[1] In the early 19th century the local board of health held its meetings in the old school in what is now Town Hall Square.

[2] It was built by the local builder, Richard Hogg, with two storeys and a two-stage clock tower at the centre of the main frontage.

[8] The town hall continued to be used as a public venue and concert performers included the contralto singer, Kathleen Ferrier, who made an appearance on 3 December 1944.

[10] In 1980 the television producer, Barney Colehan, led a week of festivities to celebrate the centenary of the original opening of the building.

[6] The town hall continues to host touring music and theatre shows[14] although the highlight of the year is usually the Christmas Spectacular.