00:00He was very good at standing still and munching shoots off trees, but when he tried to run around, he
00:05buckled at his knees.
00:06Her Majesty the Queen has visited Spellow Community Hub and Library in Walton to learn more about how the community
00:13came together following the riots two years ago.
00:15The vandalism in August 2024 caused extensive fire and water damage, prompting widespread public outrage.
00:22It came just a year after the building had been refurbished using funding from Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor Steve
00:29Rotherham's Town Centre Fund.
00:31The library was set alight during disorder on County Road after the Southport stabbings.
00:36Before reopening, it was repaired and restocked with books.
00:39A fundraiser started by Alex McCormick aimed for £500 but raised £250,000.
00:46During her visit, Camilla unveiled a plaque and joined assistant Sean McAvoy reading Giraffes Can't Dance to School Children.
00:55She helped pupils, watched a chess lesson and spoke with police and first responders about their role during the disorder
01:03and damage left behind.
01:05Children's author Frank Cottrell-Boyce read a poem before the plaque was unveiled.
01:10He said the community wanted the restored facility to keep its original Spellow name.
01:14Metro Mayor Steve Rotherham described the hub as an example of resilience, reflecting real local community strength.
01:22Liverpool City Council Leader Liam Robinson said it was an honour to show the Queen around the library and hub.
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