Defender of the South Barbican - Helsmsley Castle

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The south barbican consists of a central twin-towered gatehouse, originally approached across a drawbridge, flanked by curtain walls with rounded towers at either end. The barbican was built between 1277 and 1285.

The 'Defender" is one of three bronze warrior figures located near the south barbican. They were created by the the late Malcolm Brocklesby.