County Hall, Grade II* listed municipal building in Kingston upon Thames, England.
County Hall is a classical building on Penrhyn Road featuring a prominent clock tower and a seven-bay frontage. The complex consists of several sections, including the Ashcombe Block, which contributes to the character of the ensemble.
Construction was completed in 1893 and it served as the seat of Surrey County Council until 2020. After the administration moved elsewhere, the building entered a new phase of use.
Inside the building are notable artworks, including 18th-century royal portraits painted by Allan Ramsay. These paintings reflect the artistic quality that decorated this official space.
The building has been undergoing transformation since 2021 into a mixed-use development. Check ahead about access and current conditions as renovation work is still ongoing at various sections.
The Ashcombe Block was damaged by a flying bomb in 1944 and reconstructed in 1953. This post-war rebuilding reflects how the complex was restored following wartime destruction.
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