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Rochford Tower, Lincolnshire

Rochford Tower is a mediæval tower near Skirbeck, Lincolnshire. The tower dates from around 1460 was attached to a contemporary hall block, demolished in 1807. The house is believed to be named from the Rochford family, who were associated with the area from the 13th century. In 1504 the property was granted to the Abbot of Westminster and, from about 1600 until 1816, was owned by the Kyme family and became known as 'Kyme Tower', although it was subsequently known as Rochford Tower. It is within the council area of Boston (Lincolnshire).
Historic England Grade I Listed 1062088.

Place Type: Mediæval Monument
Historic County: Lincolnshire
Division of County: Parts of Holland
Lat, Long: 52.980788,0.010754505
Grid Reference: TF 3509 4449
Civil Parish: Fishtoft CP
Council Area: Boston CA (Lincolnshire CA)
Strategic Authority Area: Greater Lincolnshire SA
Police Area: Lincolnshire PA

GBPN ID: 304136
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Rochford_Tower,_Lincolnshire_304136

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