Comments for Liverpool Landscapes

Comment on A new year, an old controversy: UNESCO return their verdict on Liverpool Waters by Martin

Martin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:47:36 +0000

Thanks for the comment, Robin. Perhaps you’re right – the motivations on the business side are not hidden, especially when coming from the Council too. I just wonder whether the longer term effects of removing the WHS status are clear in the minds of those members of the public whose comments are pro-development. There’s a lot of support for the Peel scheme, but I’d like to see it go ahead in some form while keeping the WHS. After all, these designations are meant to ensure proper scrutiny of plans, not a blockade of them.

As you say, common sense will see the best of both worlds come about: I think that means developments operating within the heritage protection system (and not despite it, nor at the cost of its removal)

Comment on A new year, an old controversy: UNESCO return their verdict on Liverpool Waters by Robin

Robin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:36:14 +0000

The agendas on the business side aren’t really hidden – some lobby groups in Liverpool are quite clear in their desire to limit – or do away with – the WHS. Peel have, possibly coincidentally, handed them a useful means by which to further that aim.

As for the heritage lobby I dont think there is any agenda at work. Bit I do think that some elements will likely set their faces against new development, regardless of merit.

I just hope common sense prevails and we get the best of both worlds.

Comment on About by Martin

Martin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:58:26 +0000

Thanks, Iain,

I think the Geology map would be a great idea – definitely one I would like to try. My only barrier is that accurately laying a large map over the current one is quite a technical feat if you want to avoid people having to download the whole thing every time they view the page. However, such a skill would come in useful repeatedly, so it’s something I’m keen to learn.

Thanks for your comments.

Regards,
Martin

Comment on About by Iain Taylor

Iain Taylor — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:51:40 +0000

Many apologies, Martin, I was thinking of Colin’s site as I wrote this and inadvertently used his name. I am glad you are co-operating.

May I suggest you scan the 19th century OS Geology map to get the details for your landscapes underpinning?

Incidentally, I am working on 19th century Liverpool health and housing – the subject of my U Lp. PhD in geography and articles on slums and housing.

Regards and keep up the good work.

Iain Taylor
Halifax, NS

Comment on About by Martin

Martin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:06:36 +0000

Hi Iain,

Just thought I’d point out that this isn’t another of Colin’s sites – it’s one of mine! I’m a big fan of Colin’s Streets of Liverpool though, and I think there’s a lot of common interest in them. I hope you like it, sitting alongside http://historic-liverpool.co.uk.

There’s an old photo of the Institute’s Mount Street entrance at http://www.mersey-gateway.org/pastliverpool/galleries/schools/gallery/buildings/pages/b33.htm. According to the Mersey Gateway site it probably comes from the Liverpool Record Office. I’m sure the site will be happy to give you details should you want to use the photo yourself.

I agree it’s a shame about the Toxteth.net site. It was an excellent model of a mapping site. The reason given was related to copyright, but that’s a problem we have to live with on the internet. If no money was being lost (I don’t think the site generated income) then I can’t see the problem, but it’s a personal choice. Maybe we’ll see it again in another form some day.

Regards,
Martin Greaney

Comment on About by Iain Taylor

Iain Taylor — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:57:11 +0000

Hi Colin, thanks for this new geographical site! I have mentioned the other History site several times on the Liobian site (Lpool Institute High School for Boys) and it has got lots of attention.

I am collecting info. for a history of the school from 1935 to 1985 (closure) and will be pleased to receive any info readers may have about the place.

At the moment we are searching for a Mount St entrance photo – preferably of the 1940s or 1950s before it was cleaned! Please let me know if you know of one.

I will send stuff as I come across it. Speaking of which, does anyone know why the Toxteth site disappeared? It was a model of its kind but I imagine took a great deal of time to maintain.

Regards,

Iain Taylor
Halifax, Nova Scotia

mapman@hfx.andara.com

Comment on About by Martin

Martin — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 16:07:56 +0000

Hi John,

Thanks for your comment. That Facebook group looks really interesting! And they’ve already got a lot of members which is really impressive.

Martin

Comment on About by John Hughes

John Hughes — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 07:11:26 +0000

Try this FB group regarding Liverpool`s history and links.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/123226627759769/

Comment on OpenPlaques in Liverpool by Martin

Martin — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:17:39 +0000

Hi Paul, Thanks for pointing this one out. It looks like OpenPlaques don't have it on their list. There are details of the plaque in a document on the English Heritage website (PDF). Download it and search for the Beach Lawn address. As OpenPlaques doesn't have it listed yet, perhaps you could consider adding it? I'm sure they'd appreciate the input.

Comment on OpenPlaques in Liverpool by Paul

Paul — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:17:28 +0000

Not sure if you have this one on your list, but I believe it has a blue plaque on it, I can't be sure, but you can see it on this picture if you follow the link I have added on the address. My Nan used to live here at 13 Beach Lawn in Waterloo where the much maligned Bruce Ismay, the MD and Chairman of the White Star Line who survived the Titanic once lived between 1865 and 1885. It is also rumoured (according to my late Nan) that it was also famous for lodging Football stars like Jackie Milburn when they visited the City to play Everton & Liverpool FC.