Roman Catholic Cathedral, Liverpool

Photograph taken 08 June 2001 © Historic England Archive/Mr Brendan Oxlade ref: 359118

This building was very different from existing cathedrals and provoked strong reactions when it opened in 1967. It has several nicknames including 'Paddy's Wigwam' and the 'Mersey Funnel'

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Merseyside Liverpool

Period

1960s (1960 - 1969)

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After the second World War London had a such a severe housing shortage that it was decided to encourage people to move out. New towns such as Harlow were planned and built. These terraced houses were built in 1952 - 53 and provided with car ports.

Roman Catholic Cathedral, Liverpool

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