Category: 1911

St Annes Church Parish Rooms

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St. Anne’s Parish Rooms, adjacent to St. Anne’s Parish Church in Lytham St. Annes, were built in 1911 to serve as a community space for church-related activities and various local groups. The church itself, initially a chapel of ease to St. Cuthbert’s in Lytham, was commissioned by Lady Clifton in the early 1870s and named in memory of her aunt, Anne. The town of St. Annes grew up around the church, taking its name from it. The church was built to serve the growing population of the hamlet of Heyhouses, which was a few miles walk from St. Cuthbert’s in… Read more »

The Grundy Art Gallery

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Grundy Art Gallery first opened its doors to the public in 1911, quickly becoming a cornerstone of Blackpool’s cultural scene. The gallery was made possible through a generous donation from brothers John and Sir Cuthbert Grundy, both talented artists, who gifted over 20 paintings alongside a financial contribution. Their generosity laid the groundwork for what would become one of Blackpool’s most significant artistic landmarks. The concept for the gallery originated in 1908 when Blackpool Council, inspired by the Grundy brothers’ bequest, commissioned the building as a permanent venue for displaying visual art. This forward-thinking decision underscored the town’s growing commitment… Read more »

Blackpool Central Library

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Central Library is a notable public library located in a historic building that also houses the Grundy Art Gallery. The building is Grade II listed, recognizing its historical significance. The site was chosen in 1908 on Queen Street, with funding from artists Cuthbert and John Grundy from Bury. Construction began in 1909 and was completed in 1911, with the design by the Scottish firm Cullen, Lochhead and Brown. After a major renovation costing £3 million, the library reopened on 26 September 2011, just in time to celebrate its 100th anniversary a month later. The building features an Edwardian Baroque style… Read more »