Reg.Nr. 93/UK/032

Speke Hall and Garden, Liverpool

Restoration of a remarkable Elizabethan building from the 16th century, surviving in its own grounds in the outskirts of Liverpool, and surrounded by 20th century urban development. Repairs of the house included training of craftsmen, archeological recording and timber-dating, ...
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Project details

Title:Speke Hall and Garden, Liverpool
Entr. year: 1993
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Speke, Liverpool
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Manor house
Actual use:Museum: manor house and garden open to the public; venue for hire
Built: 16th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Peter Locke and Carol Thickins, Donald W. Insall and Associates, Architects (London - GB)
The Jury's citation: "For the restoration of an important 16th century building and the recreation of a garden appropriate to its unique setting"
GPS:53°20'13.0"N 2°52'27.3"W
Web, Links:

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/speke-hall-garden-and-estate

Description:
Restoration of a remarkable Elizabethan building from the 16th century, surviving in its own grounds in the outskirts of Liverpool, and surrounded by 20th century urban development. Repairs of the house included training of craftsmen, archeological recording and timber-dating, replacement of rotten timbers and compartmentation of roofspace. In the grounds the lodge, stables and farmhouse have been repaired and re-roofed, the courtyard and drive re-laid and new lavatories were built. Several garden features have been restored, including the Victorian Rose Garden.