Swanswell Gate black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: Swanswell Gate Completed circa 1440 as part of the fortified town wall, remains of which stand in the adjoining gardens. Originally named Priory Gate it gave access to the Prior's lands outside the wall. Including Swanswell Fishpool. The archways were blocked, windows inserted and the roof raised when it was converted into a house and gardens were presented to the city and wall remains are now Scheduled Ancient Monuments.

Swanswell Gate, originally named Priory Gate, was completed circa 1440 as part of the fortified town walls, serving as a key entry point to the Prior's lands. Today, it stands as a Scheduled Ancient Monument, offering insight into medieval defensive architecture and urban development.