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The Wirral Peninsula, often referred to simply as Wirral, has been inhabited since a minimum of 7,000 BC, evidenced by remnants of prehistoric human life in the region. Over time, it has received settlement from the Celts, Romans, Britons, and Norse peoples, contributing to its rich historical tapestry.
At the turn of the 19th century, Birkenhead was a modest village situated on the Wirral bank of the Mersey, sufficiently distanced from Liverpool’s industrial activities by the river. However, rapid developments occurred in the following decades when shipbuilder William Laird established his operations and developed the grand Hamilton Square. Subsequently, Birkenhead Park, recognized as the first publicly funded park globally, emerged, complementing Hamilton Square with its profusion of listed buildings.