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Historic Building Collapse in Cockermouth: What Happened?

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In early October 2023, a significant portion of Cockermouth’s historic Old Courthouse building collapsed, sending debris into the River Cocker. Built in 1893 and holding Grade II listed status, this structure was a notable landmark in the town’s historic core.  The back wall of the building caved in around 5 a.m., prompting immediate action from Cumberland Council, which closed a nearby...