Theme
Bridges
The Railway Bridge, Transporter Bridge and Road Bridge not only affected the views but the very fabric of West Bank itself.
Celebrations
People in West Bank knew how to party! From birthdays, street parties, for Jubilees, Coronations, VE Day, weddings and more.
Childhood
Including School days, childhood games, Boys Brigade, Youth Clubs, Sunday School, and afternoons on the Prom.
Docks
West Bank had two Docks, both were very busy with cargo and freight passing through every day.
Home Life
Family life in West Bank was hard but happy, these images depict the day-to-day life of the community.
Industry
Industry provided many jobs for West Bankers , the many works shaped not only the economy but the local landscape also.
Leisure
Including day trips away, days on the shore, Victoria Gardens, sailing on the Mersey and more.
People
It is often said that West Bank was ‘all about people’ and here are a collection of images of some of its residents.
Redevelopment
The 1970s saw street clearances and new housing constructed, changing the shape of West Bank dramatically.
River Mersey
The Mersey played a significant role in life on West Bank but it was a dangerous river with strong tides.
Trade
West Bank was once a thriving trading centre with a huge variety of shops. People say that you could buy everything you ever needed on West Bank.
Troubled Times
Life in West Bank was incredibly hard at times, affected by war, poverty and tragedies in the River Mersey.
Worship
Hartland, Zion, St Mary’s and St Patrick’s are just some of the churches which have existed over the years.