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Liverpool Central Library "Historical and Functional Public Building"

This Victorian civic building is easy to spot from the main road, not least for the humanities library with its imposing dome and façade. Situated next door to the equally illustrious , Liverpool Central Library has a huge amount of books in every imaginable category and houses a 15,000 strong rare book collection. See a rare copy of Birds of by Michael D Beckwith America by Audubon and view the original copy of King John's Charter. Internet access and audio/visuals are accessible at a small charge.

+44 151 233 3069 liverpool.gov.uk/libraries/find-a- William Brown Street, Liverpool library/central-library/

St George's Hall "Finest Greco-Roman Building"

Described as one of the finest Greco-Roman building in Europe, this magnificent landmark is an example of the outstanding architecture within the city. Built in the 1840s, this Grade I listed building was originally built as a concert hall and two courts. The original architect Harvey Lonsdale Elmes died of consumption before the building was complete and his by Adam Williams successor, Charles Robert Cockerell, altered the design so that the interior resembled a Roman public bath. St George's Hall is famed for the Minton- tiled floor, the Willis Organ, vaulted ceiling, as well as fine sculptures and plaster work. The courts and the concert room are often seen in film and television productions. High profile concerts are a regular affair and the hall has an excellent calendar of events throughout the year. The Heritage Centre has a wonderful array of facilities for visitors and also conducts guided tours of the hall.

+44 151 225 6909 www.stgeorgeshallliverpool.co.uk/ St George's Place, Lime Street, Liverpool

Pier Head

"Home of The Three Graces"

A defining feature of Liverpool's waterfront, the Pier Head is steeped in history as the commercial face of the city's once prosperous docks. Within the historic site are some of the city's most iconic buildings, notably, the , the and the Port of Liverpool by The original uploader was Building, known collectively as The Three Graces. Each of the buildings Chowells at English Wikipedia. are graded historic edifices and feature magnificent architectural details. A striking contrast to the historic architecture of the Three Graces is the equally stunning contemporary design of . A combination of these elements and the breathtaking waterfront setting makes Pier Head one of the most beautiful sights in the city.

+44 151 233 2008 (Tourist www.visitliverpool.com/things-to-do Off The Strand, Liverpool Information) /attractions/search/pier-head-and- the-three-graces-p17747 Royal Albert Dock

"Culture by the Dock"

Originally built as a thriving dock complex somewhere between 1841 to 1847 by renowned Liverpool-based civil engineer Jesse Hartley, the Albert Dock was the first structure of its kind to be built of a composition of cast iron, stone, and brick. In its distinguished service to the public, the dock by Christopher Kern - User: functioned as a base for the British Atlantic Fleet during World War II, (WT-shared) Albion at wts when it suffered significant damages as part of the devastating May Blitz wikivoyage of 1941. Since being restored as a major tourist hotspot, Albert Dock manages to draw over five million visitors every year. A treasured world heritage site, it offers a fascinating blend of history, culture, food, and shopping. In addition to the many shops and craft, carts present here, there are numerous attractions including The Beatles Story Museum, Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum, and the Museum of Liverpool.

+44 151 708 7334 www.albertdock.com [email protected] Gower Street, Liverpool

Anfield "Home To Liverpool F.C."

One of the most iconic arenas in the world of European football, has long been the proud game territory of English League team Liverpool F.C. The stadium's first association was with another club, Everton F.C, which lasted for seven years between 1884 and 1891. Followed by an internal dispute, the club relocated to , thus igniting a fierce by Rept0n1x rivalry between Evertonians and Scousers. Equipped with a splendid GrassMaster turf, this legendary stadium really comes to life during cup ties and Champions League knock-out stages, when the whole place erupts in passionate club chants and vibrant fireworks. Of the four stands it houses, Anfield's Spion Kop is perhaps the most well-known, and seats some of the most avid fans of the club.

+44 151 263 2361 www.liverpoolfc.com/travel/visiting- Walton Breck Road, Liverpool anfield

Croxteth Hall & Country Park "Edwardian Country Estate"

One of the major heritage centers in the North West, & Country Park, can be found just a few minutes away from the city center. Once the ancestral home of the Molyneaux family, it now attracts thousands of visitors each year. The estate has three main attractions: the historic hall, the rare breeds farm and the Victorian walled garden. Take a by Secret Pilgrim walk through the magnificent woodland area, packed with rare birds and wildlife or let the children loose in the adventure playground, followed by look at the miniature railway. Often used for concerts, art exhibitions and conferences, other facilities include a gift shop, cafe and picnic area. See website for complete visitor information.

+44 151 233 6910 liverpoolcityhalls.co.uk/cro [email protected]. Croxteth Hall Lane, Off xteth-hall uk Muirhead Avenue East, Liverpool by Chowells Mendips "Beatle Mania"

Mendips is the boyhood home of the legendary John Lennon of The Beatles, who was sent to live with his aunt Mimi at the age of five when his parents split. John eventually moved out when he was 23. A visit here allows you to walk through his bedroom where he spent hours listening to the music which inspired him. He frequently jumped over the garden fence to enter the Strawberry Fields orphanage where he befriended orphans. All of this has still been wonderfully maintained by the National Trust. Check website or call +44 844 800 4791 for further details and tour timings.

+44 844 8004 791 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ thebeatleshomes@national 251 Menlove Avenue, beatles-childhood-homes/ trust.org.uk Liverpool

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate "Hauntings and Hideouts"

One of 's great historic houses can be found set in its own glorious grounds, just 12.87 kilometers (eight miles) from the city center of Liverpool. The cleverly-concealed priest holes suggest Tudor times, while other rooms, including the fully-equipped kitchen, are more Victorian in style. Wandering through the endless corridors reveal all manner of by rab steen curios, but enter the Tapestry Room at your peril; the resident ghost may be closer than you think. A more modern addition to the beautiful grounds is a beautifully-designed maze, which may be easier to navigate than it is to say aloud. Visit the website for details of visiting hours.

+44 151 427 7231 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ [email protected] The Walk, Liverpool -hall/ g.uk

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

"Combat & Performance"

The grand, awe-inspiring Chester Amphitheatre is an archeologically- significant Roman amphitheatre in the village of Chester in Cheshire, England. The largest of its kind in Britain, the archeological finds of the stone-built monument showed evidence of the site being used in ancient times as a venue for cock fighting, bull baiting, classical boxing, wrestling by One Red Shoe, Murals & and even gladiatorial combat. The historic structure has been declared as Artwork a Grade I listed building as well as a scheduled monument by English Heritage. Today, entry to the theater is free of cost and it is frequently used as a location for outdoor theater productions.

+44 870 333 1181 www.english-heritage.org.uk/dayso Roman Amphitheatre, Chester ut/properties/chester-roman- amphitheatre/

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