Port Sunlight
Port Sunlight is a model village and suburb in the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, Merseyside, England. It was built by William Hesketh Lever (later known as Lord Leverhulme) to accommodate workers of his soap manufacturing company, Lever Brothers, which is now part of Unilever.
History[edit | edit source]
Port Sunlight was established in 1888. Lever's vision was to create a community where workers could live and work in a healthy and balanced environment. The village was named after the popular brand of Lever Brothers' soap, Sunlight.
Architecture[edit | edit source]
The architecture of Port Sunlight is noted for its variety and quality. The village consists of 900 Grade II listed buildings, designed by over 30 different architects. Styles range from Tudor Revival to Queen Anne, with a mix of Arts and Crafts and Domestic Revival.
Amenities[edit | edit source]
Port Sunlight offers a range of amenities for its residents and visitors. These include the Lady Lever Art Gallery, which houses a significant collection of fine and decorative art, and the Port Sunlight Museum, which provides insights into the village's unique history and architecture.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Port Sunlight has had a significant impact on urban planning and design. It is considered one of the finest examples of early 20th-century Garden City planning and has influenced the development of many other planned communities worldwide.
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