St George's Hall to unveil its exquisite minton tile floor

Written By: Mark Armstrong

Provided By: St George's Hall

Visitors to Liverpool’s St George's Hall will get the rare opportunity to view the spectacular Grade II listed building in all of its remarkable glory this August, as its famous Minton Tiled flooring will once again be unveiled from Friday August 7-Sunday August 16.

Amongst the world’s finest examples of an encaustic tiled floor, the handcrafted mosaic of more than 30,000 tiles were concealed in the 1860s to allow dancing and events at the prestigious venue.

The intricate and exquisite patterned tiled flooring depict the Liver Birds, the Roman god Neptune, sea nymphs, dolphins and tridents in what was the largest Minton pavement in the world when reconstructed.

Councillor Wendy Simon, Cabinet member for culture and tourism, commented: “The fantastic Minton Tiles at St George’s Hall are always hugely popular with tourists and residents each time they are revealed.

“The craftsmanship that has gone into the tiles is simply astounding and I would urge anyone who hasn’t yet seen them to go along to St George’s Hall and see these magnificent tiles.”

The Hall will be open daily from 10.00-17.00 (last entry at 16.00) where visitors will be able to view Liverpool’s hidden gem and gaze again at the site of the Great Hall in all its original grandeur.

There will also be one-hour guided Walk the Floor Tours available each day from 10.00-11.00 and from 16.00-17.00 in which visitors will learn about the history of the Hall and the famous flooring and then be able to access and walk on the World renowned Minton Tiled floor.

If that wasn’t enough then why not enjoy a Night on the Tiles; each evening from 18.00-21.00, guests will be able to enjoy the rare privilege of being able to “walk” on the world heritage site floor whilst enjoying a free glass of fizz, and there will also be food available to purchase each evening.

Be sure not to miss this rare opportunity to witness one of the city’s most iconic and grand buildings in all of its original splendour when its infamous Minton Tiled flooring is unveiled from Friday August 7– Sunday August 16.

For further information, visit www.stgeorgesliverpool.co.uk.