Oxford Town Hall to undergo external restoration works
Oxford City councillor Ed Turner said: "Oxford Town Hall is a landmark building, a valued community space and a source of great pride.""This restoration project will help ensure that its historical and architectural legacy is safeguarded for future generations and will maintain it at the heart of our community," Mr Turner, who is the authority's deputy leader, added.
The work is being led by heritage specialists Jessop and Cook Architects.It will focus on cleaning the stonework, which the council said was an "essential first step" that will enable thorough assessment and repair of structural and surface condition issues.The council said the restoration would "not only improve the building's appearance but will also extend its lifespan".It added that the work would ensure the building "remains a cornerstone of Oxford's heritage and civic life".Oxford Town Hall was first opened by the then Prince of Wales - who went on to become Edward VII - in 1897.
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