Parks · North West England
Falkner Square
In or near Liverpool.
Falkner Square is a square in Canning on the border of Liverpool city centre and Toxteth. Falkner Square Gardens occupy the centre of the square. The Square was completed in 1830 and in 1835 the centr
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Edge Hill · 1.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Falkner Square is a square in Canning on the border of Liverpool city centre and Toxteth. Falkner Square Gardens occupy the centre of the square. The Square was completed in 1830 and in 1835 the central area was acquired as a park, one of the first areas so acquired by the council.
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Official information
The Garstang Museum and Research Centre at the University of Liverpool features significant collections and research facilities. Visitors can explore various galleries showcasing historical artefacts and engage with the research community.
From the Wikipedia article
Falkner Square is a square in Canning on the border of Liverpool city centre and Toxteth. Falkner Square Gardens occupy the centre of the square. The Square was completed in 1830 and in 1835 the central area was acquired as a park, one of the first areas so acquired by the council.
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Background
History
Falkner Square is named after Edward Falkner, soldier and Sheriff of Lancashire, who mustered 1000 men in a single hour for the defence of Liverpool in 1797 when a French invasion threatened. He wanted it called Wellington Square. It dates from 1835 and was one of the city's first open public spaces. However, at the time it was unpopular and considered too far out of town, especially as regards the long uphill hike for horse-drawn vehicles. The townspeople nicknamed it Falkner's Folly, on account of the land being formerly known as Moss Lake Fields. Following construction, many of the houses remained vacant as prospective buyers were concerned the houses may subside due to being built on…
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- Coordinates
- 53.3982, -2.9629
- District
- Liverpool
- Parish
- Liverpool, unparished area
- Postcode
- L8 7NZ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Liverpool Riverside
- Nearest railway station
- Edge Hill — 1.2 km
- Official site
- www.liverpool.ac.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Falkner Square (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Falkner Square?
- Falkner Square is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode L8 7NZ), in the parish of Liverpool, unparished area.
- What is Falkner Square?
- Falkner Square is a square in Canning on the border of Liverpool city centre and Toxteth. Falkner Square Gardens occupy the centre of the square. The Square was completed in 1830 and in 1835 the centr
- How do I get to Falkner Square?
- The nearest railway station is Edge Hill, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode L8 7NZ.
- Is Falkner Square free to visit?
- Yes, Falkner Square is free to enter.
- How do I get to Falkner Square?
- The nearest railway station is Edge Hill, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode L8 7NZ.