Commemorative plaque 8697
Overview
Commemorative plaque 8697 is recorded as Commemorative plaque in England Guildford. This commemorative plaque records: Guildford Museum Around 1630, next to the medieval gateway of Guildford Castle, Francis Carter built a 'hall-and-crosswings' house, including two fine fireplaces. Later, the house became divided into several tenements and was bought by Guildford Corporation in 1885.
Why it was made
The saved account records: This commemorative plaque records: Guildford Museum Around 1630, next to the medieval gateway of Guildford Castle, Francis Carter built a 'hall-and-crosswings' house, including two fine fireplaces.
People and events
The saved account records: Later, the house became divided into several tenements and was bought by Guildford Corporation in 1885.
How it worked
The saved account records: In 1898 it was restored to its original form to be the headquarters of the Surrey Archaeological Society.
What remains
The saved account records: Since 1937, the museum has been run by Guildford Borough Council, though it remains the home of the Surrey Archaeological Society.
Why it mattered
Commemorative plaque 8697 matters because material evidence was found or examined here, allowing the place to answer questions that its name alone cannot. The source records: Of especial note are Roman priests' head-dresses, pagan Saxon grave goods and medieval floor tiles. The examination or finds give physical evidence for date, use or human activity rather than leaving the account as guesswork.
History checked 15 August 2026 against the named sources below.
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