Fishguard Town Hall, Grade II listed town hall in Fishguard, Wales
Fishguard Town Hall is a neoclassical building standing on Market Square with a symmetrical five-bay frontage topped by an octagonal lantern and decorative weathervane. The structure serves as the administrative center for the town council and functions as a community gathering place.
Built in 1830 as a market hall with shop fronts, the building was transformed when a commemorative clock was added in 1887 for Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. This shift from market space to formal administrative use reflects the town's growing civic importance during that era.
Inside, a wall hanging depicts the Battle of Fishguard through embroidered artwork inspired by the famous Bayeux Tapestry, telling a local story through needle and thread.
The town hall sits centrally on Market Square and is easily accessible on foot, with clear visibility thanks to its classical architecture. Visitors should note that the building primarily functions as an administrative center, so visiting times may be limited depending on council activities.
An old cannon that once defended Fishguard Fort now stands outside the town hall, linking the building to the area's maritime defense past. This artifact tells of a period when coastal fortifications protected the local population.
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