Part Of City Wall From Phoenix Tower To Kaleyard Gate

This description covers a section of the city wall in Chester, which extends from the Phoenix Tower to the Kaleyard Gate. The wall is part of the northern section of the east wall of a Roman legionary fortress and the medieval city. It dates from the late 1st century to early 2nd century and from the late 11th century to early 12th century. In 1702 to 1708, the wall was converted into a raised promenade and has undergone repairs at various times.

The wall is constructed from purple-grey Bunter sandstone in Roman ashlar or re-used Roman stones, along with medieval and later softer red sandstone coursed rubble. The section of the wall measures approximately 365 meters long and 2 meters wide, featuring an outer face with around 14 courses. There is also a likely 18th-century flight of 11 steps, including 5 winders, which connects Abbey Street to the wall just north of Kaleyard Gate.