Brown plaque № 39751

This brown commemorative plaque records: The Old Town Hall. This building was erected in 1805 by private subscription to provide shelter and a meeting place for visitors to the spa. At a meeting here on 6th July 1841 the newly formed Harrogate Improvement Commisioners decided to build the Royal Pump Room. Remodelled in 1875 by Arthur Hiscoe, the Old Town Hall has been variously known as the Promenade Room, the Voctoria Room and the Town Hall Theatre. Lily Langtry and Oscar Wilde were two of the many celebrities to perform here. Recorded plaque organisation: Harrogate Borough Council.

The Old Town Hall, built in 1805, served as a pivotal meeting place for the Harrogate Improvement Commissioners who planned the Royal Pump Room; it has also hosted performances by notable figures such as Lily Langtry and Oscar Wilde.