Christchurch in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The Old Tolsey

— Millennium Trail —

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 2, 2025

1. The Old Tolsey Marker

Inscription. On this site from medieval times until demolition in 1788, stood the first recorded Town Hall, known as
The Old Tolsey
or Market Toll House, used by the Old Corporation until a new Town Hall was built in the Market Place, probably in the 15th century.

Erected by Christchurch Local Historical Society.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings.

Location. 50° 44.07′ N, 1° 46.612′ W. Marker is in Christchurch, England, in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. It is at the intersection of Milhams Street and High Street, on the right when traveling east on Milhams Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 46 High Street, Christchurch, England BH23 1BN, 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: The Town Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Clingan's Trust (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Ducking Stool (about 120 meters away); Bow House (about 120 meters away); The Old Court House (about 150 meters away); Christchurch Castle and Norman House (about 180 meters away); The Town of Christchurch-Twynham (about 210 meters away); Priory Church (about 240 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Christchurch.

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sectionhead>Another marker is no longer nearby. The Ducking Stool (was about 150 meters away).

Credits. This page was last revised on July 21, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 19, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 75 times since then and 7 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on July 19, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.