New House

Venue Type & Location

Town Hall

Site Name: New House
Location: Ludlow
County: Shropshire
Location Type: Town - in town at determined location

Overview

Ludlow's first town hall or 'New House' was located on the site of the present Butter Cross in the centre of the marketplace at the Bull Ring end.

Performance History

The town hall was the most likely venue for performances before the mayor after 1575 unless otherwise specified.

Current Status

Demolished.

History of the Venue

ca. 1566--74 First town hall built.

1742--4 Demolished and replaced by the present Butter Cross building, according to William Baker's neoclassical design.

Record Source

REED Shropshire 1.84--113

Bibliographic Sources