Hanse House has a long and varied history, and the ability to meet the diverse needs of successive occupants is fundamental to its survival both into the 21st Century and beyond. The building entered private ownership in November 2011, planning permission was granted in July 2012, and refurbishment works commenced.
As well as a history of trading, in more recent times a tradition of marriage has also been established here. Some of you may recall attending or may even have held your own ceremony at Hanse House, back when the building was called St Margaret’s House and the County Council Registrars were based here. We are delighted to be continuing this tradition, and have carefully redecorated the original ceremony room, which retains exposed beams and much of its historic character.
