qualitative

Question 1

Poems

Answer 1

There have been a few poems written about New Brighton itself or from poets and authors that are located in the area of New brighton.
One of these poems being ‘The River Mersey and The Black Pearl New Brighton’ which was written by Thomas Mansfield and released in 2015.
Thomas Mansfield has written multiple poems focusing on the nature of New Brighton, some of these being:
- The Black Pearl Poem
- Black Pearl Pirate Ship versus Hurricane Bertha

Question 2

Literature

Answer 2

The author, Tony Franks-Buckley, has written 3 books that capture the history of New Brighton, more specifically the pirates and smugglers that were known in New Brighton during the 19th Century.
The three books in his collection: 
- New Brighton, A Victorian Seaside
- Wallasey Days Gone By
- Around Wallasey and New Brighton

All three of these books were released in 2012 and all focus on New Brighton from the 19th to the 21st century.

Question 3

Travel writing

Answer 3

VisitWirral describes New Brighton as a ‘thriving seaside town’ that is known for walking, water sports, cyclists and families. It has attractions such as an arcade, a cinema, a theatre and a marine lake. Another main attraction is the extensive beach, with a Victorian era lighthouse and fort perch rock.

Other walking attractions include the mermaid trail and the street art trail. Reviews of the mermaid trail say that it is ‘detailed and photogenic’ and ‘adds to the joy of wandering round this seaside resort’.

Question 4

Art

Answer 4

New Brighton Street Art
Centered around Victoria Road
Started in 2018
Led by Rockpoint Leisure
Over 20 pieces have been created from pieces by local artists to international artists
Many of the murals have a story to tell for example MUG’s portrait of Mike Jones celebrates 40 years with the RNLI whilst also recognising that great institution
Adds a bit of vibrance to the seaside town