Kendal in Westmorland and Furness, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

Oddfellows Hall

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 12, 2025

1. Oddfellows Hall Marker

Inscription. This hall has a long and varied history. The Unicorn Inn originally stood on the site. It was replaced in 1833 by Kendal architect George Webster for the local lodge of the Oddfellows, a Friendly Society for working men, which provided social and educational activities, including the occasional public play.

For a time the ground floor was let off as a beer-house, the Nelson Tavern The Mechanics' Institute took over the hall in 1857. For a short time in 1890-1 it became The People's Palace to provide wholesome entertainment and instruction for the labouring classes. During both World Wars and later, the hall was used by local clubs.

Before conversion to housing it had been the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witnesses.

Erected by Kendal Civic Society.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations. A significant historical year for this entry is 1833.

Location. 54° 19.493′ N, 2° 44.843′ W. Marker is in Kendal, England, in Westmorland and Furness. It is on Highgate, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 115A Highgate, Kendal, England LA9 4HE, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in North West England.

Globally, it is in the Atlantic Ocean,

in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Dr Manning's Yard (within shouting distance of this marker);

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134-136 Highgate (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Bishop Blaize Inn (about 90 meters away); Sandes Hospital (about 120 meters away); Shakespeare Theatre (about 120 meters away); Explore the history around Highgate (about 150 meters away); Explore the history around Gillinggate (about 150 meters away); The Bank of Westmorland (about 180 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Kendal.

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 12, 2025

2. Oddfellows Hall Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on June 22, 2025. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 118 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 22, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.