The central and outer bays were enhanced by ashlar quoins, and the Hadleigh coat of arms, carved in stone, was erected below the Venetian window.

[7] The ground floor area contained space for the horse-drawn fire engine, a caretaker's flat and an office which was let to a local solicitor.

[8] Following significant population growth, largely associated with the status of Hadleigh as a market town, the area became an urban district in 1894.

[3] Following local government re-organisation in 1974, the Grand Hall became the meeting place of Hadleigh Town Council.

[14] Following completion of a major programme of refurbishment works, which included the installation of a stairlift, the New Town Hall was reopened by the Lord Lieutenant of Suffolk, Sir Joshua Rowley, 7th Baronet, in 1991.