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The six boroughs

Sefton

Bootle Castle, also known as Miller’s Castle, was recreated in North Park beside the two obelisks that once guided ships into the Mersey.

Volunteers raising the Lost Castles cardboard structure in Sefton
Volunteers raising the Sefton build by hand.

What was built

Bootle Castle, also known as Miller’s Castle, was recreated in North Park, along with two nearby Bootle landmarks: the obelisks which in the 1800s acted as a navigation point for ships entering the Mersey. The build brought a lost corner of the town’s history back into view.

Venue
Bootle Leisure Centre, North Park
Built
From Thursday 9 August
Toppled
Sunday, 1pm

What happened on the Saturday

A seaside theme ran through the programme developed by The Atkinson, with live music, outdoor theatre, arts and crafts, a fairground and food and drink concessions. It made for a full family day out beside the castle.