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Old Court House, Christchurch blue plaque

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Old Court House, Christchurch blue plaque
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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.

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