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St George's Hall -Liverpool, the finest neo-classical building in Europe, was designed by Harvey Lonsdale Elmes. Building commenced in 1842, opening in September 1854. With its splendid chandeliers and gilded plasterwork, it is one of the best assembly halls in Britain. An estimated 30,000 encaustic tiles by the fabulous 'Minton' decorate the fantastic central sunken section and the outside border. The difference in wear between the two sections is due to the decision taken in 1860 to cover the central well with a wooden floor to provide a more suitable surface for dancing. The Hall commands a magnificent position, overlooking Lime Street, St Johns Lane and Gardens. Completed in 1854, St George's Hall represents the prosperity of Liverpool in the 19th century. A regular visitor to the hall was Charles Dickens who held many of his readings in the 'Small Concert Hall'.
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