Simon Nottm's video: Nottingham Council House Tour full version Aug 2009

Nottingham Council House Tour (full version). I was invited on a tour of The Council House, Old Market Square, Nottingham, on 12.August.2009. It's a working building which dates back to 1929. My cousin was the Deputy Lord Mayor of Nottingham at that time and became the Lord Mayor the following year. 00:00 Here we see the front of the Council House and 'Life's A Beach' in Nottingham's Old Market Square. 00:23 The Foyer: The foyer is awash with breathtaking opulence. The floor, staircase, and columns are made of the finest Italian marble. A section of the floor inlaid with a mosaic of the city's coat of arms. 01:12 Staircase, Dome & Statue: The magnificent inner dome above the staircase and the figure called Spirit of Welcome. 01:54 View of Exchange Arcade: Part of The Council House and the majestic paintings adorning the walls. 03:07 The Ballroom: With seven full length windows and the opening to the balcony where Royalty and many other VIP's wave to the crowds gathered in Old Market Square. 03:53 Lord Mayor's Parlour: Inside the Lord Mayor's Parlour which is panelled in antique oak and the official regalia worn for pomp and ceremony. 04:11 Dining Room: A peek into the Dining Room. There is an intricate carving of the Nottingham Coat of Arms above the Italian marble fireplace. 04:25 Sheriff's Room: Is decorated in the Adam style with soft green and guilt. There's a glimpse of the bathroom where Royalty & other VIP's freshen up between events. 05:04 Deputy Lord Mayor's Room: Panoramic footage of the Deputy Lord Mayor's Room. Just above the walnut cabinet is Robin Hood's Arrow, which was presented to the City of Nottingham. 05:51 Committee Room: This is perhaps the most important room in the Council House. It's where important decisions are made by the Executive Board. The walnut horseshoe table surrounded by paintings by a famous local artist. 06:06 Council Chamber: This where councillors meet for full Council meetings. The seating is arranged in a semi circle so that no one is more than 26 feet from the Lord Mayor who chairs the meetings. 06:57 Long Row: One side of the Council House showing one of the entrances to The Exchange, a small unique and exclusive shopping centre. -- Originally recorded August 2009. Sanyo Xacti VPC-CG10