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This blue commemorative plaque records: Built on the site of a medieval priory, the Abbey Building, constructed as a National School, is Grade II Listed and dates from 1826 with additions in 1870. The National Society for Promoting the Education of the Poor supported the building of National Schools on behalf of the Anglican Church. In 1826, the building included a "Gaol lock-up with three large cells. The building also served as the Poor House until the Workhouse on London Road opened. Recorded plaque organisation: Daventry Heritage Trail.
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