1877-80 by T E Collcutt. Inverted U-formed selection embracing a significant community area powering (potentially after intended as the Council Chamber but now the Magistrates Courtroom). Imposing constructing in a freely-interpreted north European Gothic design and style with Jacobean ornamental touches. Pretty steeply pitched Welsh slate roofs acquiring decorative shaped and pedimented gable finishes and tall, many-shafted chimneys. Ashlar in slim, irregular programs. Windows mostly large 2 or 3-light-weight cross casements. Principal east entrance of three tall storeys and attic, a few bays. Prime storey has big pedimented bay windows, breaking eaves, Attic is established back with a balustraded balcony. 1st ground oriels. Projecting central entrance has totally free attractive detail and a balustraded balcony over. At north corner is a wonderful tower of 6 levels underneath a clock experience and one particular deeply-arched phase around it, topped by parapet in advance of established again top rated storey and tall’ mansard. Quite regular 3-storey 7-bay north front. South elevation to Lee Street has two massive conclusion masses crowned by gables and a lessen intermediate portion owning a central entrance with substantial round-arched doorway. A equivalent mass rises guiding. Collcutt also intended the interior of which significantly survives like some furnishings. The Court docket Space, the Mayor’s Parlour, the Council Chamber and’ (specifically) the Members’ Lounge have abundant aid decorations, carved fireplaces and pretty excellent woodwork. EH Listing
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