Building record MLI96010 - Guildhall and Sessions Hall, St Peters Hill, Grantham
Summary
Guildhall building designed by William Watkins, built 1867-9.
Type and Period (2)
- GUILDHALL (Post Medieval to Modern - 1867 AD to 2050 AD)
- SESSIONS HOUSE (Post Medieval to Modern - 1867 AD to 2050 AD)
Protected Status/Designation
Full Description
Guildhall building designed by William Watkins, built 1867-9. The building is symmetrical, in modified French style, and is built of red brick, and has a tall clock lantern. To the rear is a Sessions Hall in red brick. It has some original interior features including an ornate wooden balustrade to the public gallery and a canopy over the judge's seat. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}{2}
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SLI6703 Index: Department of the Environment. 1972. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 9/294.
- <2> SLI12679 Report: South Kesteven District Council. 2009. Grantham Conservation Area Appraisal. Civic Centre character area.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred SK 91543 35673 (39m by 46m) Surveyed |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | GRANTHAM, SOUTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (2)
- Event - Survey: Site visit to Grantham Conservation Area (ELI9375)
- Event - Survey: Site Visit to the Guildhall and Sessions Hall, Grantham (ELI9485)
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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