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Statues of Kings and Queens, Bradford City Hall
High up on Bradford's Grade I listed City Hall are statues of English and British Kings and Queens, or more strictly speaking, rulers because Oliver Cromwell, Lord Protector is included. Perhaps this reflects Bradford's Parliamentarian leanings during the Civil War. With the exception of Queen Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria whose statues flank the entrance they appear in chronological order high up on the facade. Two monarchs are not included, Edward V who disappeared in the Tower of London in 1483, and Queen Mary II, because when the building was constructed in the 19th century she was considered Consort to her husband, William III. Today, we consider her of equal status, sharing the throne with her husband. The figures are approximately 7 ft(2m) high and carved from Cliffe Wood Quarry stone.
Created: Tue, 27 May 2025, Updated: Sat, 30 May 2026
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