1879 – Southport Glaciarium & Ice Manufacturing Co., Lancashire
Architect: Bell & Roper
One of the earliest artificial skating rinks in the world was constructed at Southport.
One of the earliest artificial skating rinks in the world was constructed at Southport.
Sited on a hillside above the south channel of the River Lee,
“The chm-ch of St. James,
After an architectural competition,
Originally erected for the city Corporation in 1704-06,
Perspective view published in The Building News,
Interior View towards altar published in The Building News,
Perspective Views (before & after restoration) including ground plan.
Norman Shaw’s appointment as architect was confirmed at the end of 1873 following the formal transfer of the site to the Church Commissioners.
St. Marks Church completed in 1879 with later additions and alterations including C20 buildings to north.