Loyola Hall

Loyola Hall is a classical mansion in Rainhill with symmetrical facades and elegantly proportioned windows that reflect its Georgian heritage. The building was later expanded with modern additions to accommodate its expanded use as a religious center.

The mansion was built in 1824 for the Bretherton family and kept its original name until the Jesuits acquired it in 1923. The religious order transformed the house into a center for spiritual retreats and training programs.

The space served as a spiritual retreat center where visitors came for deep personal renewal and religious training in the Ignatian tradition. The building's layout and rooms still reflect this purpose of creating spaces for quiet reflection.

The building sits on Warrington Road next to St. Bartholomew's Church and is easy to locate. The surrounding grounds are relatively flat and accessible, making visits straightforward and comfortable.

The building hosted the North Korean national football team during the 1966 FIFA World Cup, an unexpected chapter in its history. The team encountered a religious and cultural environment that was entirely foreign to their experience.

Location: Rainhill

Inception: 1824

GPS coordinates: 53.40972,-2.75187

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:57