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Leith Hill Tower MCF01_02_0268
Filename: mcf01_02_0268.jpg
Size: 6436 x 4910 (10.3MB)
Date: 17th October 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: His toric England Archive
Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Leith Hill Tower MCF01_02_0268
Leith Hill Tower, Leith Hill, Wotton, Mole Valley, Surrey. A group of people at the base of Leith Hill Tower looking up at the tower. Also at the base of the tower is a woman wearing an apron and a table of refreshments.
This folly tower was built in 1764 or 65 by Richard Hulls of Leith Hill Place and is on the summit of Leith Hill, the second highest place in south-east England
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Media ID 26935585
© Historic England Archive
1910s Folly Georgian Leisure People Sightseeing Tower
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print captured by Katherine MacFee, we are transported back to the early 1900s at Leith Hill Tower in Surrey. The image showcases a group of people gathered at the base of the magnificent Georgian folly tower, their eyes fixed upwards in awe. As they crane their necks to take in its grandeur, it is evident that this architectural marvel commands attention and admiration. Amidst the crowd stands a woman wearing an apron, perhaps offering refreshments from a table nearby. Her presence adds a touch of domesticity amidst the splendor of nature and man-made beauty. It's as if she has brought comfort and hospitality to those who have embarked on this sightseeing adventure. Leith Hill Tower itself holds great historical significance, having been constructed between 1764 and 1765 by Richard Hulls of Leith Hill Place. Perched atop Leith Hill, one of the highest points in southeast England, it offers breathtaking panoramic views that stretch far beyond what meets the eye from its base. This snapshot not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of our human fascination with architecture and nature's wonders. It invites us to imagine ourselves among these curious visitors from over a century ago – gazing up at this towering structure while simultaneously appreciating our place within history's tapestry.
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