Welcome back to the Rothwell Preservation Trust’s weekly Post – keeping you up-to-date about the Trust and its buildings!

We’re pleased to present our NEW weekly series of images that began a few weeks ago!

See the published collection so far HERE.

Alistair Mackay served as a Trustee for the Rothwell Preservation Trust from 2013 until his passing in May of this year. He was a well-loved figure around Rothwell and we will all miss his expertise in coins & timepieces, plus his extensive knowledge of the history of Rothwell.

Recently, Alistair donated a series of Postcards to us from his vast collection of Rothwell memorabilia. They all feature images of the Market House. Some are black and white, whilst others are in colour. 👍😀

In memory of our fellow Trustee and friend, we are presenting each Postcard from his collection over the next few months and we hope they bring back memories of our famous building.👏👏

4 August 2025 – Our SIXTH Postcard from Alistair’s collection.

See the published collection so far HERE. More to come!

This time, we have the minimum of information about this particular Postcard meaning more work for our ‘Postcard Detectives’ out there

Although we don’t know the year that the photograph was taken, we can see that it was before there were parking facilities adjacent to the Market House. A closer look shows what appears to be scaffolding on the Red Lion Public House to the right.

‘H. Evans, Kettering’ is shown bottom right. Our initial research suggests this photograph is the work of well-known Frederic Herbert Evans (26 June 1853 – 24 June 1943). Read more about his photography work HERE. Evans retired from photography in 1915, so that might suggest that this Postcard’s image must have been taken before then?

As always, if you have any more information about this week’s image – especially the year it was taken, and when scaffolding went up at the Red Lion, drop us a line – thank-you! Contact us at info@RothwellPreservationTrust.org or leave a message in the comments.

Want to see more images of the Market House? See all of the collection so far HERE.

As many of you know, the Market House needs a major makeover. The roof is leaking and must be replaced soon – and the stonework needs a thorough clean! So why not help us to conserve Rothwell’s most recognisable building for future generations by making a donation – Thank you! – Our Fundraising Page is HERE.

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