Rosebank

Rosebank is a Victorian house on Speed Street displaying Italianate architecture with a prominent tower, neoclassical details, and rendered brickwork dating from 1882. The two-story residence was built with high-quality materials including marble features and ornate timber detailing throughout.

Architect Varney Parkes designed the building in 1882 for his wife Mary Cameron Murray as a Victorian residence. In 1929 it became Queens College and operated as a boarding school until 1957.

The rooms feature tall decorated ceilings with detailed plasterwork, ceiling ornaments, and marble fireplaces that reflect the craftsmanship valued during the Victorian era. These interior elements show how residents displayed wealth and taste through fine finishes.

The building is visible from the street, but interior access may be limited since it is protected heritage property managed by Liverpool City Council. Visitors should check ahead for current access conditions, as maintenance work can affect whether you can view inside.

The grounds contain original Victorian plantings with mature Bunya Pines, representing one of the few surviving examples of period garden design in the area. These long-established trees show what Victorian-era landscaping choices actually looked like.