Leicester Guildhall
Leicester Guildhall, Medieval public building in Leicester, England
The Leicester Guildhall features timber-framed architecture with detailed wooden panels, high ceilings, and stained glass windows throughout its medieval structure.
Built in 1390 as a meeting place for the Guild of Corpus Christi, the building later became Leicester's first town hall until 1876.
The Great Hall regularly hosted theatrical performances during the Tudor period, with documented evidence of traveling acting companies entertaining local audiences.
The museum opens daily from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM, offering guided tours that showcase the preserved medieval interiors and historical exhibitions.
The building served as Leicester's first public library in 1632, when the town collection moved to the east wing containing rare manuscripts.
Location: City of Leicester
Part of: Leicester Museums and Galleries
Website: https://leicestermuseums.org/leicester-guildhall
GPS coordinates: 52.63485,-1.13754
Latest update: May 16, 2025 03:46
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