Moot Hall, History museum at The Green, Elstow, England
Description
Moot Hall is a brick-built museum with timber framing in Elstow that holds permanent and rotating displays about local history. The ground floor features three rounded doorways while both levels have casement windows that maintain the original character.
History
The building was constructed around 1500 by nuns from Elstow Abbey, who first used it as storage for market stalls. It later became a courthouse where disputes from the market fair were settled.
Culture
The name comes from the medieval court meetings held within its walls. You can see how the space was designed to bring the community together for important decisions.
Practical
Plan your visit for a weekend since the museum only opens on Saturdays with limited hours. It helps to check ahead as availability can vary depending on the season.
Did you know?
The museum holds two original prison doors from Bedford Gaol where writer John Bunyan was imprisoned. These rare objects link the local story to an important chapter in English literature.
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