County Hall, Norwich, Government office building in Martineau Lane, Norwich, England
Description
County Hall is a government office building on Martineau Lane in Norwich featuring a distinctive 10-story tower. Its exterior walls display continuous bands of glazing combined with Hathernware faience tiles, creating a striking mid-century appearance.
History
The building was inaugurated by Queen Elizabeth II in 1968 on a site that previously held Bracondale Lodge, a 1793 country house owned by the Colman family. Its construction marked the start of a new administrative era for Norwich.
Culture
The building holds the chambers and meeting rooms of Norfolk County Council, serving as the center where local government decisions are made. You can see where important matters affecting the region are discussed.
Practical
The building underwent major renovation between 2013 and 2019, with updated systems and improved accessibility throughout. Note that this is an active government building, so only certain areas are available for public access.
Did you know?
A former SEPECAT Jaguar aircraft from RAF Coltishall has been displayed at County Hall as a memorial since 2006. This military jet plane captures the connection between Norwich and the region's aviation heritage.
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