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Sessions House, Preston BL18222

SESSIONS HOUSE, Lancaster Road, Preston, Lancashire. The interior of the County Sessions House showing the staircase and entrance. The court house was built between 1900 and 1903 to the designs of Henry Littler, the County architect, in an Edwardian Baroque style. The Bedford Lemere daybook records Goodall, Lamb and Heighway as clients. Photographed by H Bedford Lemere in 1904

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Edwardian Stair


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> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Lancaster

> Europe > United Kingdom > England > Preston

> Historic England > Historic Images > Famed Photographers > Bedford Lemere Collection (1860s-1944)

> Historic England > Historic Images > Historic Images 1920s to 1940s > Photos of Edwardian England

> Historic England > Historic Images > Historic Images 1920s to 1940s

> Historic England > Towns and Cities > Preston


EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the grandeur of Sessions House, located on Lancaster Road in Preston, Lancashire. The image showcases the magnificent interior of this historic County Sessions House, specifically highlighting its elegant staircase and entrance. Built between 1900 and 1903 by Henry Littler, the County architect, this architectural gem is a prime example of Edwardian Baroque style. Every detail exudes opulence and sophistication, from the intricate carvings on the banisters to the ornate ceiling above. It's clear that no expense was spared in creating a space that would impress all who entered. The photographer responsible for capturing this timeless moment is H Bedford Lemere. With his skilled eye for composition and lighting, Lemere expertly brings out the beauty of every element within this stunning courthouse. His work truly transports us back to an era where elegance reigned supreme. It's worth noting that Goodall, Lamb and Heighway are recorded as clients in the Bedford Lemere daybook for this particular project. Their involvement suggests their appreciation for architectural excellence and their desire to leave a lasting legacy through such remarkable structures. This remarkable photograph allows us to appreciate not only the craftsmanship involved but also provides a glimpse into an important part of Preston's history.

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