The Turret From Houses Of Parliament is located south of Clitheroe Castle keep as the centrepiece in a rose garden. The octagonal stone turret with gargoyles, crocketed finials and four lions rampant with shields was presented to the Borough of Clitheroe by Sir William Brown MP in honor of the coronation of HM King George VI, 12th May, 1937. - AsNotedIn
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
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| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1854/00/00 | Charles Barry | Architect | Turret originally built as part of the parapet of the Houses of Parliament, constructed 1840-54 | |||
| 1937/00/00 | Houses of Parliament Turret presented to the Borough of Clitheroe by a local MP to commemorate the coronation of George VI. |
| Particulars for Turret From Houses Of Parliament: | |
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| Disposition | Architectural Remnant |
| Area of Significance | Engineering |
| Sight Category | Structure |
| Structure Type | Tower |
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| NHLE List Entry Number: | 1071555 |
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