Sessions House is a Grade II* listed building in the Liverpool local planning authority area, England. First listed on 14 March 1975. A 19th century Courthouse. 1 related planning application.

Sessions House

WRENN ID: peeling-frieze-ivory
Grade: II*
Local Planning Authority: Liverpool
Country: England
Date first listed: 14 March 1975
Type: Courthouse
Period: 19th century
Source: Historic England listing

Description

SJ 3590 NW WILLIAM BROWN STREET L1

50/1359 Sessions House

14.3.75. G.V. II*

Courthouse. 1882-4. F. and G. Holme. Ashlar, with granite base. One storey with basement, 5 bays. Rusticated basement, windows with architraves and pediments on consoles. Composite portico of 8 paired columns, frieze bears inscription "COUNTY SESSIONS HOUSE" in plain capitals, Lancaster Arms in tympanum. Round-arched windows with Ionic angle pilaster, carved spandrels and panels over. Entrance with architrave and entablature, window above with atlantes. Side facades have similar treatment for 5 bays, then plainer yellow brick and stone. High, enriched parapet. 4 single columns on side elevation, and coupled pilasters. Interior staircase hall with saucer domes. Balustraded wall and iron gates. 2 stacks with moulded caps.

Listing NGR: SJ3502290816

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