Guildhall, Newcastle upon Tyne, Grade I listed civic building at Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, England
The Guildhall is a civic building at Newcastle Quayside featuring a neo-Grecian east end and classical fronts on the north and south sides. The structure combines elements from different periods united by continuous stonework and architectural detail.
Robert Trollope built the main structure between 1655 and 1660, replacing an earlier building lost in the fire of 1639. This construction marked Newcastle's recovery after that major disaster.
The Merchants' Court displays 17th-century oak carvings and chimney pieces that reflect Newcastle's past as a trading port. You can see the craftsmanship that speaks to the city's maritime heritage when walking through these spaces.
The building sits at a central location on the Quayside and is easy to reach when walking through the city center. Interior spaces can be visited during guided tours or when public events are held.
The mayor's parlour holds paintings by George Bouchier Richardson showing places that no longer exist, such as the old Tyne Bridge. These works provide rare visual records of Newcastle's older townscape.
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