Liverpool

Sometimes you forget about the beauty of home. When a friend was an incredible 2 hours, 54 minutes late to a meet up, I thought it was as good a chance as any to have a test of my new camera, and try out some street photography. To my surprise, I doubt I could have picked a better setting. Maybe it's just because I picked the only day in recorded history when it wasn't raining in Liverpool!

The Plan:

There wasn't one. I'd got the train from Lime Street, so I started off there, and decided to wander to the city's Cavern Quarter (dedicated to Liverpool's rich musical history). From there, I wandered further down to the docks, and then headed all the way back to Lime Street once my friend said he was on his way.

St George's Hall
St George's Hall, a Grade I listed Neoclassical building that lies at the heart of the city.
Walker Art Gallery
The Walker Art Gallery, one of the biggest Art Galleries in the country outside of London.
Scouse views
I feel like this image captures the feel of the city best. Liverpool has a fascinating mix of architectural styles.
More Scouse views
More views of the city, you can make out the World Museum on the right.
Radio City Tower
St John's Beacon (or Radio City Tower as it's commonly called). This radio tower finally shut after 54 years just 11 days before I took this picture.
SuperLambanana
The SuperLambanana Statue. At almost 8 tonnes, this is the biggest Lamb-banana hybrid statue that I have ever seen.
Beatle Street
"Beatle Street" at the heart of Liverpool's musical quarter.
Cavern Club
The famous Cavern Club. Home of Merseybeat and inspired by Parisian jazz clubs, this venue hosted the Beatles in their early years.
Sign of Cavern Club
Sign of the Cavern Club; a nice test of my camera at lower exposures.
Sgt Pepper's Club
Sgt Pepper's Club, one music venue beside many.
Scouse Architecture
A nice example of the differing architectural styles of the city. Due to new building developments, Liverpool lost its World Heritage Status in 2021.
The Liver Building
The Royal Liver Building, a quintessential part of the city's skyline and a Grade I listed building with a stunning Baroque style.
Liver Building
Another view of the Liver Building, with an equestrian statue in the foreground.
Mersey Ferry
One of many Mersey Ferries, another feature of the city.
The Beatles
The Beatles themselves, frozen in stone for tourism purposes.
The Empire Theatre
The Empire Theatre, one of Liverpool's many theatres.