The Lost Street - Uncovering Southport's Victorian Past
Top of Nevill Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0DR
Walk up Nevill Street today to Southport's heart as a seaside resort and you'd never guess that a Victorian street lies buried at the top. But you can revisit this much mythologised part of Southport's history when we roll out the wonderful artwork by 3D Joe and Max showing you life 150 years ago beneath your feet.
When you stand in the right spot, the buried street comes to life - we'll be there to help you get the best view to take photos of family and friends 'balancing' on the edge over the street 'below'.
For nearly 100 years, visitors to the beach strolled through a gap dug in the sandhills to reach the beach. When the dunes were turned into the Promenade a bridge was built over Nevill Street, and restaurants and shops popped up to catch the tourists. In 1903, the street was filled in and now there are few clues to its past.
Alongside the artwork, you can discover pictures and maps of Nevill Street through time and share your memories of the 'Lost Street'.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1000-1700
Location & directions
Top of Nevill Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0DR
- Directions:
- Next to Queen Victoria's statue.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
There are cafes, shops and amusements on Nevill Street and elsewhere in Southport town centre. Public toilets are on the Promenade.
