Old Town Hall, Grade II listed town hall in Wakefield, England
The Old Town Hall is a two-story brick building with stucco facing and seven window bays, featuring round-headed sash windows across its first floor. The design reflects early 19th-century proportions and craftsmanship in its careful arrangement of architectural elements.
Construction took place between 1798 and 1800, when it served as New Assembly Rooms for civic gatherings. After 1861, it housed council chambers for two decades before its transformation into an organ manufacturing facility.
The building hosted the founding of the Wakefield Star newspaper in 1803, which introduced printed news to the town for the first time. This marked a turning point in how local people accessed information about their community.
The building sits in central Wakefield near Westgate train station, making it easy to reach by public transport. A multi-level car park with pay-and-display fees is located directly across the street for drivers.
A public art piece called 'seams' by sculptor Oliver Barratt stands outside the building, installed in 2007. This modern sculpture creates an unexpected contrast with the historic brick facade behind it.
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