An online lecture by Tom Stapledon
The Mad Moles of Edge Hill past and present
The strange underground world of Joseph Williamson and the work of The Friends of The Williamson’s Tunnels in uncovering it over 25 years
The Williamson Tunnels are a series of extensive subterranean excavations, of unknown purpose, in the Edge Hill area of Liverpool, England. They are thought to have been created under the direction of tobacco merchant, landowner and philanthropist Joseph Williamson between 1810 and 1840. Although popularly described as “tunnels”, the majority comprise brick or stone vaulting over excavations in the underlying sandstone. The purpose of the works remains unclear and remains a subject of heavy speculation; suggestions include commercial quarrying, a philanthropic desire to provide employment, and Williamson’s own eccentric interests.
Booking is required before 4pm on 2 June. The talk will be presented using Zoom. You will receive an email invitation to join a Zoom meeting just after 4pm on 7 April.
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