03/06/2026
Happy Anniversary to Liverpool FC! 🎉❤️
Did you know on 3 June 1892, local businessman John Houlding founded Liverpool FC also served as Liverpool’s 6th Lord Mayor (1897-98). Over the years, Liverpool’s City Halls have been deeply tied to the club’s history, hosting celebrations, tributes, and moments of honour.
🏆 Freedom of Liverpool has been awarded to legends like Bob Paisley, Kenny Dalglish, Jürgen Klopp & Steven Gerrard.
🔴 Bill Shankly famously stood on St George’s Hall steps in 1971, addressing thousands of Liverpool fans.
💛 The 97 Hillsborough victims were awarded the Freedom of Liverpool, with St George’s Hall’s Plateau hosting a historic commemorative service in 2016.
⚽️ In 2005, Liverpool’s Champions League parade centred around St George’s Hall, where the famous “Champions League Roof” photo was captured.
Football runs through the veins of this city - and Liverpool City Halls have stood witness to it all. Read our blog: https://liverpoolcityhalls.co.uk/liverpool-fc-liverpool-city-halls/