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1. Other than Ellesmere port where are the pillars that were salvaged from Hooton Hall?

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The correct answer is Portmeirion. Portmeirion is the location where the pillars salvaged from Hooton Hall can be found.

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2. In the 1950's/60's the Ellesmere Port Council had plans to build how many multi-storey carparks

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In the 1950s/60s, the Ellesmere Port Council had plans to build two multi-storey car parks.

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3.  Whitby Road was once called something else, what was it?

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Whitby Road was once called Marsh Lane.

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4.  When did the flour mills burn down?

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The flour mills burned down in 1970.

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5.  What was the Sportsmans pub first called?

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The Sportsmans pub was originally called Dog and Partridge.

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6. What year did Rivacre baths open?

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In this question, the correct answer is 1934. This means that Rivacre baths opened in the year 1934.

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7.  What was the name of the sweet shop at the corner of Enfield Road and Oldfield Road?

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The correct answer is Edie Shones. This suggests that the sweet shop at the corner of Enfield Road and Oldfield Road was named Edie Shones.

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8.  What year did the construction of Bowaters begin?

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The correct answer is 1927. This means that the construction of Bowaters began in the year 1927.

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9.  All the Ellesmere Port Mayors have there photo taken for display inside the Civic Hall. One Mayor's photo wasnt taken,Why?

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The reason why one Mayor's photo wasn't taken is because he wore an earring. It is likely that there was a requirement or tradition for the Mayors to not wear any jewelry or accessories, and this particular Mayor violated that rule by wearing an earring. As a result, his photo was not taken and displayed inside the Civic Hall like the other Mayors.

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10. What or who were the Wirral Harriers?

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The Wirral Harriers were a hunting group. Hunting groups, like the Wirral Harriers, typically consist of individuals who engage in the activity of hunting animals, usually with the assistance of trained hunting dogs. These groups often follow a set of rules and regulations to ensure ethical and responsible hunting practices.

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11. What year did the first Bus service between Ellesmere Port and Chester start?

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The first bus service between Ellesmere Port and Chester started in 1919.

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12. What year did the Luftwaffe drop bombs on the William Stockton School  

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On 5th September 1940, the Luftwaffe dropped bombs on the William Stockton School. This date is significant because it marks the day when the school was targeted and attacked during World War II.

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Other than Ellesmere port where are the pillars that were salvaged...
In the 1950's/60's the Ellesmere Port Council had plans to...
 Whitby Road was once called something else, what was it?
 When did the flour mills burn down?
 What was the Sportsmans pub first called?
What year did Rivacre baths open?
 What was the name of the sweet shop at the corner of Enfield...
 What year did the construction of Bowaters begin?
 All the Ellesmere Port Mayors have there photo taken for display...
What or who were the Wirral Harriers?
What year did the first Bus service between Ellesmere Port and Chester...
What year did the Luftwaffe drop bombs on the William Stockton School...
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