Richmond buildings [22]

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Richmond buildings [22]

Image: © Michael Dibb Taken: 19 Jun 2022

This former grammar school in Station Road was built in the mid 19th century in the Gothic Revival style. There were additions in 1865-7 and additions and alterations in 1937-56. Constructed of stone with a stone slate roof. Inside are two hammer beam roofs. There are plans to convert the building into a community venue. Listed, grade II, with details at: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1390814 Richmond is a picturesque market town in North Yorkshire, some 13 miles northwest of Northallerton and about 11½ miles southwest of Darlington. Set on the north bank of the River Swale, the town is on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and is marketed as the Gateway to the Dales. Richmond was founded in 1071 and the castle was completed in 1086. Tourism is important to the local economy, as is the influence of the nearby Catterick Garrison army base. A traditional market operates every Saturday in the large cobbled marketplace.

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