As the end of another year draws near, it is pretty easy to feel nostalgic about years gone by and remember life as it was back in the day.
One part of Merseyside that continues to change is the Wirral, with new homes being built and major redevelopments being planned around the peninsula.
Just over the water from Liverpool, the Wirral has seen many historical events, including Britain’s bloodiest battle and the first gunfire in World War 1. But, the area is considered to be one of the happiest places to live in the whole of the North West, with beautiful lakes, coastal walks and views.
We have created a gallery of Wirral back in the day, with images dating back 100 years showing how much the beautiful area has changed - and what life used to be like.
5. Wirral over the years
Two workmen stand framed in the entrance to the nearly-completed Mersey Tunnel in April, 1934. Image: Fox Photos/Getty Images | Getty Images
6. Wirral over the years
A group of women from Birkenhead attend a keep-fit class in Wallasey, run for office girls and wives - 1936. Image: Nick Yapp/Fox Photos/Getty Images | Getty Images
7. Wirral over the years
A liner nears completion at the Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead, 1936. Image: Nick Yapp/Fox Photos/Getty Images | Getty Images
8. Wirral over the years
A section of the crowd which gathered to watch the launching of the liner, the Mauretania, at Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead, July 1938. Image: Keystone/Getty Images | Getty Images