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Article: Ringing the changes...; The New Brum The Indoor Markets have been an important part of Birmingham for more than 165 years. Historian CARL CHINN traces the heritage of what became the pride of the Bull Ring.
- Article from:
- Birmingham Evening Mail (England)
- Article date:
- October 4, 2000
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IT WAS Thursday February 16 1835, and it seemed as if every Brummie had made their way to the historic heart of the town. Down High Street they came and up Digbeth they traipsed.
And all with one aim - they wanted to gaze in awe at the new Market Hall. The crowds were as great the next day and again on the Saturday, swelled as they were by the country folk from outlying villages and hamlets.
Rich and poor, old or young, it mattered not a jot. All were united in their praise of this spectacular building which was the pride of the Bull Ring.
Little ...