Ordinary side street in the heart of Bootle hides a bleak history Many locals remain unaware of the dark past of Surrey Street 10:15, 3 APR 2021 Updated Surrey Street in Bootle which has a bleak history. The side street is pictured as it now looks (Image: Liverpool Echo) Nestled in the heart of Bootle is a side street which appears to be normal enough at first glance but in fact has a bleak, often forgotten history. Surrey Street, off Hawthorne Road has a chippy and a pub around the corner, making it seem almost like any other typical street. But the truth is that Surrey Street is now a cul-de-sac for a bleak reason, with many locals unaware of its place in history.