Wallasey Collection

New Brighton Tower, Wallasey, Cheshire, c1898-c1921. The New Brighton Tower was situated within the Tower Buildings complex and was taller than Blackpool Tower at 621 feet high

New Brighton Pier, Wallasey, Wirral, Merseyside. 8th August 1950

Royal Iris Ferry Steamer
The Royal Iris, the Wallasey to Cheshire Ferry steamer. This is the successor to the vessel of the same name which became famous during World War One. Date: 1950s

The crew of the New Brighton lifeboat seen here aboard their new vessel The Edmund and Mary Robinson. The boat a Watson 41 lifeboat was built by Groves & Gutteridge of Cowes, Isle of Wight

Holidaymakers making the most of the August Bank holiday sun at Peach Rock Battery on New Brightons sea front. 1st August 1938

Rod Stewart 2nd from left (in white) playing football in his football team The Goal Diggers. Left is George Eastham who was a non playing member of the England 1966 World Cup winning squad

Swimming Gala and races at the Derby Swimming Pool in Harrison Drive, Wallasey. Circa 1935

Three lady golfers, 1914
Famous female golfers who fought a strenuous battle for the Cheshire Ladies Championship at Wallasey in April 1914. From left to right, Miss Gladys Ravenscroft (American champion)

The Pier & Ferry, New Brighton, Wallasey, England
The Pier & Ferry, New Brighton, Wallasey, near Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Date: 1920s

Cub-Scouts, New Brighton, Cheshire
Cub-Scouts, New Brighton, Wallasey, near Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Date: 1933

Poulton Victoria Sports and Social Club, Wallasey, 30th April 1992, singer Cheryl, performing on stage

Rod Stewart playing football in his football team The Goal Diggers. The Goal Diggers is organised by television personality, Jimmy Hill, and features George Eastham, Jimmy Armfield

Liscard shops, on Wallasey Road. Liscard is an area of the town of Wallasey, in Merseyside. 25th October 1991

Liscard shops, the new look shopping centre nearly complete. Liscard is an area of the town of Wallasey, in Merseyside. 25th October 1991

The Continental Cinema, Wallasey, Wirral, Merseyside. 27th March 1975

King Street, Egremont, Wallasey, Wirral, early 1900s

Wallasey Golf Club and golfers
Cartoon illustration by Mel depicting members of Wallasey Golf Club, Cheshire. Date: 1939

Training a guide dog and its owner
Illustration by Bryan de Grineau in The Illustrated London News showing stages of training a guide dog and its blind owner at the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association School in Wallasey. Date: 1937

Air Raid effects in the North West of England where a bomb dropped during the night, in front of a shop. Wallasey, Wirral, in Merseyside. August 1940

Rescue workers as seen from the bottom of a bomb crater from a raid on the 21st December. Houses were demolished. Manor Road, Wallasey. 24th December 1940

Interior of a girls High School in Wallasey showing the assembly hall where the bomb dropped through the roof. September 1940

Rod Stewart (centre, one arm in the air dressed in white) playing football in his football team The Goal Diggers. The Goal Diggers is organised by television personality, Jimmy Hill

Rod Stewart (centre- in white) playing football in his football team The Goal Diggers. The Goal Diggers is organised by television personality, Jimmy Hill, and features George Eastham

Rod Stewart (in white) playing football in his football team The Goal Diggers. The Goal Diggers is organised by television personality, Jimmy Hill, and features George Eastham, Jimmy Armfield

The Fog Bell, which was for a number of years was housed in the tower of the Seacombe stage, Wallasey. 12th August 1931

Angela Eagle (Left: Labour Politician and MP for Wallasey, Merseyside) and Maria Eagle (Right: sister of Angela, and also Labour Politician)

Newly chosen as Labour candidate for the Wallasey constituency, Angela Eagle (left) with her twin sister Maria who is also a candidate for Crosby. Picture taken 25th February 1992

Seacombe Ferry Terminal. The floating roadway after two sections were torn away by a gale, leaving the third sections just holding, dropped on to a pontoon. Wirral, Merseyside, 30th December 1955

Wirral CH45 3 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH45 3

New Brighton Lighthouse at dusk, Wallasey, Merseyside, The Wirral, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Mersey at New Brighton, 1902. From Rivers of Great Britain: Descriptive, Historical, Pictorial. [Cassell and Company, Ltd. London, 1902]

Vale Park, New Brighton, Cheshire
Vale Park, New Brighton, Wallasey, near Birkenhead, Cheshire, England. Showing the Floral Clock Date: 1949

Launch of HMS Audacious, Birkenhead, England
Launch of HMS Audacious, Birkenhead, near Wallasey, Lancashire, England. Built by Cammell Laird Limited. Date: 1912

Construction Work, Seacombe, Cheshire
Construction Work, Seacombe, Wallasey, near Liverpool, Cheshire, England. Showing construction of the Kingsway Tunnel ventilation shaft Date: 1960s

Waterloo Road, Liverpool, Lancashire, England. Showing construction of the Wallasey Tunnel ventilation shaft Date: 1960s

Seacombe Promenade, Seacombe, Cheshire
Seacombe Promenade, Seacombe, Wallasey, near Liverpool, Cheshire, England. Showing construction of the Kingsway Tunnel ventilation shaft Date: 1960s

The Lighthouse, New Brighton, Lancashire
The Lighthouse, New Brighton, Wallasey, near Wirral, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Victoria Road, New Brighton, Lancashire
Victoria Road, New Brighton, Wallasey, near Wirral, Lancashire, England. Showing the Royal Ferry Hotel, The Criterion Dining Rooms and Baileys Stores Date: 1910s

Tower & Gardens, New Brighton, Cheshire
Tower & Gardens, New Brighton, Wallasey, Cheshire, England. Date: 1900s

Super Bathing Pool, New Brighton, Lancashire
Super Bathing Pool, New Brighton, Wallasey, Lancashire, England. Date: 1938

Promenade & Fort, New Brighton, Lancashire
Promenade & Fort, New Brighton, Wallasey, Lancashire, England. Date: 1919

Crowded beach at New Brighton, Merseyside
A crowded beach at New Brighton, Wallasey, Merseyside, with the Tower Ballroom and a childrens fairground ride in the background. circa 1940s

Liverpool, UK, aerial image
Liverpool, UK, aerial photograph. The city of Liverpool occupies the north bank of the Mersey Estuary. Black and white regions are areas of water where no photographs were taken

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Wallasey, a charming town located in Cheshire, England, is steeped in history and filled with delightful attractions. From the iconic New Brighton Tower that graced its skyline from 1898 to 1921 to the bustling Royal Iris Ferry Steamer that transported locals and tourists alike across the waters, it has always been a hub of activity. One cannot forget The Pier & Ferry at New Brighton, an enchanting spot where people gathered to enjoy leisurely strolls along the promenade or embark on exciting ferry rides. It was here that Rod Stewart, sporting his football team's attire - The Goal Diggers - showcased his love for both music and sports. Sports enthusiasts were also treated to thrilling swimming galas and races at the Derby Swimming Pool in Harrison Drive. The cheers of spectators echoed through Wallasey as swimmers competed for glory in this vibrant community. The picturesque New Brighton Pier stands tall as a testament to Wallasey's coastal beauty. On August 8th, 1950, visitors flocked to witness its grandeur while enjoying breathtaking views of Merseyside's stunning shoreline. Even younger residents found their place within Wallasey's embrace. Cub-Scouts eagerly joined together in camaraderie at New Brighton while three lady golfers displayed their skills on the green fields Golf Club during World War I. King Street in Egremont showcases another facet of Wallasey's past; it captures early 1900s life with its quaint shops lining Wallasey Road. These establishments served as gathering spots for locals who sought out daily necessities or simply enjoyed each other's company over a cup of tea. In every corner of this remarkable town lies evidence of its rich heritage and vibrant culture. Whether it be through historic landmarks like New Brighton Tower or moments captured forever like Rod Stewart playing football with The Goal Diggers team, there is no shortage of stories to be told in Wallasey.