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Liverpool's St George's Hall
To Unveil Its Exquisite Minton Tile Floor
VISITORS to Liverpool's St Georges Hall
will get the rare opportunity to view the spectacular Grade II listed building
in all of its remarkable glory this August, as its famous Minton Tiled flooring
will once again be unveiled from Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 16 August 2015.
Amongst the world's finest examples of an encaustic tiled floor, the handcrafted
mosaic of more than 30,000 tiles were concealed in the 1860's to allow dancing
and events at the prestigious venue.
The intricate and exquisite patterned tiled flooring depict the Liver Birds, the
Roman god Neptune, sea nymphs, dolphins and tridents in what was the largest
Minton pavement in the world when reconstructed.
Cabinet member for culture and tourism, Councillor Wendy Simon said:- "The
fantastic Minton Tiles at St George's Hall are always hugely popular with
tourists and residents each time they are revealed. The craftsmanship that has
gone into the tiles is simply astounding and I would urge anyone who hasn't yet
seen them to go along to St George's Hall and see these magnificent tiles."
The Hall will be open daily from 10am to 5pm (last entry 4pm) where visitors will
be able to view Liverpool's hidden gem and gaze again at the site of the Great
Hall in all its original grandeur.
There will also be 1 hour guided Walk the Floor Tours available each day at
10am to 11am and 4pm to 5pm in which visitors will learn about the history of the Hall
and the famous flooring and then be able to access and walk on the World
renowned Minton Tiled floor.
If that wasn't enough then why not enjoy a Night on the Tiles; each evening from
6pm to 9pm guests will be able to enjoy the rare privilege of being able to "walk"
on the world heritage site floor whilst enjoying a free glass of fizz, and there
will also be food available to purchase each evening.
Be sure not to miss this rare opportunity to witness one of the city's most
iconic and grand buildings in all of its original splendour when it's infamous
Minton Tiled flooring is unveiled from Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 16 August
2015.
For further information please visit:-
StGeorgesLiverpool.Co.UK.
To recap...
EVENT DETAILS
► View St Georges Hall Minton Tiled Flooring...
St George's Hall, St George's Place, Liverpool, L1 1JJ, running from
Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 16 August 2015. Open daily from 10am to 5pm daily,
with last entry at 4pm.
Entrance fee is just:- £2.50 and can be paid at the Hall.
► Walk the Floor Tours...
St George's Hall, St George's Place, Liverpool, L1 1JJ, running over
Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 16 August 2015. Takes place daily at both
10am to 11am and 4pm to 5pm.
£10 per person (pre book at the Heritage Shop). Please note that a maximum of 40 people per tour.
No more can be added as it risks damage to the floor.
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'Night on the Tiles'
will be held at:- St George's Hall, St George's Place, Liverpool, L1 1JJ,
over
Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 16 August 2015. it will be open from
6pm to 9pm daily with a
£12 per person charge (including booking fee). Tickets can be purchased in person at TicketQuarter
at Queen Square, Liverpool, or
online. Alternatively,
you cal also call:- 0844 800 0410 to book tickets.
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