Birkenhead Collection (page 5)

Ken Dodd at Clatterbridge Hospital, Birkenhead. 23rd May 1979

The 29, 000 ton bulk carrier Star Acadia was launched at Cammell Lairds shipbuilding yard Birkenhead. The Star Acadia entering the River Mersey as tugs wait to help her into the fitting out basin

Crowded ferry boats operated a faster than usual shuttle service from Birkenhead, Merseyside, to cope with increased traffic. Circa 1960

Launch of the RMS Mauretania, at the Cammell Laird yard in Birkenhead. 28th July 1938

A showpiece of the Birkenhead illuminations, a traffic island in Grange Road with hundreds of lights and animals. Wirral, Merseyside, 30th November 1961

Picture taken from the River Mersey towards Birkenhead, showing the Docks, Wirral, Merseyside. 31st May 1975

Post christmas sale shoppers at the Co-op in Birkenhead, Wirral, Merseyside. 28th December 1977

The Christmas lights at Charing Cross, Birkenhead are tested before the official switch on, Liverpool, Merseyside. The central tableau on the roundabout carries the figures of the Flintstones cartoon

Unloading goods at Liverpool Docks, 5 December 1938

The Moored Monster Ben My Chree, the famous Isle of Man Steam Packet Company turbine steamship, at Birkenhead Docks, Merseyside, England. Date: 1950s

Ceremony of laying the first stone of the Birkenhead Docks, 1844. Creator: Unknown
Ceremony of laying the first stone of the Birkenhead Docks, 1844. The foundation stone is laid at Birkenhead on the River Mersey

Opening Mersey Tunnel, Liverpool with Birkenhead 1934
Date: 18 July 1934

Opening of the Birkenhead docks and parks 1847
Opening of the Birkenhead docks and parks. The park was designed by Joseph Paxton and opened on the 5th April 1847 as the first publicly funded civic park in Britain. Date: 1847

BUILDING COUNCIL FLATS
The construction of a block of flats on the Woodchurch Estate, at Birkenhead, Merseyside, England. Date: 1960s

BIRKENHEAD DOCKS
A busy scene at the lock of Birkenhead Docks, Merseyside, England. Date: 1950s

FREDERICK EDWIN SMITH Lord Birkenhead (1872 - 1930), lawyer and statesman Date: 1907

STEAMSHIPS / MARS
The 14, 900 ton battleship Mars, launched at Birkenhead 1898, at sea with the Channel Fleet Date: 1901

The Village, Heswall, Wirral, Birkenhead, Lancashire, England. Date: 1910s

Wirral CH41 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH41 6

Brikenhead Docks lie on the Cheshire side of the River Mersey, 1936
Fomerly rivals to the Liverpool Docks, the Brikenhead Docks lie opposite, on the Cheshire side of the River Mersey, 1936. From Shipping Wonders of the World, Vol. 1, edited by Clarence Winchester

Scouts welcomed by the Prince of Wales at the jamboree at Arrowe Park, Birkenhead, 1929 (1936)
Visiting scouts welcomed by the Prince of Wales at the jamboree at Arrowe Park, Birkenhead, August 1929 (1936). From Edward The Eighth - Our King, by A.V. Groom

King George V and Queen Mary with a shipwright, Birkenhead, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920)
King George V and Queen Mary talking to an old shipwright at Birkenhead, First World War, 1914-1918, (c1920). Illustration from The Illustrated War Record of the Most Notable Episodes in the Great

Frederick Edwin Smith, 1st Earl of Birkenhead, Lord Chancellor, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Frederick Edwin Smith, 1st Earl of Birkenhead, Lord Chancellor, 1926. Portrait of Smith (1872-1930) who was a British lawyer and Conservative politician

Reformatory Ship Akbar, River Mersey, Birkenhead
The Reformatory Ship Akbar, a former naval hulk, was moored on the River Mersey off Rock Ferry, Birkenhead from 1856 to 1907. Date: 1856

Birkenhead Horse Bus
A (19th century) horse bus in service during Festival Week at Birkenhead, Merseyside. England

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"Birkenhead: A Journey Through Time" Step back in time with an antique map of Liverpool and Birkenhead, England from the 19th century. Explore the rich history of this vibrant town that has witnessed countless remarkable events. Witness the grand launch of HMS Ark Royal in Birkenhead in 1937, a momentous occasion that filled the air with excitement and pride. Admire the stunning litho posters promoting unforgettable performances at the Argyle Theatre of Varieties in 1898, showcasing the town's thriving entertainment scene. Marvel at the majestic Birkenhead Park Gateway, a symbol of architectural brilliance and a testament to its Victorian heritage. Discover stories hidden within Union Workhouse, once providing shelter for those in need during challenging times. Experience industrial prowess as you gaze upon Cammell Laird's Dome petroleum oil rig "Sovereign Explorer, " standing tall as a testament to Birkenhead's shipbuilding legacy. Join the 1st Earl and his daughter on their yacht off Isle of Wight around 1925, capturing moments of leisure amidst their influential lives. Transport yourself to Morpeth Dock's goods terminus in 1924, witnessing bustling activity as trade flowed through this vital hub. Immerse yourself in local culture as Sir Robert Baden-Powell plays his Kudu Horn, enchanting audiences with his musical talents. Appreciate engineering marvels like cast iron tunnel lining MTA01_01_16 that have shaped Birkenhead's infrastructure over time. Finally, reflect on poignant history through "The Loss Of The Birkenhead" color litho artwork - a reminder of sacrifices made by brave souls who sailed these waters. Birkenhead is not just a place; it is an embodiment of resilience and progress throughout centuries. Its captivating past intertwines with its vibrant present - making it an extraordinary destination for both history enthusiasts and curious wanderers alike.