Christchurch in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Town Hall
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Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 2, 2025
1. The Town Hall Marker
Originally constructed in 1746
in the Market Place at the junction
with the High Street and Castle Street
The Town Hall
was rebuilt on this site in 1860 by public
subscription generously supported by
the Borough's MP, Admiral John
Edward Walcott of Winkton Lodge
Erected by Christchurch Local Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1746.
Location. 50° 44.096′ N, 1° 46.66′ W. Marker is in Christchurch, England, in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. It is at the intersection of High Street and Saxon Square on High Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 32 High Street, Christchurch, England BH23, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, 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: Bow House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Old Tolsey (within shouting distance of this marker); Clingan's Trust (about 180 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Ducking Stool (about 180 meters away); The Old Court House (about 240 meters away); Christchurch Castle and Norman House (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); The Town of Christchurch-Twynham
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Another marker is no longer nearby. The Ducking Stool (was about 210 meters away).
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 2, 2025
2. Old Town Hall Building
Note that the blue plaque visible here on the south face of the building (above the couple) is not the subject marker. Nor is is the blue plaque on the west face of the building (barely visible here above the entrance). The subject marker is located on the north face of the building.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 3, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 71 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 3, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
