
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: The Guildhall The former church of Holy Trinity is now the Guildhall of the freemen and guilds of Chester. From medieval times, the guilds regulated trade in the city and produced the famous mystery plays until 1575. The original church was rebuilt 1865 - 69 to the design of the Chester architect James Harrison
James Harrison was a prominent Chester architect active in the 19th century, known for his work on significant local buildings including the reconstruction of the Guildhall from 1865-1869. His designs played a crucial role in shaping the architectural landscape of Chester during the Victorian era.
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