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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 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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Statement regarding a potential data breach of Beacon CRM

Port Sunlight Village Trust has been informed of a potential data security incident affecting our CRM database provider, Beacon, which we use to manage our donors and supporters. On Monday 3 August, Beacon notified us…

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Opportunity: Project team to support remedial roof works at the Lyceum, Port Sunlight

We’re seeking to commission a consultant or group of consultants to develop detailed proposals for a number of garage sites in Port Sunlight.

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Introducing our refreshed brand for Port Sunlight Village Trust

Learn about our new identity, designed to help people connect with Port Sunlight Village Trust and this special village we care for.

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