Merseyside Collection (page 9)

The robot operator GRACE is coming to the help of telephonists in the Liverpool Trunk Exchange. GRACE, short for Group Routing and Charging Equipment

Lister Drive Power Station, Liverpool. 3rd June 1936

Conveyor belt manufacture at the Dunlop factory, Speke, Liverpool, Merseyside. Circa 1950

A young boy having fun chasing pigeons, Liverpool. 13th April 1984

Installing amplifiers at Goodison Park, home to Everton football club. Walton, Liverpool, 27th January 1932

Lord Street, one of the main shopping streets in Liverpool, Merseyside, circa 1965

Ken Dodd driving through Liverpool in a 1911 Renault, to turn on the Christmas lights. 27th November 1970

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

Paul McCartney with pupils and staff from his old school, Liverpool Institute, after his show at the Royal Court, Liverpool, Merseyside. 23rd November 1979

The scene inside Liverpool Anglican Cathedral where a service was held to commemorate victory in the Battle of the Atlantic. 24th October 1978

Tony Baker stonemason is the first stonemason to be employed full time at Liverpool Anglican Cathedral since work on the West End was completed in 1978. 15th February 1991

A last look at the hustle and bustle of Church Street, Liverpool, before pedestrianisation begins on the 17th March 1974. Church Street, one of Liverpools shopping areas, Merseyside. 16th March 1974

Stepping out in style on Liverpools safety-first street, Church Street. The cast of the rock musical Lonesome Stone enjoy the newly pedestrianised Church Street. Liverpool, Merseyside, 19th March 1974

Sisters Susan (4) Hazel (3) McKinley of Leasowe, Wirral, complete with Easter bonnets and a fistful of candyfloss on prom at New Brighton, Merseyside. 1st April 1959

Cyclists from Kirkby Cycling Club left Liverpool this morning for Belgium where they will compete in a four-day international stage race, the Franco Belge

The shopping centre in Bewley Drive, Kirkby. 21st June 1956

Radshaw Court Flats on the Ravenscourt Estate, Kirkby, in the process of being demolished. 21st February 1989

HM Submarine Revenge was launched at Cammell Lairds in Birkenhead, Merseyside yesterday. 18th March 1968

Bootle swimming baths. 1st November 1989

View from the roof of the new sixteen-storey block of flats - Irlam House which shows the redevelopment taking place in Bootle. 23rd November 1964

New Strand bus depot, Bootle. 30th September 1976

Paul McCartney back at the Institute, his old school with Minister Michael Portillo. 28th June 1991

Angry residents fighting plans to build on their only recreational land might as well not bother - the work has started. Liverpool City Council has cast aside its own regulations

John and Dorothy Crawley outside their West Derby home, Tue Brook house. The pair are celebrating a full year as residents of the oldest dated house in Liverpool. 22nd April 1982

The interior of Tue Brook house, the oldest inhabited house in Liverpool. 4th March 1952

Cast members from Brookside on the set of Yorkshire Television where Emmerdale Farm is made. Left to right, Frederick Pyne (who plays Matt Skilbeck), Brian Regan (Terry Sullivan)

Michael stark and Sue Johnston from the Brookside cast with Trevor the Turkey. 6th November 1985

Reg Graves leads the LMS Pandemonium band in the parade at the Garston Carnival. Garston is a district of Liverpool, Merseyside. 23rd June 1979

Garston Carnival, 17 year old Joanne Windsor was the sunny attraction as the Garston Carnival Queen. Seen here with Marcus the horse who had drawn her coach at the head of the procession

Ray Price, secretary of Garston Boat users Association, standing in front of his vandalised boat. Mersey fishermen have been under threat from sinister arsonists who have wrecked boats worth

Workmen from Garston Stevedores lifting their hats to the success of their company. The firm was started by three dockers who were made redundant in the late 1980s

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

Wallasey beach patrol, under the direction of Mr C Mitchell, Wallasey Baths Manager, go into full scale rescue training at New Brighton, Wirral, Merseyside. 14th June 1954

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

Spence the blanket man managed to raise a laugh at Birkenhead Market. That was quite an achievement among traders shocked by a 50 percent drop in business on their first saturday trading since part

Mersey Defence Sea Forts. A general view of the sea forts standing out in the sea area, a prototype of those which are in the Thames, they make an impressive sight from the deck of the relief vessel

Lord Street, in Southport. 5th July 1985

Men and women looking at the work being carried out on the construction of the Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, built on St Jamess Mount, Liverpool, Merseyside. 26th July 1938

Liverpool Albert Dock re-development, work begins to dredge the docks, Merseyside. 17th September 1982

Nine year old Peter Scott from West Derby, Liverpool, Merseyside, playing outside on his kangaroo ball. 17th April 1967

Children at Myrtle Gardens enjoying a damp bonfire night, Liverpool, Merseyside. 5th November 1979

The thrills of Guy Fawkes night are reflected in the faces of these youngsters as they gathered round their bonfire in Premier Street, Everton, Merseyside last night. 5th November 1974

Christmas lights illuminated a busy Church Street, Liverpool, packed with christmas shoppers looking for a bargain. 22nd November 1968

Construction of Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, two of the giant scaffolding towers, Merseyside. Circa 1964

Paddington playmobile on a double decker bus. Boys of Paddington Comprehensive School, Liverpool, put the finishing touches to the bus which will be used as a mobile play room

Miss Marti Webb, surrounded by Fagins gang from the cast of Oliver, get together round the G.P.O. advertising machine at the Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool

School girls near Liverpools Sefton Park out on an urban trip as part of their geography lesson, undertaking a survey, Merseyside. November 1969 Z11246-001

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Merseyside, a captivating region in England, is home to numerous iconic landmarks and cultural treasures. As you embark on the River Mersey ferry, be prepared to witness the breathtaking sight of the Three Graces adorning Liverpool's skyline. These majestic buildings stand as a testament to the city's rich maritime history. Liverpool & Mersey Tug showcases the industrious spirit that once thrived along these shores. The bustling docks tell tales of trade and prosperity that have shaped this vibrant city. Step into The Cavern Club on Matthew Street, where legends were born. This legendary venue echoes with the sounds of countless musicians who have graced its stage, forever leaving their mark on Merseyside's musical legacy. Transport yourself back in time with an antique map depicting Liverpool and Birkenhead from the 19th Century. It serves as a reminder of how this area has evolved over centuries while retaining its unique charm. Eleanor Rigby comes to life through Tommy Steele's statue, capturing the essence of one of The Beatles' most beloved songs. Her presence adds another layer to Merseyside's connection with music and pop culture. Antony Gormley's Another Place statues dot Crosby beach, offering an ethereal experience for visitors. These haunting figures against the backdrop of crashing waves create a surreal atmosphere that lingers long after your visit ends. The Liverpool Docks stand as a testament to Merseyside's role as a major port throughout history. Witnessing these bustling waters is like witnessing time itself flowing through this dynamic region. Tom Murphy pays homage to singer-songwriter Billy Fury with his striking statue near Albert Dock. It serves as a reminder of how Merseyside continues to inspire artists across generations. As you explore Antony Gormley’s Another Place installation in Merseyside, prepare for an otherworldly encounter amidst vast stretches of beach and sea – truly an unforgettable experience. From aboard the Mersey ferry, marvel at the Liverpool skyline and the iconic Liver Building.