Old Court House, Christchurch blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Medieval Borough-owned property dating in parts from the 13th century. By the 19th century it had become known as THE OLD COURT HOUSE as a back room was used to elect the Mayor, Constables, Hayward, Bailiff and Aletaster. The original Court House over the Castle gateway was taken down in 1888 Recorded plaque organisation: Christchurch Local History Society.

The Old Court House in Christchurch is a medieval structure dating partially from the 13th century, serving as a significant administrative center where key borough officials were elected until the original courthouse near the castle was dismantled in 1888.