Cow Tower, Norwich Cow Tower, Norwich The Cow Tower is an artillery tower by the River Wensum in Norwich, Norfolk, England. Built between 1398 and 1399 by the city authorities in response to the threat from France and indigenous English rebels, the tower was intended to defend the north-eastern approach to Norwich with hand cannons and bombards. It stood apart from the main city walls, close to the river where its height would have allowed it to fire onto the higher ground opposite the city. The tower was designed to hold a garrison when required and was well furnished, probably using different floors
Norwich Society all buildings and objects of antiquarian and architectural worth; to exercise a vigilant opposition to all acts of vandalism and generally to work for a fairer City”. It does this by:• Scrutinising local authority city development planning proposals to encourage the highest possible standards• Identifying planning and development needs and arguing for them with the relevant authorities• Gathering evidence of problems and concerns and making the case for change Norwich Society The Norwich Society was established in 1923 to help preserve the historical buildings in Norwich, Norfolk. It aims to promote high quality town planning within the city. The Norwich