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Artillery Drill Hall

This building, which stands in Arnold Street, is in need of some restorative tlc and is an important remnant of Lowestoft’s military past. Built and opened in 1872 for the Lowestoft Artillery Volunteer Company which (along with accompanying Rifle Volunteers) was formed in 1860. Designed by local architect W.O. Chambers.

Added: 22 September, 2023
CREDIT:David Butcher and The Lowestoft Archaeological and Local History Society

Kirkley Cemetery is a burial ground in the Kirkley area of Lowestoft in Suffolk. Located on London Road South, the cemetery is maintained by Waveney District Council and is open for traditional and Green Burials.  Thr two Memorial Chapels were designed by local architect J.L. Clemence in Early English gothic style.

Added: 22 September, 2023

George Glover (1812–1890) was a British architect who made significant contributions to the architectural landscape of Lowestoft. Born in York, he was the brother-in-law of Joseph Aloysius Hansom, the inventor of the Hansom cab. Glover’s early career included working for Norwich architect John Brown. 

 

Added: 2 February, 2025
Old book 1700

Heritage Auctions, HA.com have kindly sent us high resolution images of a famous book actually signed by Lowestoft architect George Glover (1811-1890)  Book: A parallel of the ancient architecture with the modern (1773)

Added: 23 September, 2023
Floating cholera ships

Designed by John Louth Clemence

the Editor of Ths LANCET.

But of course there are many persons who cannot afford to pay a guinea; for them the provident dispensary affords

SIR, -Through the kindness of J. L. Clemence Esq.,

a means of securing duly qualified and skilled obstetric architect, I am enabled to send you an elevation, plan, &c., assistance on the one hand, and of enabling patients to contribute according to their means, and to cultivate habits

Added: 23 September, 2023
Corton Methodist Church CREDIT:Archaeological and Local History Society

The Methodist Church, or Chapel, at Corton was built in 1873 and opened the following year

Added: 22 September, 2023
Added: 22 September, 2023
leather shop
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Trophies medals and engraved plaques. We also stock many fine crystals from around the world.
 

Added: 22 September, 2023
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Added: 22 September, 2023