Saving Hartley's Village Before It's Lost | Liverpool News

Hartley’s Village, a historic model community near Liverpool built a century ago for jam factory workers, is on the brink of disappearing — but its residents are fighting back with a bold restoration plan. Named after jam ingredients like Sugar Street and Cherry Avenue, this Victorian gem has seen parts vanish since the factory closed in the 60s, including Hartley’s own home. Now, through their residents’ association, they’re rallying to revive the village’s charm — from repaving roads and installing vintage streetlights to restoring green spaces and removing illegal fencing from a once-vibrant communal square. With strict conservation rules and no council funding, they’re crowdfunding to save it from decay, turning this heritage site into a living museum — and a blueprint for other communities. Time is running out, but their determination could ensure this unique slice of philanthropic history endures for generations. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b89f27e1b7ea1094