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MONUMENT NO. 5781

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The tower at Old Bewick is first mentioned in 1509 when it belonged to the Prior of Tynemouth. In 1542 part was covered with lead but the rest was out of repair, while in 1548 it was entirely a ruin although recommended by the Border Commissioners for repair. It is mentioned in 1608 and 1614, but in 1676 and 1678 is referred to as being ruinous. A survey of circa 1715 mentions a large ruinous tower in the village. The Eglingham to Chillingham road has been built over the foundations of the building.

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