Often described as a ‘neo-gothic masterpiece’, Rochdale’s Grade-I listed town hall is considered to be one of the finest municipal buildings in the country.
Designed by William Crossland, it opened in 1871 as a symbol of the town’s industrial might - its ornate stylings rivalled only by the Palace of Westminster according to Historic England.
While its imposing, quasi-medieval magnificence marks it out as one of the most impressive buildings in the north, the ravages of time have inevitably taken their toll.
Problems blighting the building over recent years include a crumbling drainage system and a leaking roof, while a digital scan by Salford University revealed a treasure trove of forgotten rooms and obscured features.
Read more on manchestereveningnews.co.uk
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