Ruskin Rooms, Richard Harding Watt, and Walter Aston brushed metal plaque

This brushed metal commemorative plaque records: This building was erected by Richard Harding Watt in his usual Mediterranean style in 1902 as a recreation and reading room for the townspeople. The architect was Walter Aston. Among the various uses to which the building has been put is as a fire station and as the headquarters of the British Legion. It was substantially renovated in 1977.

Richard Harding Watt was a local benefactor who commissioned the Ruskin Rooms, contributing significantly to community welfare through his patronage. Walter Aston, the architect, designed this Mediterranean-style building in 1902, which has served various public functions including as a fire station and British Legion headquarters.