King's Lynn - Norfolk
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One of King's Lynn's most treasured historic buildings is the iconic 17th-century Custom House, overlooking the site of the town's medieval harbour. The Custom House was built by Sir John Turner in 1683 and designed by architect Henry Bell. It opened in 1685 as a merchant's exchange and as a place to regulate trade through the port.
Captain George Vancouver, the Norfolk sea captain and explorer who 'discovered' the city of Vancouver, Canada in 1792. The map drawn by Captain Vancouver of the approach to Vancouver harbour was so accurate it continued in use until the 20th century. A statue of Captain Vancouver stands on Purfleet Quay directly outside the Custom House.
King's Lynn - Norfolk
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One of King's Lynn's most treasured historic buildings is the iconic 17th-century Custom House, overlooking the site of the town's medieval harbour. The Custom House was built by Sir John Turner in 1683 and designed by architect Henry Bell. It opened in 1685 as a merchant's exchange and as a place to regulate trade through the port.
Captain George Vancouver, the Norfolk sea captain and explorer who 'discovered' the city of Vancouver, Canada in 1792. The map drawn by Captain Vancouver of the approach to Vancouver harbour was so accurate it continued in use until the 20th century. A statue of Captain Vancouver stands on Purfleet Quay directly outside the Custom House.