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 COXTON TOWER FOURTH PERIOD the outer door was closed with a strong iron-grated "yett" (which is still in use), and the windows were securely barred with iron stanchions. FIG. 491. Coxton Tower. Window in Hall and Arms over Entrance Door. The entrance door is, as usual, situated on the first floor, and was originally approached by means of a ladder, although an outside stone FIG. 492. Coxton Tower. Plans and Section. stair has been built up to it in recent times. The ground floor, with a separate door to the exterior, formed a place of security for horses or