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Commemorative plaque 55408

Commemorative plaque
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Commemorative plaque 55408
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This black commemorative plaque records: Peterscourt - Peterscourt, formerly St Peter's College, was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott as a teacher training college for men. It was completed in 1859 and closed in 1914. From 1921 to 1938 it was a teacher training college for women, Since then its main use has been as offices, notably by Perkins Engines and by Peterborough Development Corporation. It was the latter's headquarters from 1969 to 1975. The building was restored and refurbished in 1985. Recorded plaque organisation: Peterborough Civic Society.
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Peterscourt, designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1859, served as a significant teacher training college for men until 1914 and later for women from 1921 to 1938, playing a crucial role in the education sector of Peterborough.

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