This is a computer retouched photo (I have removed a traffic light) of St Georges Hall, built on the site of the first Liverpool Infirmary, in the classic Graeco-Roman style designed by Harvey Longsdale Elmes, building commenced in 1842, opening in September 1854 costing £333,330. Queen Victoria said that it was 'Worthy of Ancient Athens'. A regular visitor was Charles Dickens who held many of his readings in the 'Small Concert Hall' designed by Professor C R Cockrell.
St Georges Hall (alternative view) was originally conceived to host the three yearly Music Festival and to use for Civic Balls and Functions, but in the early stages a Law Court was added. One criticism of the finished Court was that the Jury room had no toilet. The interior is dominated by the main hall 169 feet long with a floor of Minton tiles which is normally protected from the feet of the day to day users, but opened to viewing usually once a year. At this time it is usually possible to hear the grand organ being played.

In very recent times several film companies have found St Georges Hall the right location for their particular production. These include: Hilary and Jackie: In the Name of the Father: Let Him Have It and An Awfully Big Adventure.