Canning, Liverpool
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Canning is an area of Liverpool
, England
. It lies on the borders of Toxteth
and the city centre and bounded to the south by Upper Parliament Street, to the east by Grove Street, to the north by Myrtle Street and to the west by Hope Street
.
Canning is known to estate agents as the "Georgian Quarter" as it is an area of almost uniformly residential Georgian architecture
, most of which strictly speaking dates from after the Georgian era
. The area derives its name from one of its principal thoroughfares, Canning Street. This is named after George Canning
, (1770–1827), who was a British
politician
who served as Foreign Secretary and, briefly, Prime Minister
.
In 1800 the Liverpool Corporation Surveyor, John Foster, Sr.
, (1758–1827) prepared a gridiron plan for a large area of peat bog known as Mosslake Fields, which was to the east of Rodney Street.
Originally the area was wealthy but with the decline of Liverpool most of the wealthier elements moved out. Canning became extremely poor and many houses were derelict or demolished. At the same time, the presence of the College of Art
on Hope Street and the Philharmonic Hall, together with the proximity of the university
and polytechnic (John Moores University from 1992)
gave rise to a Bohemian
atmosphere, although the area's dereliction and very negative reputation was long a deterrent to student residents. This atmosphere began to fade in the mid-1990s, and the area is once again starting to become associated with status. Nevertheless, the Office of National Statistics still finds the local population to be amongst the most extremely deprived in England and Wales.
Liverpool
Liverpool is a city and metropolitan borough of Merseyside, England, along the eastern side of the Mersey Estuary. It was founded as a borough in 1207 and was granted city status in 1880...
, England
England
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish Sea is to the north west, the Celtic Sea to the south west, with the North Sea to the east and the English Channel to the south separating it from continental...
. It lies on the borders of Toxteth
Toxteth
Toxteth is an inner city area of Liverpool, England. Located to the south of the city, Toxteth is bordered by Liverpool City Centre, Dingle, Edge Hill, Wavertree and Aigburth.-Description:...
and the city centre and bounded to the south by Upper Parliament Street, to the east by Grove Street, to the north by Myrtle Street and to the west by Hope Street
Hope Street, Liverpool
Hope Street, Liverpool, England stretches from Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral past Liverpool Cathedral to Upper Parliament Street. It contains several restaurants, hotels and bars. The road runs parallel to Rodney Street...
.
Canning is known to estate agents as the "Georgian Quarter" as it is an area of almost uniformly residential Georgian architecture
Georgian architecture
Georgian architecture is the name given in most English-speaking countries to the set of architectural styles current between 1720 and 1840. It is eponymous for the first four British monarchs of the House of Hanover—George I of Great Britain, George II of Great Britain, George III of the United...
, most of which strictly speaking dates from after the Georgian era
Georgian era
The Georgian era is a period of British history which takes its name from, and is normally defined as spanning the reigns of, the first four Hanoverian kings of Great Britain : George I, George II, George III and George IV...
. The area derives its name from one of its principal thoroughfares, Canning Street. This is named after George Canning
George Canning
George Canning PC, FRS was a British statesman and politician who served as Foreign Secretary and briefly Prime Minister.-Early life: 1770–1793:...
, (1770–1827), who was a British
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandIn the United Kingdom and Dependencies, other languages have been officially recognised as legitimate autochthonous languages under the European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages...
politician
Politician
A politician, political leader, or political figure is an individual who is involved in influencing public policy and decision making...
who served as Foreign Secretary and, briefly, Prime Minister
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is the Head of Her Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom. The Prime Minister and Cabinet are collectively accountable for their policies and actions to the Sovereign, to Parliament, to their political party and...
.
In 1800 the Liverpool Corporation Surveyor, John Foster, Sr.
John Foster, Sr.
John Foster Snr an English architect, father of John Foster Jnr. Senior Surveyor to the Corporation of Liverpool succeeding Henry Berry. In 1824 he was succeeded as Senior Surveyor by his son while Jesse Hartley replaced him as dock engineer at Liverpool Dock Trustees.During his time as dock...
, (1758–1827) prepared a gridiron plan for a large area of peat bog known as Mosslake Fields, which was to the east of Rodney Street.
Originally the area was wealthy but with the decline of Liverpool most of the wealthier elements moved out. Canning became extremely poor and many houses were derelict or demolished. At the same time, the presence of the College of Art
Liverpool College of Art
Liverpool College of Art is located at 68 Hope Street, in Liverpool, England. It is a Grade II listed building.The building is currently owned by Liverpool John Moores University housing its School of Social Science....
on Hope Street and the Philharmonic Hall, together with the proximity of the university
University of Liverpool
The University of Liverpool is a teaching and research university in the city of Liverpool, England. It is a member of the Russell Group of large research-intensive universities and the N8 Group for research collaboration. Founded in 1881 , it is also one of the six original "red brick" civic...
and polytechnic (John Moores University from 1992)
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool John Moores University is a British 'modern' university located in the city of Liverpool, England. The university is named after John Moores and was previously called Liverpool Mechanics' School of Arts and later Liverpool Polytechnic before gaining university status in 1992, thus...
gave rise to a Bohemian
Bohemianism
Bohemianism is the practice of an unconventional lifestyle, often in the company of like-minded people, with few permanent ties, involving musical, artistic or literary pursuits...
atmosphere, although the area's dereliction and very negative reputation was long a deterrent to student residents. This atmosphere began to fade in the mid-1990s, and the area is once again starting to become associated with status. Nevertheless, the Office of National Statistics still finds the local population to be amongst the most extremely deprived in England and Wales.
See also
- Hope Street, LiverpoolHope Street, LiverpoolHope Street, Liverpool, England stretches from Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral past Liverpool Cathedral to Upper Parliament Street. It contains several restaurants, hotels and bars. The road runs parallel to Rodney Street...
- Rodney Street, LiverpoolRodney Street, LiverpoolRodney Street in Liverpool, England is noted for the number of doctors and its Georgian architecture. It is sometimes known as the "Harley Street of the North". Together with Hope Street and Gambier Terrace it forms the Rodney Street conservation area...
- Gambier Terrace, LiverpoolGambier TerraceGambier Terrace is a row of houses situated on a terrace overlooking St. James Mount and Gardens and Liverpool Cathedral it was named after James Gambier. From number 1 to 10 are Grade II* Listed Buildings. They were designed by John Foster...
- Falkner SquareFalkner SquareFalkner Square is a square in Canning on the edge of Liverpool city centre. Falkner Square Gardens occupy the centre of the square. The Square was completed in 1830 and in 1835 the center area was acquired as a park, one of the first area acquired by the council.-History:Falkner square is named...
- German Church
- Architecture of LiverpoolArchitecture of LiverpoolThe Architecture of Liverpool is rooted in the city's development and history, as a major port city within the United Kingdom. It encompasses a wide range of architectural styles and has predominantly developed over the past 200 years, although several buildings date back as far at the 13th...