The seaward side of Litherland, also known as Downlitherland, merged with the area called Crosby Seabank to form what is now the district of Waterloo, named after the Hotel which took its name from the famous battle. (Later, its title was changed to Royal Waterloo Hotel, but it has now become The Royal Hotel.) It is residential, Grade 2 listed, and is situated within the Waterloo Conservation Area, overlooking Liverpool Bay.
A
visible landmark in the district is the lofty pinnacle of Waterloo Christ
Church, Waterloo Road, Waterloo. 1999 was the year of the celebration
of its centenary of consecration. No longer used for regular worship,
this grade 2 listed building is now in the care of The Church Conservation
Trust. This fine late Victorian building is much admired, and was often
referred to as "The Cathedral of Waterloo". Built by the renowned firm
of Paley & Austin of Lancaster, it is a large edifice, constructed
in red sandstone. The recently reinstated stained-glass windows were executed
by Shrigley & Hunt also of Lancaster. Curiously, some damaged sections
replaced with obscure glass appear to have ghostly faces!
The Church Conservation Trust has appointed a voluntary community group, Friends of Potters Barn, as official keyholders. Visitors may either contact this group at Potters Barn Park in Cambridge Road, Waterloo, or telephone them on (0151) 928 2382 for viewing access.
A programme of activities is being hosted and co-ordinated by the Friends of Potters Barn. It began with a benefit concert performed by The Crosby Symphony Orchestra and continued with a Carol Concert by the Waterloo & Crosby Theatre Group Choir. The acoustics of this building are considered perfect for classical music and operatic voices. For details, please contact the number above.