3-021-746 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

Volunteer Drill-Hall, Great Yarmouth, [in Norfolk], 1868. 'The building has recently been erected for the use of the Great Yarmouth Ride Volunteer Corps. The hall itself covers a space of about 120 ft. by 64 ft., in front of which are the armoury, orderly-room, and sergeants' quarters, with the necessary adjuncts and offices, the whole forming an effective group. The building is a solid and substantial structure of brick and flint, with a slight admixture of stone. The roof of the hall is in one span, formed of elliptic ribs, with framed uprights and principals, having diagonal boarding on the rafters. The bulk of the woodwork is left in its natural state; but the ribs, principals, and purlins are stained of a brown colour relieved with borders of ivory white and with gilding, so as to bring out the constructive features. The walls internally are of red brick, with white brick bands and dressings. The total cost, including all expenses of every kind, is about £1300; and, taking into consideration the character and extent of the building, this fact proves that a careful and judicious economy has been observed throughout. The funds have been raised principally among the members of the corps. The architect is Mr. J. T. Bottle, of Great Yarmouth'. From "Illustrated London News", 1868.