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Historic building · Liverpool, Inglaterra
St George's Hall
The large neoclassical 1854 building opposite Lime Street station, with a concert hall, Victorian courts and the Minton tiled floor, shown on special occasions.
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About St George's Hall
St George's Hall is a neoclassical building opposite Liverpool Lime Street station, regarded as one of the finest examples of the style in Europe. It was designed by Harvey Lonsdale Elmes, who won the competition at age 23 and died before it was completed, and opened in 1854 when Liverpool was one of the wealthiest cities in the empire. It houses a concert hall and courts under the same roof, with stone colonnades that resemble a Roman temple.
The Grand Hall has a barrel vault, red granite columns, statues, a huge organ and a floor with over 30,000 Minton tiles, which is kept covered to protect it and is shown to the public only on certain occasions. At the rear, the small circular concert room with decorated galleries is used for events. The Victorian courts, with cells in the basement, can be visited and tell stories of trials.
The building has been restored and today hosts events, concerts and fairs, such as the Christmas market in the square outside. Around it is the cultural quarter of William Brown Street, with the World Museum, the Walker Art Gallery and the Central Library, all offering access to their permanent collections free of charge; check ahead.
St George's Hall is usually open for visits part of the week, with hours that vary according to events; check before you go.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 45 minutes to 1 hour; longer if you include the World Museum and the Walker Art Gallery next door.
Best time
Check visiting hours, which change according to events; see the website. In December, the square outside usually has a Christmas market.
How to get there
It is on Lime Street, opposite Liverpool Lime Street station, a 2-minute walk away.
Tip
Combine it with the Walker Art Gallery, with Pre-Raphaelite paintings, and the World Museum, with a planetarium and aquarium, both a few steps away. The Central Library has a circular reading room dating from 1879.
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Frequently asked questions about St George's Hall
What is St George's Hall?
A neoclassical 1854 building that houses a concert hall and courts, opposite Lime Street station.
Can you see the tiled floor?
It is kept covered and is shown to the public only on certain occasions. Check the dates.
What's nearby?
The World Museum, the Walker Art Gallery and the Central Library, on William Brown Street.