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The Middle Ward: Chivalry
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THE MIDDLE WARD: CHIVALRY
Returning to Castle Yard, one turns left to the Round Tower, the mound and the moat of which are a charming garden - of particular attraction in daffodil time - and on passing beneath the so-called Norman Gateway (it was built by Edward III), the stairs leading up to the roof of the Round Tower will be seen through a doorway on the right.
The Round Tower played an important part in medieval chivalry. It was built by Edward III as a meeting-place for his knights of the Garter, who were to assemble within a great and resplendent circular chamber, after the style of the legendary Knights of the Round Table. From its summit a wonderful panorama is disclosed, the views extending over twelve counties.
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