Historic Sites in Penketh

"The World Museum is one of the better-known museums in Liverpool and is home to a large range of collections including archaeology, ethnology and the sciences. The museum also includes a Natural history Centre and a planetarium. Discover the history of the world with the museums brand new Ancient Egypt exhibit, or explore the array of beautiful tropical fish."

"At the Liverpool World Museum, the whole universe is at your disposal. From exploring the history of ancient Egypt, marvelling at the wonders of the universe or coming up close and personal to live animals, this lively museum and its 1.7 million artefacts will leave no stone unturned and no story untold."

"Built over nearly 500 years from the 11th to the 16th century, Chester Cathedral has traces of every Medieval English architectural style, from Norman Romanesque to Perpendicular Gothic. The oldest parts of the cathedral are in the north transept, which has a semi-circular Romanesque arch, while the northwest tower also has 11th-century origins. Here there’s a beautiful baptismal font, fashioned from black marble and dating to 1697."

"The immense Chester Cathedral and the city walls are a must, but the whole city is time machine because it too dates back to Roman times. If you can, visit it!"

"Speke Hall was built 400 years ago in the 16th century for the Norris family. The stunning property remained in the family for generations until 1736, when Mary Norris married Lord Sidney Beauclerk. In 1795, wealthy Liverpool merchant Richard Watt moved into the hall, which was later passed onto his son Richard Watt V who restored and fully refurnished the house in the 1860s."

"Original use: Many regard Speke Hall, a beautiful Tudor manor house, as one of the finest surviving Liverpool buildings of its kind. The hall was originally created for the Norris family, who owned the property for many generations. Construction began on the wood-framed manor house in 1530, with some buildings on the site built even earlier and incorporated into the property."

"Designated as a Grade II listed building, one third of the famous Three Graces, stands the amazing Port of Liverpool Building. Situated at the Pier Head and, along with the neighbouring Royal Liver Building and Cunard Building It is also part of Liverpool’s UNESCO-designated World Heritage Maritime Mercantile City. Designed in the Edwardian Baroque style, the Port of Liverpool Building is quite monumental in its physical structure, particularly noted for its large impressive dome, which acts as the focal point of the rectangular building."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Rept0n1x used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Commonly known as the Dock Office, Port of Liverpool Building features an Edwardian Baroque architectural style, with a large dome at the top, and it has canted corners embellished with stone cupolas. It is among Liverpool’s “Three Graces” together with the Royal Building Liverpool and the Cunard Building, which are in the Pier Head waterfront."

"The southernmost of 'Three Graces', the trio of Edwardian buildings at Pier Head, the Port of Liverpool building was completed in 1907. Its dome mimics St Paul's Cathedral."

"Salford Cathedral is situated on Chapel Street in the City of Salford, which sits opposite Manchester city centre on the west bank of the River Irwell. The City of Salford covers a large swathe of western Greater Manchester, with its centre adjacent to Manchester’s. Chapel Street, a long west to east boulevard connecting the cathedral with Salford Central rail station, was the first street in the world to be illuminated entirely by gas light."

"The May Blitz of 1941 saw St Luke’s church forever changed when a bomb landed right on top of it’s roof. Over time, the city has lovingly restored it back to life and it now plays host to everything from weddings, to gigs, to farmers markets and cinema screenings. The church itself and the gardens around it are a total treat for the eye."

"St Luke’s which is popularly known as the bombed-out church was destroyed during World War II. It has no ceiling and plants are growing inside. You and your loved one can find tranquility in the city center there. It also serves as a memorial to the people who lost their lives during the world war."

"Also known as St. Luke’s Church, the Bombed-Out Church lost its roof during the World War II blitz and has now been transformed into a wedding venue, café and a great spot for pictures. The church is incredible to look around and is also filled with so much history."

"🙌 Need to know: The Arndale Market is exactly where you’d expect it to be, within the Arndale Centre in Manchester city centre. There’s tons of food stalls to try out – whether you’re on the go or fancy trying something new, and you’ll probably stumble upon the fish market too. Salt & Pepper MCR is a real highlight, but there’s a little something for everyone – including sweets, baked goods, Mexican food, sandwiches and Chinese food."

"Goods: Fish, fresh produce, exotic fruit and veg, meat and poultry, clothing and accessories, fine cheese, hairdressing salon and tattoo parlour. About: Located in the heart of community Arndale Market is home to a diverse range of stalls offering everything from homewares to the latest fashions. Described as a 'Millennial take on the traditional Market' Arndale has been named as one of the UK's 'Top Ten' Markets."

"A post shared by Food Adventures with Pea (@fattynomnom) on Sep 6, 2016 at 3:52am PDT. The Arndale Market in Manchester is famous for its food hall that serves a wide array of dishes of local and foreign origin such as the Jamaican jerk chicken. The grilled paninis are quite popular, too."

"A visit to Great Homer Street Market – or ‘Greatie’ to the locals – is a long-running Scouse tradition. Taking place every Saturday between 9am and 4pm, you’ll find anything from clothes and garden furniture to food and trinkets here. Parking in the immediate area can be difficult so make sure you arrive early."

"The Flower Cup is an independent coffee shop that is a botanical lover’s heaven!. Located within the historic walls of Chester you will find this coffee shop is always full of customers. Whether you want to stop and have a quick coffee, some tasty breakfast or brunch or even pick up some flowers or plants (yes, this place has its own flower shop) then this is the place to go."

"Enter a world of stunning botanicals at Flower Cup, an independent coffee shop located within the city walls up on the rows. Known for their all-day brunch but also speciality coffees and their selection of cakes. Not only this, if you see some plants you like in the café you can head next door to their recently opened sister shop The Violet Palm to pick some up yourself."

"Flower Cup isn’t fully plant-based but they have a nice selection of sweet and savoury vegan breakfast items. I had the pancakes there which were delicious, but next time I’d love to try the vegan French toast. If you love plants, you will find that this spot is the cutest in town."

"At the Merseyside Maritime Museum you can explore the nautical heritage of Liverpool. Alongside finding out about Liverpool’s central role in the American Civil War and Battle of the Atlantic, tour a historic Liverpool pilot cutter moored in the Dock and take a trip round the adjacent Pier Master’s House. For families the museum recommends:"

"Popular permanent attractions of The Victorian Gallery and Lark Hill Place (re-creation of a typical northern street during Victorian times), as well as an ever-changing exhibition programme. The Museum also provides activities for children during the…"