12 famous faces who were born and brought up in Birkenhead, including Sam Quek and Taron Egerton

From Oscar winners and musicians to Olympians and record goalscorers - we've picked out some of the most successful individuals from Birkenhead.

Birkenhead is famous having the oldest standing building in Merseyside, establishing the now famous Mersey Ferry back in the 12th century, the beautiful ‘People’s Garden’ that is Birkenhead Park and for being on ‘the other side of the water’ (depending on your perspective).

But did you know the Wirral town has produced pioneering mountaineers, Oscar winning actresses, music stars, gold-medal winning Olympians, record-breakers and Turner Prize winners?

Here we take a look at 12 household names and successful celebrities that were born or raised in Birkenhead - from Paul O'Grady to Sam Quek.

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