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Built for soap factory workers in 1888. An inspiring place to live, work and visit today.

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Welcome <br /> to Port <br /> Sunlight

it all began with a bar of soap…

Port Sunlight was founded by ‘Soap King’ William Lever in 1888 to create a healthy and beautiful place to live for the workers at the Lever Brothers’ soap factory.

Today the village is home to a fascinating museum, beautiful architecture, a world-class art gallery, stunning parkland and a thriving community.

Discover Port Sunlight’s story

it all began with a bar of soap.

Port Sunlight was founded by ‘Soap King’ William Lever in 1888 to create a healthy and beautiful place to live for the workers at the Lever Brothers’ soap factory.

Discover Port Sunlight’s story

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Port Sunlight recognised as one of the best places in the UK for schools and education groups to visit

Our learning programme has been recognised with a prestigious Sandford Award, a national award recognising excellence in heritage education.

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Heritage Highlights Lunchtime Talks at Port Sunlight Museum

Discover more of Port Sunlight’s remarkable past with our series of bite‑sized lunchtime talks designed to fit perfectly into your day.

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Statement regarding 15 Bolton Road, Port Sunlight

Port Sunlight Village Trust has taken the decision to sell one of our residential properties, 15 Bolton Road.

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Port Sunlight Village Trust takes over ownership of village’s historic Bridge Inn pub

A historic pub in the Wirral village of Port Sunlight has been acquired by Port Sunlight Village Trust, safeguarding the future of one of the village’s most recognisable buildings while benefitting both the community and visitors alike.  Previously owned by a private property business and leased to national…

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