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Market Hall History

On 12th April, 1200, King John, son of Henry II, younger brother of Richard I (Lionheart) probably most famous for being forced to sign the…

Market Hall 1883

A competition for architectural designs was launched in May 1880, with one of its terms being the inclusion of an ornamental design connected with the…

Market Hall Stonework

The impressive stone sculpture above the main market hall entrance depicts the scene of King John accompanied by two knights as he hands over a…