SavingRonsPlace

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 👇

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

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

[The Caravan Gallery @caravangallery]

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 https://t.co/pmqvknMspI
#Wirral #Wirral2024 #photography

[Martin Wallace @FilmMartin]

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
https://t.co/lT2YtGFOs7

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

We’re currently closed to visitors while we carry out crucial restoration work. Follow us for updates or become a member at https://t.co/5ntKGpRwJb

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

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 https://t.co/9tdQtopWa3

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

@denisecourcoux Thank you Denise

[Laura Davis @lcdavis]

@RonsSaving @storedhoney @WAC_CLT I’m delighted to play a part in the future of @RonsSaving and in @WAC_CLT’s exciting plans

[Mick Whitley @MickWhitleyMP]

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.

https://t.co/z16SdyC8EP

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

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 😃

[storedhoney @storedhoney]

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: https://t.co/TfHz2IeLdp

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

And thank YOU! We 🩷 Pulp! x 🦁

[Pulp @welovepulp]

@RonsSaving @WAC_CLT Congratulations to everyone involved. x

[Community Land Trust Network @CommLandTrusts]

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 https://t.co/de40Nxsy3q

[Pulp @welovepulp]

@RonsSaving @WAC_CLT Congratulations to everyone involved. x

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

@GabyLees So sorry to hear your news Gaby. What a gorgeous picture. Sending love and hugs xx

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

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!

[Historic England @HistoricEngland]

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 ➡️ https://t.co/RMqvJC3t11

[Historic England @HistoricEngland]

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 ➡️ https://t.co/RMqvJC3t11

[MaaikeDx 🖌 @RembrandtsRoom]

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.

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

We're made up at #RonsPlace to be included in the latest @NML_Muse podcast, and in such great company too. Nice one @FilmMartin! 🦁

[Walker Art Gallery @walkergallery]

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 https://t.co/tLNZTmXLKk

Illustrations by @Sketchstance

[WIrral Arts and Culture Community Land Trust @WAC_CLT]

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!
https://t.co/qIMOOOJlJA

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

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!

[SavingRonsPlace @RonsSaving]

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 😁❄️🎄