Speaker: Adam Parkes
A presentation of how the drainage of Liverpool has changed and evolved as the city has grown relating this to current challenges.
The history of water courses and drainage in Liverpool by Adam Parkes
Join us for an intriguing evening as Adam Parkes takes us on a journey through the fascinating history of water courses and drainage in Liverpool. Discover the hidden tales of how the city’s waterways have shaped its development over the years. From the iconic River Mersey to the intricate network of canals and drains, explore the importance of these water courses in Liverpool’s growth as a bustling port city. This in-person event promises to be an engaging and eye-opening experience for history enthusiasts and curious minds alike. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to delve into Liverpool’s watery past!
About our speaker:
Adam is an Associate Director and Head of Discipline for Hydrology at Jacobs, one of the worlds largest engineering consultancies and leading provider of flood risk management services in the UK. Adam grew up near Bristol before attending the University of Liverpool to study earth sciences and latterly water resource and flood risk management. After graduation, Adam worked in a variety of roles around the UK before returning to Liverpool in 2010 and now lives in Calderstones.
Adam’s professional focus is on flood risk management in the UK and further afield, including hydrology, computational hydraulic modelling, flood forecasting and flood risk management scheme development. Adam has works extensively with the Environment Agency, United Utilities and local authorities across the north west, providing detailed knowledge of water and flood risk issues in the region, combined with an interest in local history
