Contract for the erection of a powder tower and work on other buildings at Tilbury, possibly Tilbury Fort

This material is held atHull University Archives, Hull History Centre

  • Reference
    • GB 50 U DP141/1
  • Dates of Creation
    • post 1672
  • Physical Description
    • 1 item

Scope and Content

The contract was made with Sir William Pritchard (1632-1705) who described himself as 'merchant taylor' and was mayor of London. The document is undated but is probably from after 1672 when Pritchard was made Sheriff of London. The contract also mentions agreements regarding work on the triangle pallisades, the Great Gates, the blockhouse and the parapet.

Access Information

Access will be granted to any accredited reader