The winter 2016 version of the FoYW Newsletter, covering the 2016 October, November and December events, plus some news of 2017 dates is now available HERE
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The WALLS WALK from Fishergate Postern Tower steps to Fishergate Bar steps has now re-opened.
An inspection of Tower 39 ( the tower in the corner adjacent to Fishergate Postern Tower, overlooking the junction of Fishergate and Paragon Street) has revealed that an internal shallow brick arch forming the roof inside the tower is in need of repair and the walkway supported by the brick roof arch across the top of the tower has started to subside. In the interests of public safety this section of the wall walk was closed to the public whilst a full detailed inspection took place. Temporary supports have now been installed inside Tower 39 and a decision will now be taken on what measures are needed for a more permanent repair. This short section of walkway is safe, and has now been reopened to the public.
The Friends of York Walls hope to open Fishergate Postern Tower AND Tower 39 as part of the January 2017 Residents Festival Weekend. Access to Tower 39 will be reviewed nearer the time.
Fishergate Postern Tower is now closed for the winter season. Our next opening will be at York Residents Weekend at the end of January 2017 – see you then. Watch this space for details nearer the time.
A big thank you to all our volunteers, friends and visitors who have helped to make 2016 a record year for visitors numbers to Fishergate Postern Tower – with just over 8000 visitors recorded over the 24 open days. In addition over 1000 visitors attended the two evenings of the Illuminating York event, and enjoyed a walk on the City Walls at night.
The Autumn 2016 version of the FoYW Newsletter, covering the 2016 events, is now available HERE