Reculver Towers

 Reculver Towers are a pair of iconic 12th-century church towers that stand on the coast of Kent, England. They are the remains of a 7th-century Saxon church, and they provide a stunning reminder of the area's rich history.

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Reculver Towers in Kent, England

The towers are located on a hilltop overlooking the Reculver Coast, which is part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. They are a popular destination for tourists and day-trippers, who come to enjoy the views, explore the ruins, and learn about the history of the site.

The towers are Grade I listed buildings and Scheduled Ancient Monuments. They are managed by English Heritage, and they are open to the public for visits.

Here are some of the key features of the Reculver Towers:

• They are built of flint rubble with Caen stone dressings.
• They are each about 22 meters (72 feet) tall.
• They have a spiral staircase leading to the top, where there are panoramic views of the Kent coastline.
• The towers were used as watchtowers to protect the coast from Saxon pirates.
• They were also used as lighthouses to guide ships safely into the Thames Estuary.
• The church that originally stood between the towers was destroyed in the 11th century AD, but the towers survived and have continued to be used as a landmark for navigators.

The Reculver Towers are a fascinating reminder of Kent's rich history. They are a testament to the ingenuity and engineering skills of the Saxons, and they continue to provide a sense of place and identity for the local community.