New Shire Hall, Alconbury Weald, County hall in Alconbury Weald, England.
Description
New Shire Hall is a contemporary municipal building in Alconbury Weald located on Emery Crescent that houses approximately 600 staff members of Cambridgeshire County Council. The structure features an efficient design that meets the needs of a modern county administration.
History
Cambridgeshire County Council relocated to this facility in 2021 after operating from various locations since its establishment in 1889. The move to Alconbury Weald represented a major shift in the administration's operational base.
Culture
This building marks the transformation of a former RAF airbase into a growing settlement, connecting the region's military past with its new civic purpose. Visitors can observe how a historic military site has evolved into a modern administrative center.
Practical
The facility provides free parking for about 24 vehicles for those visiting the administrative buildings. It is advisable to contact ahead or verify visiting times to ensure a smooth visit.
Did you know?
The building stands on land that shifted from Huntingdonshire to Cambridgeshire in 1974, redrawing the administrative boundaries of the region. This boundary change illustrates how England's administrative structures evolved over time.
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