Port Sunlight

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

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

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

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

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.

See also

• Bournville
• New Earswick
• Saltaire

External links

• Port Sunlight Village Trust

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