Wirral Collection (page 6)

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, watches the trampoline display at Port Sunlight. Circa May 1972

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, tries Guides beefburgers at Port Sunlight, offered by Margaret Saner, aged 14. Circa May 1972

The Queen visits Port Sunlight as part of its 100th birthday celebrations. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh arrive aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia with their grandchildren

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh arrives at the swimming pool at Leasowe Leisure Centre, Wirral. 8th March 1980

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh meets the youngsters at Leasowe Adventure Playground, Wirral. 8th March 1980

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

Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh visit Port Sunlight as part of its 100th birthday celebrations. 8th August 1988

The new traffic system in use at Birkenhead showing the flow of one way traffic as it passes through Hamilton Square on to Woodside station. 1st September 1961

View of the new shed extensions built at Vittoria Dock in Birkenhead, on the Wirral Peninsula. Picture taken: December 1962

View of the new Tranmere Oil terminal, constructed on the River Mersey near Birkenhead, Merseyside to handle vessels and supertankers up to to handle vessels of up to 65, 000 tonnes

Aerial view of the docks at Birkenhead in the Wirral. Picture taken: 27th January 1965

General view of the docks at Birkenhead in the Wirral showing one of the huge grain suckers in operation alongside a flour mill. Picture taken: 14th December 1962

Aerial view of the new floating berths for super tankers constructed offshore at the Tranmere Oil terminal on the River Mersey near Birkenhead, Merseyside

View of Alfred Dock on the River Mersey in Birkenhead, looking toward the Liverpool waterfront in the background. 5th December 1967

Pensioners enjoy a day out at New Brighton, the League of Welldoers act as hosts. 7th July 1964

Young female fans of Skelmersdale Football club holding a giant mascot teddy bear as they prepare to t watch their team contest the FA Amateur Cup Final

Queen Elizabeth II visits patient Florence Stubbs at Arrowe Park Hospital, Arrowe Park, close to the village of Upton, Wirral, Merseyside. Picture taken 4th May 1982

Hilbre Island custodian Charles Clifton and his wife Jean feeding their two goats. One of the goats was born on the Island of Skye

Hilbre Island custodian Charles Clifton and his wife Jean. Circa 1967

Port Sunlight, Cheshire. Factories can be seen in the background. 10th August 1937

Fashions were on display at a show organised by the wives group of Christ the King church, Bromborough, and held at Hulme Hall, Port Sunlight

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

Skyline, West Kirby, Wirral Peninsula, Merseyside, 29th August 1988

Regatta, West Kirby, Wirral Peninsula, Merseyside, 29th August 1988

A Hovercoach surrounded by a big crowd at Leasowe, Wirral, Merseyside. 20th July 1962

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

Looking out across Dibbin Dale are Robert (5 years) and his sister Evonne (3 years), who walk with their father from their nearby housing estate home to the valley regularly

Open Championship, Royal Liverpool Golf Club, Hoylake. Henry Cotton, seen putting from the edge of the seventh green, closely watched by his caddy. Wirral, Merseyside, 4th July 1947

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

A corner of Fellowship Field, a scene in Moreton Caravan Town, Wirral, Merseyside. 3rd June 1922

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

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

Bromborough, Wirral, Merseyside. A reinforced concrete dry dock launched at Bromborough before being taken to the Far East to help in the war against Japan

Crowds gather on the sea front and promenade at New Brighton to watch a spectacular Bonfire night firework display organised by Wirral Council Leisure Services, Wirral, Merseyside. 5th November 1989

Using pneumatic chisels these workmen are seen cutting surplus metal off newly cast propellers at the Manganese Bronze and Brass Companys works at Birkenhead. September 1946

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

Crowds gathered on Prestatyns Central Beach to watch firework display. 30th August 1973

Milk churns outside a pictureque farmhouse called Dunkirk Farm, not in Dunkirk, France, but Dunkirk, The Wirral, Merseyside, England. Date: 1960s

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 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

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England, Merseyside, The Wirral, Port Sunlight, Red brick terraced houses on Cross street

Animals, Insects, Fly, Greenbottle, Lucilia caesar, Resting on leaf in garden, Wirral, England, UK

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

Wirral CH47 7 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH47 7

Wirral CH47 1 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH47 1

Wirral CH46 4 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH46 4

Wirral CH44 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Wirral CH44 8

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Discover the hidden gems of Wirral, a picturesque region in Cheshire County. 🌳🏰 Step back in time with the New Brighton Tower, an iconic landmark that stood tall in Wallasey from 1898 to 1921. 🗼 Immerse yourself in the rich history and charm of this coastal town. Indulge in the beauty of New Brighton itself, nestled on The Wirral peninsula. 🌊 With its stunning coastline and vibrant atmosphere, it's a must-visit destination for beach lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Dive into nostalgia at West Kirby's Open Air Baths, where generations have enjoyed refreshing swims under sunny skies. ☀️ Experience the joy of outdoor leisure as you soak up the sun by these historic baths. Stroll along Parkgate's promenade, located at the heart of Wirral. Take in breathtaking views across Cheshire while enjoying a peaceful walk or savoring delicious local cuisine at one of its charming eateries. For water enthusiasts, West Kirby Marine Lake is a haven for sailing and windsurfing enthusiasts looking to catch some waves or simply enjoy serene surroundings. ⛵️🌅 Lose yourself amidst nature's tranquility as you explore this beautiful lake. Transport yourself to maritime history with Cunard Line - Ivernia off New Brighton circa 1910 captured by an unknown artist. Marvel at the grandeur and elegance associated with this renowned shipping company. Admire The Mill in Wirral through Frederick Vango Burridge's artistic lens from around 1900. Let his brushstrokes transport you to a simpler time when mills were bustling hubs of industry. Experience Port Sunlight's charm with its Post Office and Library on Greendale Road—a testament to architectural beauty within this model village founded by William Lever for his soap factory workers. Escape into nature at Raby Mere—Wirral’s beloved beauty spot.