Grade II listed visionary art environment created by Ron Gittins (1939 – 2019). Ron’s Place is currently closed for restoration. Become a member on this link 👇

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We’re only posting here occasionally these days - but you can find us over on Instagram @saving_rons_place where we’re far more active
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A warm welcome awaits you at #TheCaravanGallery on our Left Bank of the Mersey Tour, 27 Oct - 3 Nov. Dates locations here, all welcome! @wirralcouncil tinyurl.com/3nkx5cpv #Wirral #Wirral2024 #photography
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Ron's Place was saved from the jaws of destruction due largey to an 11th-hr fairytale phonecall of Tamsin Wimhurst, a social historian with an eye for the unusual. Read about her role in saving not only @RonsSaving but also @davidparrhouse & @gerryspompeii bit.ly/4dZKkqw
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We’re currently closed to visitors while we carry out crucial restoration work. Follow us for updates or become a member at ronsplace.co.uk/support-us
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We’ve been overwhelmed by all your messages of congratulations since the announcement that Ron’s Place has been granted Grade II listing. If you would like to support us further you can become a @WAC_CLT member for just £1 wirralartsandculture.org/bec…
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Replying to @storedhoney
I’m delighted to play a part in the future of @RonsSaving and in @WAC_CLT’s exciting plans
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This is absolutely wonderful news. Birkenhead owes a massive debt of gratitude to @RonsSaving and @FilmMartin for all of their hard work in helping to protect this site. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-me…
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The latest @storedhoney newsletter contains a compelling account of @lcdavis first visit to Ron's Place as #LiverpoolEcho arts editor. Her article, syndicated worldwide, kickstarted our campaign in style. We're thrilled Laura has now joined the board of @WAC_CLT 😃
Step inside the incredible @RonsSaving in this week's edition, the Wirral flat that has been has been granted Grade II listing by the DCMS and @HistoricEngland Read it here: bit.ly/storedhoney050424
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And thank YOU! We 🩷 Pulp! x 🦁
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Replying to @RonsSaving @WAC_CLT
Congratulations to everyone involved. x
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Congratulations to @WAC_CLT project @RonsSaving, which has been granted Grade II listing. This unique CLT project protects the home and legacy of late local legend Ron Gittins, who secretly transformed his home into a classical villa, complete with murals birkenhead.news/grade-ii-lis…
Grade II listed status granted for 'hidden gem' Ron's Place in Oxton birkenhead.news/grade-ii-lis… @WAC_CLT @C20Society @RonsSaving @MickWhitleyMP @HistoricEngland
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5 Apr 2024
Replying to @RonsSaving @WAC_CLT
Congratulations to everyone involved. x
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Such fantastic news - Ron's Place is now Grade II listed! We're over the moon @WAC_CLT and want to thank every single person who's helped along the way. Here's to unconventional creativity. Exciting times ahead!
Ron’s Place, Birkenhead’s hidden gem of Outsider Art, has been granted Grade II listing by @DCMS on our advice. 👏 Ron's art was concealed for over 30 years within an unassuming Victorian semi-detached villa. Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/RonsPlaceListed
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Ron’s Place, Birkenhead’s hidden gem of Outsider Art, has been granted Grade II listing by @DCMS on our advice. 👏 Ron's art was concealed for over 30 years within an unassuming Victorian semi-detached villa. Find out more ➡️ bit.ly/RonsPlaceListed
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The fireplaces are among the most popular attractions of the Villa Della Torre in Fumane, Italy. This demon-form fireplace is known as the “hellmouth” and was designed by Venetian architect Michele Sanmicheli, who collaborated with Giulio Romano on the design of the villa, c1550.
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We're made up at #RonsPlace to be included in the latest @NML_Muse podcast, and in such great company too. Nice one @FilmMartin! 🦁
The @NML_Muse podcast looks at the people, places and moments that make Liverpool what it is. Hear about local spots like @RonsSaving, go behind the scenes with the @JMPaintingPrize team, and more. Listen from 1 Feb liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/podc… Illustrations by @Sketchstance
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Last week we were thrilled to welcome the Advisory Team from @HistoricEngland following our Listing application. @FilmMartin explained the significance of #RonsPlace in the wider context of #OutsiderArt. Fingers crossed for a positive outcome! tinyurl.com/yxw3yzps
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Today is Blue Monday (not named after the legendary New Order song), it is referred to as the “saddest” day of the year. Head to our Patreon for our free article on Blue Monday and the positive effect of art!
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Happy Christmas from the team at Ron’s Place! This lovely Christmas Card art showing one of Ron’s lost columns was made by our resident heritage and architectural consultant Bernadette ! Happy Holidays 😁❄️🎄
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We're making collaged cards and deccies #InspiredByRonsPlace at today's eco-friendly festivities @williamsonart . Come and join us!
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