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PLACENAME: Crocstad (first mentioned 1257). Crōc's landing place. From Old Norse 'Crōc' and 'stoō' or Old English 'stæþ'. Croxstath 1297.
Croxteth Hall (post medieval). The western half of the south wing is late 16th century, though much of this is concealed by later additions. The west wing was added between 1702 and 1714 (listed Grade II*). Image courtesy of Liverpool Record Office. 
Croxteth Park was first mentioned in 1228, and was originally a deer park. The present form dates mainly from the 19th century. It is now listed on the national Register of Historic Parks and Gardens. Image courtesy of Liverpool Record Office. 
A series of flint scatters, probably mesolithic (middle stone age), has been located during field walking and excavation in the area of Stand Farm. This evidence suggests early occupation in the area. Back to the top | Back up to Central Liverpool | Back up to Merseyside |
