Seymour Tower (L'Avarison)
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member mikecart
N 49° 09.460 W 002° 00.458
30U E 572354 N 5445457
In 1781 after the French invaded Jersey and were defeated at the Battle of Jersey, the Governor of Jersey, Henry Seymour Conway embarked on a project to build coastal defences to better protect the island.
Waymark Code: WMA41H
Location: Jersey
Date Posted: 11/13/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member briansnat
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Seymour Tower, was built of granite in 1782 and was the only square tower built, the later towers were round. This tower is located a mile and a half offshore in a RAMSAR designated area. It is only possible to visit on foot during certain tides (this inter-tidal area experiences one of the most extreme tidal ranges in the world). For safety reasons the walk to this tower should only be conducted with a suitably qualified local guide such as the following: Jersey Walk Adventures Jersey Heritage also offer the opportunity to stay overnight at the tower. This tower is also now featured on Jersey Currency issued in 2010, on the ten pound note.
The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1782

Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": Jersey

Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was

What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: Used for defence of a border or land claim.

Current condition: Intact

This site is administered by ----: Jersey Heritage

If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Open to the public?: Open or unrestricted access.

Official or advertised web-page: Not listed

Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": Not listed

Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed
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