Colchester, Essex
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N 51° 53.388 E 000° 53.936
31U E 355414 N 5750867
The main building of local government in Colchester, Essex
Waymark Code: WM44G8
Location: Eastern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/06/2008
Views: 24
The Baroque-style building also houses the town's magistrates courts. It was opened in 1902 following the demolition of the previous town hall after worries over the foundations. The building has over 90 rooms and its impressive tower dominates Colchester High Street. On top of the 162ft tower is a statue of the Virgin Mary. The building also features a 15ft stained glass window of St Helena, the saint that many mistakenly believe is the statue on the tower.
Name: Colchester Town Hall
Address:
High Street
Colchester, UK
CO1 1FR
Date of Construction: 1902
Architect: John Belcher
Web Site for City/Town/Municipality: [Web Link]
Memorials/Commemorations/Dedications: Not listed
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