Cambridge Mayoralty

Cambridge was granted the right to appoint a mayor or reeve of their choice by royal charter of King John, on 8th May 1207, giving it 800 years of mayoralty. The Guildhall site has been a seat of law enforcement and local government since 1224.

Location of the Blue Plaque: Inside the main foyer of The Guildhall, 318 Market Hill, Cambridge, CB2 3AD

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Cambridge Mayoralty

Location of the Blue Plaque: Inside the main foyer of The Guildhall, 318 Market Hill, Cambridge, CB2 3AD

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