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Overview

Runcorn New Town's Shopping City - Walking Tour

Runcorn New Town's Shopping City

Runcorn New Town was designated in 1964 with 'Shopping City' developed at its heart in the mid-1970's, described as the largest covered shopping centre in Europe at the time. It was hugely successful to begin with, but the complex has experienced changing fortunes in recent years which reflect wider retail and societal behaviour changes.

The event will consider its future and its relationship with the rest of the New Town area including the innovative 'Runcorn Busway' around which the 'new town' was built. Following presentations, the event will include a guided tour of Shopping City and its setting.

Please meet 15 minutes before the tour is due to start

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Access Information:

The route is generally accessible but does include some steps and stairs owing to changes of level across the complex / site, which may not be suitable for some. Attendees should wear suitable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather conditions.

Attendees should provide their own refreshments or otherwise purchase locally before and/or after the event.

Please contact hello@laf-uk.com if you have limited mobility or if you have any accessibility concerns or queries.

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Event Details:

12:45 - Meet at Halton Lea Library meeting room

13:00 - Tour starts

15:00 - Tour ends

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Location:

Halton Lea Library meeting room,

Second Ave,

Palacefields,

Runcorn

WA7 2PF