ROYAL ALBERT DOCK
Liverpool’s Royal Albert Dock is one of the most iconic pieces of UK heritage.
In the 1800s, the Albert Dock was a bustling hub for innovation and commerce, becoming the epicentre of global trade.
Two centuries later, the 375,000 sq ft estate stands defiantly as the largest and most prominent cultural and commercial destination in the North, receiving over six million visitors a year.
But, as custodians of this historic landmark, our ambitions go beyond relying on the visitor economy.
We are working closely with our neighbours to deliver a comprehensive plan to improve its public realm, so that the Dock becomes a landmark can be enjoyed by both locals and visitors, year-round.
The largest single collection of grade I listed buildings in the country, our focus is to preserve and enhance – injecting new energy and creativity into the estate to secure its future.
Our plans include improved accessibility, wayfinding and storytelling as well as public amenity and extensive greening that will add up to 40 species of adaptive plants to revitalise an underused public realm.
This is all topped off by an exciting cultural and events programme, creating a truly unique public offer while celebrating the heritage and cultural qualities that make this area of Liverpool such an intrinsic part of the city.