemorate the end of the Seven Years War against France and the accession of King George III, and supposedly stands near the location of ‘Egbert’s stone’ where it is believed that Alfred the Great, King of Wessex, rallied the Saxons in May 878…