First Police Station, Tetbury bronze plaque

This bronze commemorative plaque records: First Police Station No's 26 and 28 were one building and date pre 1568. 1590 - one room was sublet for "Ye Cock Tavern". 1594 - became known as "The House of the Poor" because the rents from it were shared amongst the 8 poor ladies living in the almshouses not to St Mary's church. 1735-1800 used as a school house. 1840-1883 Tetbury's first police station. during this time a lock-up cell was added to the back of the property. Recorded plaque organisation: Tetbury Civic Society.

The building at Nos. 26 and 28 served multiple community functions from the late 16th century onwards, including as an inn, almshouse, schoolhouse, and finally Tetbury's first police station from 1840 to 1883, reflecting its enduring role in local governance and social welfare.