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Vaulted Well Chamber plaque

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Vaulted Well Chamber plaque
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The public map records this plaque for Vaulted Well Chamber. Its recorded inscription reads: Vaulted Well Chamber (13th century) The Chamber houses a 54 feet deep brick-faced well which drops to the water level below the Mound. This provided a supply of fresh water to the occupants of the Tower which once stood on the summit of the Mound.
The Vaulted Well Chamber, dating from the 13th century, is significant for its role in supplying fresh water to the occupants of the tower atop the Mound, showcasing medieval engineering skills in water management and urban planning.

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