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Altrincham in 50 Buildings

Steven Dickens

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Description:The market town of Altrincham, historically a part of Cheshire but now part of the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford, has a rich history which dates back to its Charter as a free Borough and for the establishment of a market in 1290. The buildings found in Market Square, the original centre of the town, are mainly from the 16/17th centuries. They include the old town hall, once home to the Court Leet and now a public house, and several inns and restaurants. Market Square was a regular stopover point for stagecoaches on the Turnpike road between Manchester and Chester. It remains busy today, and has been designated a Conservation Area in order to preserve its unique character. Although the market is now in a covered market hall, c. 1900, located on Market Street, Altrincham is still an important centre for trade. The buildings in Market Square echo the black and white timber-framed constructions of Cheshire’s past. There are also more recent constructions, civic buildings – the town hall – dating from c.1900 and the old Altrincham General Hospital, now replaced by a brand-new, purpose built hospital, in the town centre. Altrincham also boasts the medieval deer-park at Dunham Massey and the expansive hall, the former seat of the Earls of Stamford and now in the stewardship of the National Trust. The hall’s structure dates mainly from the 17th century and there is also an eclectic collection of farm and lodge buildings spread across the estate. Churches include the parish church of St. George, Altrincham, St. Margaret and St. Mark’s at Dunham, with buildings originating in the nineteenth century. New developments include the sixth form building at Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College, with its modern lines and colourful frontage, a good example of function and design; whilst Altrincham Grammar School and Loretto, provide academic examples dating to the Victorian period.Altrincham in 50 Buildings celebrates the rich history of Altrincham in its diverse building heritage through history to the present day.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Altrincham in 50 Buildings. To get started finding Altrincham in 50 Buildings, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: The market town of Altrincham, historically a part of Cheshire but now part of the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford, has a rich history which dates back to its Charter as a free Borough and for the establishment of a market in 1290. The buildings found in Market Square, the original centre of the town, are mainly from the 16/17th centuries. They include the old town hall, once home to the Court Leet and now a public house, and several inns and restaurants. Market Square was a regular stopover point for stagecoaches on the Turnpike road between Manchester and Chester. It remains busy today, and has been designated a Conservation Area in order to preserve its unique character. Although the market is now in a covered market hall, c. 1900, located on Market Street, Altrincham is still an important centre for trade. The buildings in Market Square echo the black and white timber-framed constructions of Cheshire’s past. There are also more recent constructions, civic buildings – the town hall – dating from c.1900 and the old Altrincham General Hospital, now replaced by a brand-new, purpose built hospital, in the town centre. Altrincham also boasts the medieval deer-park at Dunham Massey and the expansive hall, the former seat of the Earls of Stamford and now in the stewardship of the National Trust. The hall’s structure dates mainly from the 17th century and there is also an eclectic collection of farm and lodge buildings spread across the estate. Churches include the parish church of St. George, Altrincham, St. Margaret and St. Mark’s at Dunham, with buildings originating in the nineteenth century. New developments include the sixth form building at Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College, with its modern lines and colourful frontage, a good example of function and design; whilst Altrincham Grammar School and Loretto, provide academic examples dating to the Victorian period.Altrincham in 50 Buildings celebrates the rich history of Altrincham in its diverse building heritage through history to the present day.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Altrincham in 50 Buildings. To get started finding Altrincham in 50 Buildings, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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