Marygate is the main street in Berwick-on-Tweed and is dominated by the wonderful Georgian Town Hall that dates from the early 1750s. It is recognised as one of the finest Georgian buildings in the North of England. The spire rises to 153 feet and is the main feature an the skyline of Berwick. Construction is of local sandstone and the total length 132 feet (40 metres). The portico is supported by four massive Tuscan columns, 32 feet high. These form the entrance to the Guild Hall. On the portico is carved the name of William Temple who was Mayor in 1754 when the first part of the building was completed. It was substantially renovated in the mid-19th century.
For more details see:
www.freemenofberwick.org.uk/townhall.html