John F Russell Photography

Built between 1403 and 1412 the Clock Tower is one of only two medieval belfries in England. Giving fine views of the Abbey, Roman Verulamium and the City, the tower with its fine bell has survived almost 600 years of use.

The Clock Tower was a political statement, enabling the town to sounds its own hours, and, until 1863, the Curfew. It also gave the alarm in case of "fire or fray" - its bell rang out for the first battle of St Albans during the War of the Roses in 1455.

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Copyright: © John F Russell 2008

Photographer: John F Russell