Town Hall, Grade II listed building in Torfaen County Borough. In the centre of Pontypool at the junction of Hanbury Road and Glentorvaen Road.
Town Hall is a stone building with Italianate style built in the mid-1800s and opened in 1856 in Pontymoile. The facade has five unequal sections with the left side projecting slightly and topped by a small clock tower, while the right side sits back, and the central entrance features tall columns framing an arched doorway.
The building was founded in 1854 as a gift from Lord Lieutenant Capel Hanbury Leigh to mark the birth of his son, and opened in 1856 with a formal concert. Over the 20th century it became the main seat of local government and was later expanded as part of a larger civic center.
The town hall served as a gathering place where residents came together for civic meetings and local celebrations throughout its history. It remains connected to how people experience community life in Pontymoile today.
The building is accessible via Hanbury Road and has protected status that preserves its historic features. Visitors should note that it functions as an active government center, so access may be limited during business hours.
The foundation stone was laid in 1854 by Mrs. Hanbury Leigh, and the opening celebration was an elegant evening concert rather than a traditional ceremony. This was significant because Pontymoile had never before had a dedicated public meeting place.
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