# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Then and Now - the Guildhall Restoration tour
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 13 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am – Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Marking 100 years after being declared open as a museum!

We will look at the life of the Guildhall: how it all began and what happened to it over the years, and its life today.  

IMPORTANT: When looking at the 'Book Now' calendar, you must select 13th or 29th July for this special tour - the other dates are the regular Guildhall Tours.

Building began in 1343 and the great hall is reputed to have been completed in 1390. Further wings were added over the next 100 years.  However, in 1876 the corporation met at the Guildhall for the last time, a new Town Hall had been built! The Guildhall was in a state of disrepair. The Leicestershire Archaeological and Historical Society petitioned the council to save the building and in 1922 a restoration programme began.

On 19th May 1926 – after the restoration the Guildhall was declared open as a museum. The council committee agreed that the museum and library committee should take over the future control of the building. 

The most significant building in Leicester is delighted to be celebrating 100 years open as a museum! This is your opportunity to come and find out more regarding this unique and beautiful building with a free guided tour.

Image: Guildhall Courtyard by Mary Annie Sloane.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/leicester/then-and-now-the-guildhall-restoration-tour/200030182521253
- **Event Categories**: calendar
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 35

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Leicester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Leicester Guildhall
- **lat**: 52.6347
- **long**: -1.13769
- **full address**: Leicester Guildhall, Leicester, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Then and Now - the Guildhall Restoration tour being held?
  - **A:** Then and Now - the Guildhall Restoration tour takes place on Mon, 13 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am to Fri, 11 Sep, 2026 at 11:30 am at Leicester Guildhall, Leicester, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Then and Now - the Guildhall Restoration tour?
  - **A:** Then and Now - the Guildhall Restoration tour is organized by Leicester Museums & Galleries.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Leicester Museums & Galleries's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Leicester Museums & Galleries a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Leicester Museums & Galleries has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.

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