Brentwood Town Hall Heritage Lecterns
Six new heritage lecterns were installed in November 2025 outside Brentwood Town Hall, thanks to UK Shared Prosperity Funding from UK Government.
The previous lecterns, which were damaged, worn and outdated, were installed outside the Town Hall in 2009 as part of a larger heritage scheme to commemorate the borough’s residents who have significantly contributed to political, scientific, artistic, literary and sporting heritage.
The lectern scheme was designed to strengthen a sense of local or national identity, promoting Brentwood's people, buildings and sites which have historical significance. The project was initially commissioned by the then Town Centre Partnership, who worked closely with Brentwood Museum and local historian, John Fryer, to depict important historical moments for Brentwood from 1100 to 2008.
The new heritage lecterns form part of a programme aligned with A Place for Culture, Brentwood’s new five-year cultural and creative strategy for the borough. This strategy highlights the importance of celebrating Brentwood’s cultural heritage and creativity. The lecterns aim to raise awareness of the borough’s unique history and heritage.Each lectern retains much of the original information and illustrations by John Fryer, while incorporating significant events from 2009 to 2025, including the 2012 Olympic Torch Relay in Brentwood and local celebrations of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III.
To enhance accessibility and engagement, every lectern now features a brass rubbing plaque, providing a tactile experience for visitors and a fun activity for children. Free brass rubbing sheets and crayons will be available from the Town Hall reception.