Statue of John Laird, Liverpool

Name: Statue of John Laird
Address: Liverpool, United Kingdom

#315 among attractions in Liverpool

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The Statue of John Laird stands on the west side of Hamilton Square, Birkenhead, Merseyside, England. It commemorates the life of John Laird, a local ship builder, politician and benefactor. The statue was sculpted by Albert Bruce-Joy, and unveiled in 1877 by Lord Tollemache. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II listed building. ()

Coordinates: 53°23'38"N, 3°1'0"W

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Liverpool United Kingdom

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Statue of John Laird – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Tate Liverpool, Birkenhead Park, Museum of Liverpool, Echo Arena Liverpool.

1 miNE
Modern art in former dock warehouses
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Park
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Museum, Art museum, History museum
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1.1 miE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Echo Arena Liverpool, Liverpool
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1.2 miNE
Museum, Shopping, Art gallery
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~1540 ftE
Museum, Light rail
Wirral Tramway, Liverpool
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~1880 ftSE
Monastery, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
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~350 ftSE
Memorial
Cenotaph, Liverpool
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~990 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Wirral Transport Museum, Liverpool
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~1770 ftN
Bridge
Egerton Dock, Liverpool
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~230 ftSE
Historical place, Square
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Statue of John Laird?

Nearby attractions include Queen Victoria Monument, Liverpool (1 min walk), Hamilton Square, Liverpool (2 min walk), Cenotaph, Liverpool (2 min walk), Birkenhead Town Hall, Liverpool (5 min walk).

How to get to Statue of John Laird by public transport?

The nearest stations to Statue of John Laird:

Train

Hamilton Square (3 min walk)
Conway Park (7 min walk)

Tram

Shore Road • Lines: Wirral Tramway (6 min walk)
Stop • Lines: Wirral Tramway (7 min walk)

Bus

Woodsie Bus Station (7 min walk)
James St Je • Lines: 18 (33 min walk)