Rothwell Market Place
Client: Rothwell Preservation Trust
Project: Feasibility study
Location: Rothwell, Northamptonshire
Status: Ongoing
The Market House in Rothwell is a Grade I-listed building of exceptional historic interest. Designed by the Elizabethan recusant Sir Thomas Tresham in 1577 as a gift to the townspeople, the building was left unfinished at his death. It remained roofless until 1894–95, when local antiquary and architect J.A. Gotch added the current roof structure.
Today, the building remains in active use. The ground floor, originally an open market space, now houses the charity ‘Heroes’, while the first floor is occupied by Rothwell Town Council and used for civic and community meetings.
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Oliver Architecture was appointed by the Rothwell Preservation Trust to lead urgent conservation works to address widespread roof failure. The project includes the complete re-leading of the roof and the introduction of insulation to improve thermal performance. New rainwater goods are being installed to improve drainage and reduce long-term maintenance risks.
In addition to the roof works, the Trust is taking the opportunity to carry out minor but important repairs to the historic fabric, including localised repointing and stonework repairs. These interventions will help safeguard the building’s long-term future and ensure it remains a valued civic asset.
In addition to the roof works, the Trust is taking the opportunity to carry out minor but important repairs to the historic fabric, including localised repointing and stonework repairs. These interventions will help safeguard the building’s long-term future and ensure it remains a valued civic asset.