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The Assembly Rooms

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Built in 1756 on the site of the old Market Cross and Bishop's Prison, demolished in 1706. The elegant hall, complete with musicians' gallery, was used by the local genrey for social gatherings.
The Assembly Rooms, built in 1756 on the site of the old Market Cross and Bishop's Prison, served as a prominent social venue for the local gentry. It was an important hub for cultural and social life in the community, featuring an elegant design with a musicians' gallery.

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