The Heritage Centre is situated in the Old Market Building on Swanage seafront on the site of the "former "Bankers" where the local quarried stone was stored before shipment.
The building was built in 1892, originally as a market hall, by George Burt (1816-1894). Burt was the head of the major construction firm founded by his uncle, John Mowlem. Like John, George salvaged stones, tiles and whole structures from building work in London and brought them to Swanage. The centre contains information on the " history, geology and geography of the town and surrounding area, this is made available on film (10 minutes), a series of short videos and on banners. Educational packs are available and talks can be given. There is also a small retail area including local crafts.
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