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Aldeburgh’s Moot Hall

Aldeburgh’s Moot Hall stands as a silent witness to centuries of history, its timeworn timbers echoing tales of Tudor intrigue and local governance. Dating back to around 1550, this timber-framed brick edifice is a rare gem of Tudor architecture, meticulously preserved to this day.

Today, the Moot Hall serves a dual purpose as both a repository of local history, housing the Aldeburgh Museum, and as a venue for the town’s council meetings. The eminent architectural historian Nikolaus Pevsner aptly deemed it “picturesque,” a fitting tribute to its timeless allure.

Yet, behind its quaint facade lies a darker chapter of history. In 1645, the Moot Hall bore witness

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