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## Fordwich Town Hall
Fordwich Town Hall, constructed in 1544 during Henry VIII's reign, is a Grade II* listed building in Kent, England. Originally built as a timber-framed structure, it underwent significant repairs in 1474 and was substantially rebuilt in brick, rubble, and stone around 1544. The ground floor served as a prison for petty criminals, while the first floor functioned as a courtroom. Notably, the courtroom hosted performances by the King's Men, including a rendition of Marlowe's play "Dido, Queen of Carthage" in 1590. The building also featured a crane house at the rear, used to unload goods from boats on the River Great Stour. After the abolition of the borough council in 1883, the Town Hall continued to serve as the meeting place for Fordwich Town Council, which was reformed in 1976. (en.wikipedia.org)
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