Following significant population growth, largely associated with its status as a market town, an urban district council was established in Axminster in 1915.

The central bay featured a doorway flanked by pairs of Doric order pilasters with a fine Venetian window on the first floor.

The central bay featured a wide doorway flanked by two Doric order columns supporting a cornice.

[11] The coat of arms of the town, which had been awarded to the urban district council,[12] was installed above the first floor window.

[13] Although primarily a community events venue,[14] following a refurbishent, the management team have attracted some high-profile entertainers: performers appearing at the guildhall have included the musician, Paul Young, in October 2023,[15] the guitarist, Francis Rossi, in March 2024,[16] and the vocalist, Tommy Blaize, in May 2024,[17] as well as the punk rock singer, John Lydon, later in May 2024.