Once ‘at risk’, this Grade I guildhall from the 15th and 17th centuries is owned by the village.
The restoration completed in 2013 has been acknowledged for craft skills in carpentry and pargeting. An oriel window has been replaced and discoveries made during the restoration work are on show.
The story of the building provides the clues that inform the conservation strategies and details. It is clear that the architects, clients and builders have worked very closely together to create a particularly sensitive and beautifully judged renovation.
It is not only in attention to detail that this project excels, but also in the reuse of the original shops and a range of other community functions. The library, exhibition room and main hall all reveal that the building makes a continued and significant contribution to the local community.
Guided tour of the interior and exterior of the Guildhall and interactive museum and library by the team involved in its renovation. Set within the grounds of St John the Baptist Norman church, there is also an opportunity to wander around the village of Finchingfield, walking guides are available.
Tickets £14 including tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits
Access: No access for wheelchairs, although once on the first floor, the building plan is all on one level for those who have difficulty. We have a disability lift allowing full access to the Guildhall. There is also a path through the graveyard leading to the Guildhall. Please refer to directions.
What our visitors say:
Wonderful tour, lovely people.
Location
Finchingfield Guildhall, CM7 4NN
Event organiser Finchingfield Guildhall.
Disclaimer: All information was correct when the listing was prepared. Any questions about the event should be directed to the event organiser.