Leicester Corn Exchange, Grade II* listed building in Market Place, Leicester, England
Description
The Leicester Corn Exchange is a neoclassical building with seven bays facing the Market Place and a prominent stone archway to the first-floor entrance. The interior was expanded over time to accommodate different functions and uses within its walls.
History
The building was constructed in 1851 as a single-story market hall and received an additional floor in 1855 to serve magistrate functions. These changes reflect how the building adapted to meet the city's changing needs over time.
Culture
The building once served as the heart of grain trading in Leicester and still reflects its past as a vital commercial hub. The way it functions today as a public gathering space shows how commercial venues have transformed their role in city life.
Practical
The building is easy to access from the Market Place and features entrances at both ground and upper levels for visitor convenience. The interior is relatively compact, making it simple to navigate the space.
Did you know?
A statue of the 5th Duke of Rutland, sculpted by Edward Davis, stands outside the building and has been part of the place since the 1850s. This monument to a local nobleman marks the historical importance of the site in Leicester's story.
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