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Liverpool Cricket and Sports Club PLA01_02_020
Liverpool Cricket and Sports Club, Aigburth Road, Aigburth, Liverpool. The cricket pavilion of Liverpool Cricket and Sports Club at Aigburth Cricket Ground, seen from the east.
The pavilion was designed by Thomas Harnett Harrison and was built in 1880 and opened in 1881. It is one of the most substantial club pavilions in Britain, and is also the oldest at any first class venue. The cost of constructing the pavilion was reputedly £ 21, 000. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 26397954
Filename: PLA01_02_0020.jpg
Size: 2560 x 1920 (4.0MB)
Date: 30th September 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © His toric England Archive.s im
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: His toric England (Played in Coll
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
Arts And Crafts Club House Clubhouse Green Merseyside Sport And Recreation Sporting Sports Sports Heritage Victorian White Sports Club
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This print showcases the magnificent Liverpool Cricket and Sports Club, located on Aigburth Road in Liverpool. The image captures the cricket pavilion of the club, situated within the picturesque Aigburth Cricket Ground, as seen from the east. Designed by renowned architect Thomas Harnett Harrison, this grand pavilion was constructed in 1880 and officially opened to the public in 1881. It stands proudly as one of Britain's most substantial club pavilions and holds the distinction of being the oldest at any first-class venue. The construction cost an impressive sum of £21,000—a testament to its opulence and significance. The Victorian-era architecture exudes elegance with its intricate details and charming aesthetics. Its green and white color scheme adds a touch of freshness against a backdrop that is steeped in sporting history. This iconic structure not only serves as a clubhouse for sports enthusiasts but also stands as a symbol of Merseyside's rich sporting heritage. Preserved through time, this historic landmark continues to be cherished by locals and visitors alike. Its presence evokes nostalgia for a bygone era while serving as an enduring reminder of Liverpool's passion for sport and recreation. This remarkable print by Simon Inglis offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate both architectural beauty and cultural significance intertwined within this extraordinary piece of England's sporting legacy.