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Framed Print : Bankhall Girls Institute PLA01_02_128
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Bankhall Girls Institute PLA01_02_128
Rydal Youth Centre, Stanley Road, Kirkdale, Liverpool, Merseyside. The former Bankhall Girls Institute, later used as the Rydal Youth Centre and Rydal Gym.
The Bankhall Girls Institute and Girls Evening Home was opened 1889. It became the Rydal Youth Centre in 1974, and was later used as the Rydal Boxing Gym or Rydal Gym
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Media ID 26397974
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Brick Merseyside Sport And Recreation Sporting Sports Sports Heritage Victorian Philanthropy Victorians Womens Institute Working Class Youth Club
14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Add a touch of history to your home or office with our Media Storehouse Framed Print of Bankhall Girls Institute PLA01_02_128 by s imon Inglis from Historic England. This stunning photograph captures the former Bankhall Girls Institute, which once stood on Stanley Road in Kirkdale, Liverpool, Merseyside. The building, which later served as the Rydal Youth Centre and Rydal Gym, is now a piece of history beautifully framed and ready to be displayed. Each print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a long-lasting and vibrant image. Bring the past into your present and create a unique and thought-provoking conversation starter with this captivating framed print.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the rich history of the Bankhall Girls Institute, located in Kirkdale, Liverpool. Originally established as a place for young girls to gather and learn in 1889, this magnificent building served as a beacon of education and empowerment for working-class women during the Victorian era. Over time, it underwent various transformations to meet the changing needs of its community. In 1974, it was reborn as the Rydal Youth Centre, providing a safe haven for local youngsters to engage in recreational activities and socialize with their peers. Later on, it became known as the Rydal Boxing Gym or simply Rydal Gym - an embodiment of Merseyside's sporting heritage. The structure itself is a testament to philanthropy and charity that were highly valued by Victorians. Its striking red brick exterior stands tall against the backdrop of Stanley Road, reminding us of its enduring significance within Liverpool's architectural landscape. This print not only captures an important chapter in Liverpool's history but also serves as a reminder of how spaces like these have shaped communities over generations. It symbolizes strength, resilience, and progress - values that continue to resonate today.
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