Historic reminders of Liverpool's rich history are at risk of being lost to time.
Some 23 historically significant places in Liverpool, and 10 in Sefton, could soon be nothing more than memories, according to Historic England's 2022 Heritage at Risk Register, which lists important buildings and sites at risk of loss due to neglect, decay or surrounding development.
Two parks, three buildings, seven conservation areas and 11 places of worship are officially at risk in Liverpool. In Sefton, one building, one archaeological site, two places of worship and six conservation areas made the list.
Among the places at risk in Liverpool include the Grade I-listed Woolton Hall, built in 1704 and extensively renovated in 1772 by famous architect Robert Adam. Once home to the Earl of Sefton, the building was transformed into a school in the 1950s. It was saved from demolition in 1982 when locals successfully petitioned to have it made a listed building - however, since then it has fallen into disrepair.
The Wellington Rooms, built as a private venue for the Wellington Club in 1815, are also at risk, with severe dry rot meaning urgent repairs are now needed.
Threatened places of worship include the abandoned art-deco style Greenbank Drive Synagogue, Christ Church in Kensington, the Roman Catholic Church of St Matthew in Clubmoor, the Church of St Paul in Old Swan, Dovedale Baptist Church in Mossley Hill, the Church of St George in Everton, the All Saints Church in Edge Hill, Christ Church and the Church of St James in Toxteth, St Bride's Church in Canning, St Michael's Church in Aigburth, and Holy Trinity Church in Walton Breck.
Two cemetaries, St James' Gardens and Anfield Cemetary, are in need of repairs.
Other conservation sites in need of attention are Derwent Square, Duke Street, Hartley's Village, Newsham Park, Ogden Close, Princes Road, and Stanley Dock.
Rev Canon Stuart Haynes, of The Diocese of Liverpool, said: "The Heritage at Risk Register reflects the significant interest we all have in preserving the architectural heritage of the city and region. Buildings that are placed on this are clearly important and it is not surprising that many of our churches get listed.
"The Diocese of Liverpool recognises the need to preserve buildings, not as monuments to the past but as places that benefit the local community. This has been challenging over a number of years as buildings age and we rely on the work of volunteers and financial support from congregations and communities to carry out the often expensive and complex tasks to manage historic properties.
"We will continue to support our churches in trying to finding ways to preserve the valuable regional heritage but we need the ongoing support of local communities and national and local government if this is to truly work."
In Sefton, Ince Blundell Old Hall, believed to have been built as early as 1590, is at risk, along with the Community Church in Southport and the Church of St Nicholas in Crosby.
The Old Hall moated site and fishponds, Christ Church, Lord Street, Waterloo Park, the Promenade, and North Meols in Southport are also in danger of falling into further disrepair.
A spokesperson for Liverpool City Council said: “Liverpool City Council takes great pride in looking after the historic buildings it owns and is in active dialogue with Historic England and other stakeholders on their upkeep and maintenance.
"The council recognises that some heritage assets are in need of investment and is actively seeking to develop management plans to attract the necessary funding. Where such buildings are not council owned, officers will engage with their owners to help provide any necessary advice and support to encourage a positive outcome.”
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