Discover latest plans for Wisbech Corn Exchange. Share your memories and ideas for the future with us as we mark 60 years since The Rolling Stones played at this iconic local building!
Built in 1811, following plans by Joseph Medworth, as an Exchange Hall and Gentlemen’s Club, the Corn Exchange became home to Wisbech Town Council in 1835, where it remains resident to the present day.
The Corn Exchange became a regular place for public entertainment – from Shakespeare recitations to dancing, rollerskating, wrestling and bingo. Appearances by major figures in the 1960s include The Rolling Stones, Jerry Lee Lewis, Lulu, Tom Jones, Adam Faith, Frankie Vaughan and The Hollies. The Corn Exchange closed in the early 1990s after initial plans to change its use to a cinema were halted. But now it’s time to repair, revitalise and relaunch Wisbech Corn Exchange!
Take a look at our video from a previous HOD event in 2018:
Last year, a Project Viability Assessment was completed (supported by The Architectural Heritage Fund), the first stage toward realising the objectives and aims of the trust. We are now planning for Stage 2, the key stage before submitting our Planning Application. It’s time for YOU to get involved and have your say in bringing Wisbech Corn Exchange back to life!
Donations are essential – please support our £2,000 fundraising goal to cover annual costs: https://www.paypal.com/GB/fundraiser/charity/4285424
Event Times
Friday 8 September: 1100-1600 NOT OPENING THIS DAY as a mark of respect for the late Penny Stocks.
Saturday 9 September: 1100-1600
Sunday 10 September: 1100-1600
Monday 11 September: 1100-1300
Tuesday 12 September: 1100-1300
Wednesday 13 September: 1100-1300
Thursday 14 September: 1100-1300
Friday 15 September: 1100-1300
Saturday 16 September: 1100-1600
Sunday 17 September: 1100-1600
Booking Details
Max 10 people per tour/session. 20 mins Visits approximately every twenty minutes from 1100. Last visit to conclude by 1600 on Sat & Sun, 1300 on weekdays. Book on the day or just show up for the next time slot!
Access
Small steps into entrance. Wheelchair ramp available.
Directions
The Corn Exchange is located near the bridge opposite the Thomas Clarkson Memorial, on the North Brink prior to National Trust property Peckover House. Parking available by the riverside and in the Old Market.
So many happy evenings spent there…either watching the skating (not skating as I was useless) or at the dance on Saturday night and for a while there used to be a Wednesday record hop. It was an essential place of teenagers especially in the 50s and 60s.