A new exhibition is shining a light on the forgotten heart of Ludlow’s civic life.
Ludlow Museum at the Buttercross is hosting a detailed exploration of the town’s historic Town Hall, which once stood as a centre of community identity and public life.
The exhibition traces the evolution of the landmark from the original Medieval Town Hall of 1704 to the Victorian building designed in 1886 by architect Henry Cheers to mark Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee.
It features original artefacts, a time capsule, historic photographs, architectural details and personal stories from the community.
Visitors can also view images of the iconic plaster horse head, created as a tribute to Ludlow-born artist Adrian Jones, saved from demolition and now displayed at Ludlow College.
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The grand ballroom, known for its sprung dance floor, once hosted dances, film nights, sporting events and celebrity appearances.
During the Second World War, the Town Hall played a critical role in wartime support, serving as a centre for gas mask distribution, first aid and morale-boosting events.
A spokesman for Ludlow Museum said: "Ludlow Museum at the Buttercross is proud to present a new exhibition exploring the remarkable history of Ludlow’s Town Hall — a building that once stood at the heart of civic life, community celebration and local identity."
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