HI! I was 'made up' to come across this site. Been in Perth Australia for many years but often think of schooldays at Churchdrive. Yes I fell in the boating lake and my friend Jackie Mac broke her arm falling of the art gallery ledge. Had Mr Evans and Mrs Williams and Mrs Pearce for teachers from about 1971 till 1975. Is Gill Smith out there or Gail Brown? I had my first kiss under the bridge in the dell with Janet Brennan hanging over the top laughing!!
jacqui goodchild < Jacki@jamidland.com.au >
Wednesday, December 19, 2001 at 02:44:32

Hi Lisa, Re. Your x-word query
Elsie Tanner was a character in the famous "soap opera" Coronation Street hope this helps
Cheers, Dave < panda3105@aol.com >
Thursday, November 29, 2001 at 04:16:48

Hello! I'm struggling to complete the BBC History Magazine crossword! The clue is "Tanner of old in soap not Christmas Pudding". The answer has five letters - "E (blank) S (blank) E" I immediately think of Lord Lever whenever I think of soap - can anyone suggest an answer? It's the only unanswered clue!
Many thanks for your time,
Lisa Horry < lisa.horry@alfred-mcalpine.com >
Sunday, November 25, 2001 at 18:08:20

What wonderful memories this site brings back. Julia Whitehead, how delighted I am to see that you are still actively involved with the Port Sunlight Players. I hope you remember me, I was musical director in the 1960's
for productions from Wizard of Oz to our Unilever award winning production of Passion Flower, the story of Carmen. What enjoyable times we had. Is Joan Boot still involved ?
It would be lovely to hear from any of the old crowd who may remember me.
James McDonald < jfmcdon@attcanada.ca >
Saturday, November 24, 2001 at 16:50:33

I am currently engaged in research into the life and work of the portrait painter Philip de Laszlo (1869-1937). I understand that he painted William Hesketh Lever, Ist Viscount Leverhulme and I am trying to locate the whereabouts of this picture.
mark T Jones < altruism@hotmail.com >
Tuesday, October 30, 2001 at 18:42:54

Attention: Mrs. Margaret Williams.
Did you receive my letter requesting information about my great grandfather - John Farrall? Please let me know if you need payment for your efforts on my behalf. Respecfully, John Farrall, Burke, Virginia
John Farrall < jfarrall@cox.rr.com >
Monday, October 8, 2001 at 13:54:03

Upon reviewing my last posting, regarding any information about my great grandfather - John Farrall and his wife Mary - I noticed that my e-mail address was incomplete. It should read:jfarrall@cox.rr.com. Mr. Farrall died in 1911 and Mary Farrall continued to live at Port Sunlight until 1925. I would appreciate learning any information anyone might have. Thanks.
John Farrall < jfarrall@cox.rr.com >
Monday, October 8, 2001 at 13 :37:22

Interested in hearing from anyone at Church Drive from 1949 to 1955
Tony Jacks < yms@york-medical-society.freeserve.co.uk >
Saturday, October 6, 2001 at 10:21:53

We have 2 Spanish ladies working with us in Hamilton Square who are looking for accommodation. Does anyone have any information regarding flats/apartments or house shares in the area?
Caroline East < caroline@desurvey.com >
Wednesday, September 26, 2001 at 11:59:36

I am an Italian University student and I am looking for information which deals with some examples of English "company-town" (name, history, ....) Could Port Sunlight Village be considered a "company Town"?
I would be glad if you could give me some news about this subject.
Thank you very much.
Vitali Loredana < vitali.loredana@tin.it >
September 26, 2001 at 08:41:03

I am a resident of Burke, Virginia. I am trying to obtain information about my great-grandfather John Farrall and his wife Mary. They were one of the original homesteaders in Port Sunlight. Mr. Farrall died in Port Sunlight in 1911 and Mrs. Farrall continued to live there until 1925. Can anyone help. Thanks.
John A. Farrall < jfarrall@cox.rr.com >
Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at 13:26:12

I am considering relocation of my family to the Liverpool area, and have heard wonderful things
about Port Sunlight as a good community for family.I'm impressed with the site, and would love to hear
from current or past residents about their experience.Most interested in quality of life, shopping, schools,
etc. in the area. Also, is there a realtor who specializes in the area that I might contact to find current home prices, etc.? Warmest regards, David Lilly
David Lilly < davelil@yahoo.com >
Monday, September 24, 2001 at 21:57:34

This is probably the last person you would expect to hear from on a message board. Still playing Volleyball? My e-mail address is lorihenderson2001@yahoo.com I would love to hear from you.
Lori
Lori Henderson < lorihenderson2001@yahoo.com >
Wednesday, September 19, 2001 at 22:49:24

before 1939, lived at 308 New Chester Road . Served paras Italy
Anyone heard of Jack Armstrong,Phil Cairns ,Billy Williams,Telfer Brown ,Billy Lucas
Was in the Sunlight Players about 1950 and lived in Church Road
Kevin Hendstock < hendstock@netscape.net >
Wednesday, August 22, 2001 at 11:23:09

Would just like to say that i miss your beautiful village and if you see Bill Abbot tell him "sooty" is fine. Dougie.
Dougie Muir < dougiemuir@aol.com >
Monday, August 20, 2001 at 21:49:47

As a Liverpudlian now living in Palm Springs California , I just recently visited Port Sunlight for the first time, and what a treat! Perfect grounds with spectacular roses and the Lever Gallery wonderful!
Who lives in the homes now and is it ever possible to purchase in the Village? Regards Andrew Archdale
< info@antennaeinternational.com >
Wednesday, August 1, 2001 at 00:10:02

I would like to find out if there are any records of employees of the Hudson Soap works from the 1880's onwards which was taken over by Lever Brothers.
J Palmer
< jppalmer@bigfoot.com >
Saturday, July 7, 2001 at 11:48:04

Christ Church is to hold a Flower Festival from the 18th to 23 September, to celebrate The Millennium and the 150th anniversary (19th September) of the birth of William Hesketh Lever. Any village organisations wishing to participate should contact me at the above e-mail address or by telephone (0151) 334 3718.
barrie bradburn
< blb.aldford@btinternet.com >
Monday, July 2, 2001 at 13:53:23

I just wanted to let the web designer, and the rest of the people involved in the design and maintenance of the website, how great it is. I just wandered in, and very much enjoyed my visit. Thanks for a great site to visit. And, if I ever make it to your area from Texas, I will be sure to stop by.
Deb Koplen
< koplend@swbell.net >
Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 15:42:30

Thank you for your web site on Port sunlight. My mum and Dad still live on the village,and when i'am feeling home sick i know that i can click on to the web and look at all the lovely photo;s of the village.Espially on a sunday and i can sit and imagine the bells ringing from christchurch. I have been living in Austrlia (perth) for the past 7 years now.But Port Sunlight will always be my home.
Beverley Ellard
< hazel7@bigpond.com >
Sunday, June 24, 2001 at 07:39:04

Is there any news of the sundial which I understand is to be affixed
to the Sphinx recently erected in Bath Street please?
Aled Davies
< Davaman_xtrm@hotmail.com >
Thursday, June 14, 2001 at 16:27:12

Thank you for an excellent site. We visited Port Sunlight on Whit Monday 2001 after intending to visit for some time. The village exceeded our expectations and gave us a very rewarding day viewing the architecture and ambience. The visit meant even more to us, as we have for many years frequented Rivington Pike and Lord Lever's Chinese Gardens, taking an interest in the history of that area and its founder. We look forward to our next visit. David & Susan McKendrick.
< the.mckendricks@blueyonder.co.uk >
Friday, June 1, 2001 at 00:38:26

Hi Cath Steve here, yes i was asking John about you and the rest the family. My wife has just said, it's funny all these people from the village, if it was'nt for this site we would never catch up. Just a quick note, must go. Steve Williams
< sgw@wanet.com.au >
Wednesday, May 30, 2001 at 04:59:06

Owner of the Artisan Nook Gallery would like to invite all artists to apply to showcase their work through our highly advertised gallery.I am the owner of the Artisan Nook Gallery, located at http://artisannook.com. I would like to speak with you about showcasing your work within our gallery. Sincerely, Sharon (Georgie) Hanson
< info@artisannook.com >
Sunday, May 27, 2001 at 17:15:44

An excellent site - very informative and interesting. Keep up the good work! With Best Wishes from Eileen (Everyman)
< Eileen.Ellison@btinternet.com >
Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 19:58:24

I'm looking to buy a house in the village and would be grateful for information if anyone who knows of a property that is comming on to the market. I have visited the village over many years and believe that I could be happy living in the village - I am not a property speculator - just looking for a house for myself. Thanks
Maire Daley < maire.daley@liv-coll.ac.uk >
Tuesday, May 8, 2001 at 17:16:50

To Ian and Jeff Gilbert do you remember me. My brother John Parry let me know about this website. I also noticed Steve Williams too.I left Port Sunlight in 1974 after getting married and moving to Auckland New Zealand.Went back for a visit in 1988 stayed for six months with the kids.We all loved it!I am always telling people over here about this wonderful vilage, I am very proud to have had the good fortune to have spent my first 21 years there. To Steve Williams I remember the penny bangers and the bonfires and the allottments and playing cricket up against the wall of your house!! Great memories!!
Cath Parry (Manley) < haywire@pl.net >
Friday, May 4, 2001 at 08:46:32

Hi :-) I worked at Levers from 1978-1980 packing soap!!Used to have some great laughs with the girls there, any of you still out there ?????
LORRAINE DAWSON ( nee Gibbard ) <harrydawson@btinternet.com >
Wednesday, May 2, 2001 at 18:39:40

This is a really good site! I went to Church Drive School between 1960 & 1964. I remember being in Mrs. Davies class for 2 years in a row,'cos she moved up to the top year with us. We were all so pleased that we didn't get Mr Harris(?)for the final year! I remember making the Church football team - we played at the Oval in our first game. I played centre half, we won 4-1 and I scored a goal - and Mr. Harris promptly dropped me from the team! I can only remember Gibby(?), Phil, Alex young, from the class of 64', also Keith Bainbridge. We all went to Wirral Grammar I think, in the September, after the dreaded "11 plus"!! I live in New Zealand now, since 1970, but I wish my kids could see the village for real! it was a huge playground for all of us, I didn't realise how great the place was for kids with an imagination, until I left. Anyone who was at Church Drive in that time, I'd love to hear from you, along with most of my rellies who I think still work for Levers (is it still called that?)
Stephen Kelly < smkelly@slingshot.co.nz >
Tuesday, May 1, 2001 at 02:34:22

As I worked at Lever Bros for 10 years, from 1964 till 1974. I still like to keep an interst in the Village. I now live in Plymouth, but when I get the chance, I like to come back to visit. I remember all the old places. We used to go to the Swimming Bath every day, it was open. Good old days. Glad to see I have found you, on the net.
Jennie C Wills. Plymouth. Devon < jennifer@willey96.freeserve.co.uk >
Monday, April 2, 2001 at 19:15:15

I was born in Central Road Port Sunlight in 1926. My father Frederick Vernon was chauffer to the 2ndLord Leverhulme and later in charge of factory transport. I emigrated to Australia in 1969 with my family.
George Stanley Vernong <svernon@one.net.au >
Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 08:46:05

Hi Keith, Yes i remember the ice cream man, and riding on the back of the coal lorry, playing war games in the allotments, throwing penny bangers around on bonnie night. Remember when we got the tree off the sunlight golf course for the bonfire, and got chased by the greensman, we ran off and Phil Martin jumped into a bed of nettles trying to get away. What does the song say, Those were the days We had Bella for a long time, she finally died of old age in 1992.
 Steve Williams, Australia <sgw@wanet.com.au>
Thursday, March 1, 2001 at 02:59:50

I was surfing the web searching for anything on Port Sunlight where I lived until I emigrated to Canada - and WOW! I found this whole web page and all this amazing stuff about the village. I was particularly thrilled to read the messages from someone I went to both Church Drive and West Kirby Girls School - PAT TARR - Pat, are you the Pat Tarr I went to West Kirby with - Pat Murray was a friend of ours. I did try to contact you at the E-Mail you left but it came back to me "undeliverable" - panda@aol.com. If you are reading this please get back to me and we can reminisce. The guy who left the notes about Mr. Byron - that's a long long time ago - but, hey, how about "Bummer" Hughes - is there anyone out there who remembers him. He was head master and I don't have to tell you why he was called that, if you were there!!! I recognized all the names on the messages I read - there was one lady who said she worked packing soap - did you work with my dad in No.3 Soapery? His name was Claude Williams and he was a supervisor. I particularly noticed that most of the people who sent messages were spread out all over the world. Does this say something about Port Sunlight? - or just about us!!!!
JOAN BRYAN (NEE WILLIAMS) <moonlite88@hotmail.com>
Wednesday, February 28, 2001 at 20:42:18

My grandmother was Martha Donkin, and her father I believe was a principle of the company and his picture along with others is in the archives of Port Sunlight. I would very much like to obtain a copy of this picture. Could you advise how I would do this being in Canada. Thank you.
Daphne Pollard <dpollard@img.net>
Saturday, February 24, 2001 at 22:56:21

I grew up in P/S from 1950 to 1976 before settling in Perth Australia. I was surprised to see changes in the village when I returned in 1996 for a holiday, I still have many friends and relatives in the area, and it was nice to come across this website. I shall now look forward to checking the discussion board out regularly.
 Steve Williams, Australia <sgw@wanet.com.au>
Friday, February 23, 2001 at 11:04:15

I am seeking information with regard to Pears Soap
Christmas annuals and prints circa 1900.
Robin Watson <robinwatson@btinternet.com>
Friday, February 16, 2001 at 19:13:13

Hi Patricia, try www.ukupdate.net and go to family and friends,then old school pals, you will see Church Drive listed! Good luck finding pals and family.
Barbara Hall <daddycool2@prodigy.net>
valencia, california, usa,Tuesday, February 13, 2001 at 18:04:28

Hello, Port Sunlight I was born in 1939 & lived at 22,Queen Mary's Drive. My maternal grandfather(William Pritchard) was the butcher/manager at Macfisheries in the village at the time.My mothers name was Elsie my father Ernest Tarr I would love to contact any and all friends from Church Drive School and/or family friends.Enjoyed the Site so much and will return often!
Patricia A. Pirrie (nee) Tarr <panda@aol.com>
Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 16:59:27

Are there any former members of Port Sunlight Rugby Club out there?If so we would like to hear from you,visit our web site you'll find it on any of the search engines.We're very proud of our site so anyone wanting a good laugh and a good read please visit our site and if in the area on a Saturday during the season drop in for a pint Cheers
John Kelly <kelltheblue@aol.com>
Port Sunlight RFC Wed Jan 3, 2001 at 00:45:12

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