At the Palm House we are passionate about plants and people. Come rain or shine, the fully accessible grounds and Palm House are open 7 days a week, all year round and entry is free. Enjoy a stroll around the historic collection of plants from around the world inside this masterpiece of Victorian engineering or take part in one of our many events, health and wellbeing and children's holiday activities.
The surroundings and atmosphere create magical and unforgettable experiences. The Palm House is a unique building that can be hired for weddings, concerts, festivals, corporate dinners and private events. Sefton Park Palm House is owned by Liverpool City Council and managed by Sefton Park Palm House Preservation Trust, a registered charity that maintains the Palm House for the benefit of the local community.
The surroundings and atmosphere create magical and unforgettable experiences. The Palm House is a unique building that can be hired for weddings, concerts, festivals, corporate dinners and private events. Sefton Park Palm House is owned by Liverpool City Council and managed by Sefton Park Palm House Preservation Trust, a registered charity that maintains the Palm House for the benefit of the local community.
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Sefton Park's 'Great Conservatory' was a gift to the city of Liverpool by local benefactor Henry Yates Thompson. When it first opened to the public in 1896 it quickly became a popular visitor attraction. People who had never set foot outside of Liverpool could stroll under its glass domes and marvel at exotic plants from far-away lands.
The Palm House is the perfect place to meet with friends or enjoy a little peace and quiet. The living show in this theatre of plants changes with the seasons - there's never a dull moment! Take a stroll around the continents and discover plants that provide us with our food, spices, clothing and medicines.
From school visits, walking tours, local interest groups, art clubs and tourist groups - please get in touch to discuss how we can support your group. Sefton Park Palm House is a popular place for organised groups who wish to visit a venue of architectural, heritage and horticultural interest. Talks and tours can be arranged to meet most needs.
The Palm House was designed to showcase the wonders of the natural world, to amaze visitors with the discoveries of intrepid Victorian explorers and to educate people about the value of plants. The original 1896 planting scheme included specimens from five different continents - South East Asia, Australasia, the Americas, Africa, Europe and the Mediterranean.
Our passion for providing best service in all aspects of our work is reflected in the knowledge that we're guardians of this historic & iconic Liverpool legacy. To support the delivery of all commercial activities at the Palm House including front of house, weddings, functions, events, bars and visitor catering.
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Jan 01, 2020
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Dec 12, 2019
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Nov 24, 2019
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Oct 05, 2019
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Sep 21, 2019
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What a wonderful place to spend an hour or two!
Enjoyed one of Liverpool's finest attractions today. Met some wonderful volunteers who made us feel welcome and gave us a brief history of the Palm House. Then we enjoyed a nice cup of tea and cake in the pop-up coffee shop!
It was smaller than I imagined but a real little treat.
And as seen on Football Focus! ⚽️😀
Enjoyed one of Liverpool's finest attractions today. Met some wonderful volunteers who made us feel welcome and gave us a brief history of the Palm House. Then we enjoyed a nice cup of tea and cake in the pop-up coffee shop!
It was smaller than I imagined but a real little treat.
And as seen on Football Focus! ⚽️😀
G. B.
Jul 02, 2019
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Christine Worthington
Jun 26, 2019
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Eliot Collins
Sep 25, 2018
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Liz S.
Jan 12, 2018
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Dave L.
Jul 14, 2010
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Adding yet another dose of splendid intrigue to an already mightily lovely park is the Palm House. A Victorian temple to verdure, the greenhouse was built in 1896 and served strutting park-goers until that pesky Second World War, when the fear of moonlight bouncing off the glass and into the eyes of Luftwaffe pilots meant the whole thing was slopped over with grey and green paint. It didn't work. A bomb landing nearby blasted the glass out in 1941 and it wasn't re-glazed for nine years afterwards.
Closed in the 80s amid structural fears, the house was ultimately saved following the
Closed in the 80s amid structural fears, the house was ultimately saved following the
Anthony S.
Jul 13, 2010
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The Palm House is found somewhere in the middle of Sefton Park - I use the vague term somewhere in the middle as it really depends on where you enter the park, plus I almost always find the place purely by accident.
The Palm House is open to the public but only during very specific set hours which can be found on their website and can be subject to change if the venue is hired. It is a very popular venue for weddings but it is not cheap to do so but having filmed one here last year it really is a very good venue for a reception!
However there are also public events like a monthly tea dance and
The Palm House is open to the public but only during very specific set hours which can be found on their website and can be subject to change if the venue is hired. It is a very popular venue for weddings but it is not cheap to do so but having filmed one here last year it really is a very good venue for a reception!
However there are also public events like a monthly tea dance and
Ruth B.
May 31, 2010
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Located in Liverpool's Sefton Park, the Palm House originally had 3,710 flat panes of glass, all individually cut. There is quite a story to the Palm House. It opened in 1896. The glass was painted in camouflage colours to avoid the reflection of moonlight guiding bomber aircraft. Despite the preventative actions, in 1941 a nearby bomb shattered the glass, leaving only the main structure. Reglazed and reopened in the 1950's. But by 1981, it fell into disrepair and was threatened with demolition. After campaign and various efforts to restore in 1997 the Heritage Lottery Fund and English
Qype User Kittyc
Oct 18, 2009
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Nov 20, 2008
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Qype User Sophie
Sep 21, 2008
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Sefton Park Palm House is a Grade II* listed Victorian palm house situated in leafy glades of Sefton Park, 2 miles from Liverpool City Centre. It was built in 1896 and gifted to the city by Henry Yates Thompson. It is managed by Sefton Park Palm House Preservation Trust and contains plants from around the world. Statues of naturalists and explorers stand guard at each of the octagional corners. It is open to the public 7 days a week and there is a varied programme of events (mostly free) to enjoy. It provides a superb location for private celebrations and is available to hire for weddings,parties
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Aug 07, 2007
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