Liverpool Woolton Hall Fire Destroys Historic Building, Police Warn Public of Danger

Woolton Hall, a historic Grade I-listed building in Liverpool dating back to 1704, was severely damaged by a major fire in August, resulting in the roof collapsing and extensive destruction throughout the site. Despite temporary fencing and ground-level security, there have been multiple reports of youths entering the unsafe, derelict property, prompting Merseyside Police to warn of serious injury risks and potential criminal consequences. A 14-year-old girl arrested on suspicion of arson related to the fire remains on conditional bail as investigations continue. Police and Liverpool City Council are actively working with building owners to secure the site and discourage unauthorized access, emphasizing the dangers posed by unstable floors, damaged beams, exposed wiring, and rubble. Authorities urge parents and guardians to keep children away from the premises for their safety and to report any trespassing incidents. The fire has devastated a building with a rich history, once serving as a manor, school, and army hospital, now left in ruins and declared an "immediate risk" by Historic England in 2021.