Town Wall, Newcastle black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: The Town Wall. The Corner Tower: two turrets at right angles to one another. At this point, in the early 14th century, the wall was turned east to enclose the newly acquired suburb of Pandon. Recorded plaque organisation: City of Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear County Council.

The Town Wall of Newcastle, including the Corner Tower, is a significant medieval fortification built primarily in the 13th and 14th centuries to protect the town; it played a crucial role in defending against Scottish invasions and symbolizes the historical military importance of Newcastle.