Mayor's and City of London Court, Grade II listed courthouse in Basinghall Street, City of London, United Kingdom.
The Mayor's and City of London Court is a Grade II listed courthouse situated on Basinghall Street within the Guildhall complex. The building displays early 20th-century architectural features alongside traditional design and contains courtrooms, public areas, and administrative offices.
The building emerged from the merger of the Mayor's Court and City of London Court in 1920 under a new Act. This consolidation brought together two long-standing judicial institutions into a single functioning courthouse for the City.
The building embodies centuries of judicial practice in the City, functioning as a working courthouse where local legal matters are still resolved today. Its presence reflects how London's districts maintained their own courts separate from the national system.
The building is open for visitor access during weekday business hours, though some courtrooms may have restricted viewing. Amenities include disability access features, waiting areas, and quiet spaces for those attending proceedings.
This courthouse stands out as the only county court in England that does not carry the word 'county' in its official name. The distinction reflects the City's separate legal status from the rest of the country.
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