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Town Hall, Christchurch and John Edward Walcott blue plaque

Blue plaque
Town Hall, Christchurch and John Edward Walcott blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: Originally constructed in 1746 in the Market Place at the junction with the High Street and Castle Street The Town Hall was rebuilt on this site in 1860 by public subscription generously supported by the Borough's MP, Admiral John Edward Walcott of Winkton Lodge Recorded plaque organisation: Christchurch Local History Society.
Admiral John Edward Walcott RN was a prominent naval officer and Member of Parliament for Christchurch; he significantly contributed to rebuilding the Town Hall in 1860, enhancing the civic architecture of Christchurch.

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