Perth Sheriff Court, Category A listed courthouse in Perth, Scotland
Perth Sheriff Court is a courthouse in Perth, Scotland, built in the Greek Revival style with ten fluted Doric columns supporting an entablature and pediment. The classical facade stands prominently in the city center and remains an important building within the local judicial infrastructure.
The building was completed in 1819 and replaced an earlier structure that had been the site of a 1600 plot against King James VI. This transformation marked a shift from a location of royal intrigue to one of judicial authority.
The building functions as the judicial center for the region, where cases across different areas of the Scottish legal system are heard each day. Its prominent location and formal architecture reflect its importance to the local community and justice system.
The building is located in the city center and is easily accessible on foot from main streets. Visitors should note that this is an active courthouse and some areas are not open to the public.
A bronze panel on the south wall, created by sculptor Sir John Steell, commemorates the earlier building that once stood here. This plaque is often overlooked but offers a tangible link to the site's past.
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