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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
Welcome
Nestling between the River mersey and the Dee
in North West england, Wirral is a beautiful
peninsula boasting 35 miles of stunning
coastline and acres of rolling lush countryside.
It constantly surprises and delights as the
visitor uncovers more and more of its charms.
Perhaps the biggest
surprise of all is the sheer
diversity of attractions
on offer within an area
roughly only 15 miles
long and 7 miles wide.
Ranging from those of
international and national
standing to those that are
much smaller and often
more hidden away, and
offering something for all
ages, tastes and pockets,
there really is something
for everyone.
Wirral is simply bursting
with exciting and unique
attractions just waiting
for you to come and
explore. Come soon
and discover its many
delights for yourself !
Key facilities
Toilets
Disabled Access
Parking
Café
Baby Changing
facilities
Visitor Centre
Shop
No Dogs
Cycle Parking
Petrol Station
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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
What’s INsIDe?
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Internationally renowned parks, award
winning gardens and garden centres that
will provide enjoyment and inspirational
ideas await you on our beautiful peninsula.
cultuRe & heRItage p9/14
One of Britain’s most unique model villages,
an attraction immortalised in song and the
Liverpool city region’s oldest standing
building... and these are just for starters!
actIve leIsuRe
p15/18
Challenge yourself to the world’s 18
greatest golf holes on a small scale, take to
the water and learn new skills or enjoy
nature’s bounty at the local RSPB reserve.
There is plenty to keep you active in Wirral.
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Whatever their ages, Wirral attractions
provide something for all the family to
enjoy and participate in. Seaside or rural,
traditional or new? The choice is yours.
shoppINg &
eNteRtaINmeNt
p24/28
Town centre or eclectic, out of town
shopping in rural surroundings, state of
the art cinema and a traditional theatre
reinvented for 21st century audiences,
Wirral has it all.
culture & heritage
map
how to get there
plan your stay
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paRKs & gaRDeNs
Birkenhead park
1
Birkenhead Park Visitor Centre,
Park Drive, Birkenhead ch41 4hy
( 0151 652 5197
the world’s first publicly funded park,
designed in 1847 by Joseph paxton with
the aim of creating a park for the people.
The importance of its landscape and historic buildings
were recognised when it was designated a Grade I
Historic Park in 1995. Wirral’s flagship park hosts
a varied programme of events and exhibitions.
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Daily from dawn to dusk
Visitor Centre open daily
9.30am - 4.30pm
Closed 25 & 26 December
and 1 January
FREE ENTRY
Nearest railway station:
Birkenhead park
birkenheadpark@wirral.gov.uk
visitwirral.com
/wirralcouncil
@BirkenheadPark1
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carr farm garden centre
2
Carr Farm Garden Centre, Birkenhead
Road, Meols ch47 9Re
( 0151 632 1457
New for 2016 - 6,500sq ft all weather
covered plant area. visit the animals at
forget me Not farm and the new café
and shops in the courtyard.
All the plants and gardening essentials you need as
well as gifts and accessories for your home and garden.
A unique, relaxing shopping experience with plenty of
free parking. A garden centre plus a lot more; with pets,
aquatics, clothing and shoes there's plenty
to see all year round.
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Garden Centre Mon to Sat
8.30am - 5.30pm
Sun 10am - 4pm (browsing
from 9.30) and Atrium
Restaurant open from 9 daily
(order up to 1/2hr before
centre closes) Courtyard (café
& shops) and Forget Me Not
Farm visit daily 10am - 4pm.
See Facebook for late
openings/events.
FREE ENTRY
Nearest railway station:
meols
info@carrfarmgardencentre.co.uk
carrfarmgardencentre.co.uk
/Carr-Farm-Garden-Centre/110281105729608
CarrFarm1982
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paRKs & gaRDeNs
gordale garden and
home centre
3
Chester High Road, Burton, South Wirral, Cheshire
ch64 8tf
( 0151 336 2116
an award-winning destination garden and
home retail store set in 15 glorious acres.
Here you’ll find:
• Coffee Shop & Food Hall
• 4 acre outdoor plant area
& indoor plants
• Garden & indoor furniture
• Garden accessories
& sundries
• Homewares, gifts
& accessories
• Clothing & footwear
• Outdoor play areas &
picturesque grounds
• Year-round activities for all
A visit to Gordale is always
a lovely idea.
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Mon to Sat 9am - 6pm
(See website for late night
opening times/dates)
Sunday:
Coffee Shop 10am-5pm
Store 10.30am-5pm
Closed Easter Sunday,
Christmas Day &
Boxing Day.
FREE ENTRY
Nearest railway station:
hooton or Neston
admin@gordale.co.uk
gordale.co.uk
/Gordale.Garden.Centre
@GordaleNursery
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paRKs & gaRDeNs
Ness Botanic gardens
4
Ness Botanic Gardens, Neston Road, Ness
ch64 4ay
( 0151 795 6300
Discover an oasis of rare and beautiful
plants housed in 64 acres of spectacular
botanic gardens.
Open all year round, the garden calendar begins with
snowdrop displays and continues into Spring with
camellias, rhododendrons and magnolias. From early
Summer, the vegetable garden and herbaceous borders
burst into life, while Autumn brings fabulous berries
and colour from the garden’s varied collections of trees.
So whether you’re looking
for a great day out or you’d
like to get involved in the
packed programme of events,
Ness has something for
everyone.
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Open 7 days a week (except
for Christmas Holidays).
Please see our website for
more details.
Admission charges apply.
Nearest railway station:
Neston or hooton
Bus 487 from Liverpool direct.
Free parking for the visitors.
nessgdns@liv.ac.uk
nessgardens.org.uk
Ness Botanic Gardens
@Ness_Gardens
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port sunlight garden centre
5
Port Sunlight Garden Centre,
The Causeway, Port Sunlight ch62 5Dy
( 0151 645 6244
for all your gardening supplies, indoor and
outdoor plants and a selection of indoor
homewares, come along and pay us a visit.
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of
Port Sunlight, we are a garden centre for gardeners
but with a touch of home. Whilst here, enjoy a snack
or lunch in the popular Sun Lounge Café.
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Monday to Saturday
9am - 5.30pm
Sunday 10.30am - 4.30pm
Sun Lounge Café closes
30 minutes before the
garden centre.
Nearest railway station:
port sunlight
info@portsunlightgardens.co.uk
portsunlightgardens.co.uk
/Port-Sunlight-Garden-Centre/150129358374728
@PSGC2
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port sunlight River park
6
Dock Road North, Bromborough ch62 4tQ
( 01925 852005
( 0151 643 1359 (Garden Centre)
visitors can look at the magnificent views;
watch ships on the mersey, enjoy a spot of
birdwatching, see the sculptures, picnic,
cycle or take part in the geocache trail.
A 30 hectare, stunning green space of park and wetland
reclaimed from a former landfill site with a 37m high hill
offering unrivalled views. With nearly 3 miles of footpaths
to enjoy and its own cycle hub the park is a great family
day out.
Nearby, is Bromborough Pool
Garden Centre which lies at
the heart of this historic
village. Onsite café and retail
shop and wide variety of
seasonal bedding plants,
shrubs, and accessories.
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
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PSRP is open daily from dawn
to dusk. Garden Centre:
Summer: April to Sept 9am 6pm. Winter:
Oct to Mar 9am - 5pm.
Weekends: Sat 10am - 6pm Sun
10am - 4pm.
Nearest railway station:
port sunlight
portsunlightriverpark@thelandtrust.org.uk
portsunlightriverpark.com
/PSRiverPark
@PSRiverPark
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Birkenhead priory
7
Church Street, Birkenhead (car park)
Priory Street, Birkenhead (pedestrian entrance)
( 0151 666 1249 / 652 4177 (for information)
home to the oldest building still in use
in the liverpool city region, the priory
provides an oasis of calm in what is now
an industrial setting.
Find out about the early history of Birkenhead and
how the area has changed, and the life of cadets from
HMS Conway that was moored in the river nearby.
Climb the 101 steps of St Mary’s Tower to see the
best views over the River Mersey, Cammell Laird and
the town.
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(Summer) Weekends
10am - 5pm
Wednesday to Friday
1pm - 5pm
(Winter closure at 4pm)
Closed Monday, Tuesday
and Bank Holidays
and between Christmas
and New Year
FREE ENTRY
Nearest railway station:
hamilton square
Please note: Disabled
access is limited
within Priory.
birkenheadpriory@wirral.gov.uk
thebirkenheadpriory.org
/birkenheadpriory
_Wirral
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lady lever art gallery
8
Lady Lever Art Gallery, Port Sunlight Village
ch62 5eQ
( 0151 478 4136 / 478 4788 (group bookings)
lady lever art gallery houses one of
the uK's finest collections of fine and
decorative art including paintings by
turner, Romney, gainsborough and the
pre-Raphaelite brotherhood.
Explore more than 1,500 objects from Lord
Leverhulme’s collection in the newly refurbished South
End galleries, including the restored Napoleon Room
and the world’s finest collection of Wedgwood
jasperware.
With gallery trails, the
Activity Rooms, new
interactive displays, a shop
and café the Gallery has
something for everyone.
© Mark Mc
Nulty
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Open daily 10am - 5pm
Closed 25, 26 December
& 1 January
FREE ENTRY
© Fotog rafy
Nearest railway station:
Bebington
© Mark Mc
Nulty
ladylever@liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ladylever
/ladyleverartgallery
leverartgallery
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cultuRe & heRItage
mersey ferries
9
Seacombe Ferry, Victoria Place,
Seacombe Promenade, Wallasey ch44 6Qy
Woodside Ferry, Woodside, Birkenhead ch41 6Du
( 0151 330 1444
san francisco has its cable cars, New york
has its yellow cabs and liverpool has its
world famous mersey ferries.
There’s no better way to experience Wirral than from
the deck of a famous Mersey Ferry. River Explorer
Cruises run all year-round and offer spectacular
waterfront views. Cruise tickets now include free
admission to U-boat Story at Woodside.
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Ferries sail regularly from
Woodside, Seacombe and
Liverpool Pier Head
terminals. Please visit
our website or call for
further timetable
information and prices.
Nearest railway station:
hamilton square for
Woodside Ferry Terminal
James street for Pier
Head Terminal, Liverpool
merseyferries.co.uk
/merseyferries
@MerseyFerries
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cultuRe & heRItage
port sunlight village trust
museum & garden village
10
23 King George’s Drive, Port Sunlight
ch62 5DX
( 0151 644 6466
port sunlight museum is part of port sunlight
village trust which is responsible for the
preservation of one of the finest surviving
examples of industrial villages in the country.
Built in 1888 by philanthropist William Hesketh Lever,
the village offers carefully planned landscapes and unique
architecture. Port Sunlight Museum’s special exhibition,
port sunlight in focus, looks at three local photographers,
Jenkins, Cotton and Davies, who
captured fascinating moments
of village life from 1896 - 1916.
Find out about the Special
Interest guided walks, tours
and self-led trails from the
museum gift shop.
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Museum - Open Daily
10am - 5pm.
Closed 25, 26 Dec & 1 Jan17.
Admission charges apply.
Museum, Gift Shop
& Tearoom open daily.
Nearest railway station:
Bebington or port sunlight
Registered Charity No. 1074713
Registered Company No. 371997
info@portsunlightvillage.com
portsunlightvillage.com
/portsunlightvillagetrust
@portsunlight
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Williamson art gallery
11
Williamson Art Gallery & Museum,
Slatey Road, Birkenhead ch43 4ue
( 0151 652 4177
the Williamson houses fantastic collections
of art and maritime history and a busy
exhibition and activity schedule.
Open since 1928 the Williamson is the home of art in
Wirral with a wide range of exhibitions and varied
collections, including Birkenhead’s own contribution
to the Arts & Crafts movement, the Della Robbia
Pottery, and ship models galore.
Try the new café and shop, stocking work by local
artists & craftspeople, and
now also a wide range of
new and secondhand books.
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Wednesday to Sunday
10am - 5pm
Closed Monday,
Tuesday and
Bank Holidays and
between Christmas
and New Year.
FREE ENTRY
Nearest railway station:
Birkenhead park
arts@williamsonartgallery.org
williamsonartgallery.org
/FriendsofWilliamson
@FriendsWAGM
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Wirral transport museum
& heritage tramway
12
1 Taylor Street, Birkenhead ch41 1Bg
( 0151 647 2128
take a ride back in time on one of our
heritage trams. let the memories of a
bygone age of classic public transport
come flooding back.
As you wander through our fascinating collection of
trams, buses, motorcycles and cycles: see the delight on
your children's faces as they gaze in wonder upon the
miniature world of our model railway while you explore
our 1930's garage scene.
There's so much to see so much to enjoy!
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
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Weekends and Bank
Holidays 1pm - 4.30pm
School Holidays:
Wednesday to Sunday
1pm - 4.30pm
Closed Christmas and
New Year.
FREE ENTRY
Half hourly tram operates
to coincide with Woodside
Mersey Ferry Service.
Nearest railway station:
hamilton square
mtpsenquiries@yahoo.co.uk
mtps.co.uk
/wirraltransportmuseum
@Visit_Wirral
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actIve leIsuRe
championship
adventure golf
13
King's Parade, New Brighton ch45 2hZ
( 0151 638 9135
championship adventure golf at
New Brighton Resort.
Voted Attraction of the Year 2014 in the Wirral Tourism
Awards and awarded a Certificate of Excellence on
TripAdvisor 2015. Our award-winning attraction
features two amazing 18 hole adventure golf courses!
Our ‘Championship’ course is inspired by some of the
world’s greatest golf holes, whilst our ‘Landmark’ course
is a tribute to Wirral’s glorious history.
Fabulous outdoor
entertainment for the entire
family. We are open year
round and floodlit!
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
For general play there is no
need to book - just turn up
and play! We do take
bookings for corporate
events and special occasions.
Plenty of free parking
adjacent.
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Opening hours vary
seasonally, so visit our
website for information.
Nearest railway station:
New Brighton (5 min walk)
info@championshipadventuregolf.com
championshipadventuregolf.com
/Championship-Adventure-Golf/156452377853621
@playminigolf
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RspB Burton mere Wetlands
14
RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, Puddington Lane,
Burton, Cheshire ch64 5sf
( 0151 353 8478
outstanding beauty, an abundance of
wildlife and a rich history combine to
offer something for everyone to enjoy in
this quiet corner of the Dee estuary.
Immerse yourself in the wetland that is home to breeding
wading birds in summer, and an array of ducks and geese in
winter. Beautiful butterflies and colourful wildflowers
decorate the nature trails, with a stunning bluebell woodland
in spring. Take part in one of our exciting events or venture
up to Burton Point for a look at
the Wirral’s only Iron Age
hillfort. Finish with a drink and
snack in our cosy reception area.
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The reserve is open every day
except Christmas Day, 9am
until dusk (up to 9pm in
summer). Our visitor reception
is open 9.30am - 5pm, Feb to
Oct, and 9.30am - 4.30pm Nov
to Jan. Free to RSPB members,
small admission charges apply
for non-members.
Nearest railway station:
Neston or hooton
Registered Charity No. 207076
deeestuary@rspb.org.uk
rspb.org.uk/deeestuary
/RSPBNorthWest
@RSPB_BurtonMere
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shore cottage studio
15
Station Road, Thurstaston
ch61 0hN
( 0151 648 6581
Join us for a creative course by the sea and
find out why we were highly commended
in liverpool city Region's small visitor
attraction of the year awards 2015.
We offer time and space to be creative from our
stunning beach front art studio, book in from two
hours to two days of tuition by our family of artists.
Choose from a wide range of courses including
photography, textiles, laser cutting and etching,
and fused glass.
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All courses and workshops
must be booked in
advance; please check
website for availability,
online secure booking and
payment, or telephone
0151 648 6581.
Workshops and courses
include all materials,
refreshments, and tuition.
Nearest railway station:
West Kirby
studio@shorecottagestudio.com
shorecottagestudio.com
/ShoreCottageStudio
@ShoreCottageArt
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Wirral sailing centre
16
South Parade, West Kirby
ch48 0Qg
( 0151 625 3292
Based at the stunning West Kirby marine
lake, the centre offers a full range of water
sport activities with courses available for all
ages and levels of experience.
This 52 acre lake is totally enclosed and mainly nontidal, making it an exceptionally safe facility and a
perfect environment for learning. An ideal place to
indulge your adventurous side, our friendly instructors
are fully qualified.
Try a three hour taster
course or a two hour voyage
of discovery on the Dee
Estuary Hilbre Explorer Boat
Trip which operate on a
6.3 metre RIB (powerboat).
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April 9am - 6pm
May 9am - 7pm
June 9am - 8pm
July to August 9am - 9pm
Sept to March 9am - 5pm
Open Mon to Sun
throughout the year.
Nearest railway station:
West Kirby
sportandrecreation@wirral.gov.uk
wirral.gov.uk/watersports
/westkirbymarinelake
@Visit_Wirral
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Brimstage maze
17
Behind Brimstage Hall, Brimstage Road,
Brimstage ch63 6Ja
( 07709 339 490
In the heart of rural Wirral, Brimstage
maze offers farmtastic fun for all the
family; and is great for children's parties.
Our indoor and outdoor play areas include a large
soft play barn, pedal go karts, outdoor laser battles,
inflatables, barrel train and crazy golf, not to mention
the giant maize maze open from July to September.
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Open school holidays and
weekends from Easter to
October from 12noon 5pm, check the website
for details.
Admission charges apply
all activities are included
in the admission charge,
check website for details.
Nearest railway station:
heswall or spital
info@brimstagemaze.co.uk
brimstagemaze.co.uk
/Maizemaze
@MaizyMooCow
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Bubbles’ World of play
18
Marine Point, Kings' Parade, New Brighton
ch45 2hZ
( 0151 691 6030
Bubbles’ World of play is the ultimate
children’s entertainment centre offering
a whole new concept of play that is both
fun, educational and fitness enhancing.
Housing the largest and most innovative play frame in
the UK. Children are encouraged to learn and explore
over 30 different countries and zones from the yellow
New York taxis in the Central Park themed baby area
to the Taj Mahal and
Great Wall of China in
the over 4’s zones.
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Open 9.30am to 6pm,
7 days a week (except
Christmas and Easter).
Nearest railway station:
New Brighton
info@bubblesworldofplay.co.uk
bubblesworldofplay.co.uk
/BubblesWorldofPlay
@BubblesPlayNB
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church farm
19
Church Lane, Thurstaston
ch61 0hW
( 0151 648 7838
meet the animals, ride on the tractor and
learn about food and farming at Wirral’s
2012 attraction of the year.
Cuddle a guinea pig, feed a goat, collect some eggs and
have a go on our new barrel train, then browse the
farm shop for home-grown vegetables and tasty treats.
Join us for our seasonal events with a difference.
Events include the Easter Egg Hunt, Santa
Experience and the
Fairytale Forest - our
newest summer event.
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Wednesday to Sunday and
Bank Holiday Mondays
10am - 5pm
Admission charges apply.
Nearest railway station:
West Kirby
thefamily@churchfarm.org.uk
churchfarm.org.uk
/Church-Farm-Wirral/321449978331
@churchfarmfun
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New palace & adventureland
20
The New Palace, Marine Promenade,
New Brighton ch45 2JX
( 0151 639 6041
every day is a fuNday at the New palace.
New Brighton’s original and all-year
indoor and outdoor family attraction.
Largest Children’s Indoor Play area in Wirral, caters
for children (toddlers to 13’s). Outdoor Funfair and
Brightspot Arcade provides FUN for the whole family.
Choice of eateries with views of Fort Perch Rock and
to Liverpool across the Mersey.
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Brightspot arcade
Open daily. Closed Christmas
Day. FREE ENTRY
adventureland
Open weekends & school
holiday’s. 5ft height
restriction applies.Children’s
ALL DAY PASS includes free
bar of rock, ride & 10% off food.
funfair
Open weekends & school
holidays. FREE ENTRY
(tokens for rides extra). See
website for dates, prices and
seasonal times.
Nearest railway station:
New Brighton
ella@wilkieleisuregroup.co.uk
wlgltd.co.uk
/newpalaceandadventureland
@Visit_Wirral
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u-boat story
21
Woodside Ferry Terminal, Woodside, Birkenhead
ch41 6Du
( 0151 330 1444
step back in time and learn the fascinating
story of WWII german submarine u-534,
one of only four remaining in the world and
the only one of its kind in the uK.
See into the cross-sectioned submarine and experience
all the drama through a highly interactive exhibition.
Free entry with River Explorer Cruise tickets.
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Open daily 10.30am until 5pm
Nearest railway station:
hamilton square
spaceport
Victoria Place, Seacombe ch44 6Qy
( 0151 330 1444
take an inspirational journey through space as
you venture through the themed galleries and
hands-on exhibits.
Experience the exciting audio visuals including a 360⁰ full
dome planetarium and Explorer 1: Space Ride. Explore
our gravity and light themed interactive zone too.
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Open Tues to Fri 10am - 3pm
Weekends and School Holidays
10am - 5pm
Nearest railway station:
James street, liverpool and
take the mersey ferry to seacombe
u-boatstory.co.uk
spaceport.co.uk
/spaceportuk
@MerseyFerries
/merseyferries
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shoppINg & eNteRtaINmeNt
Birkenhead market
22
Claughton Road, Birkenhead
ch41 2yh
( 0151 666 3194/5
Nestling in the centre of the town, the
market offers the very best of both worlds
with its spacious, modern Wirral shopping
hall and the friendly, bustling, traditional
outdoor market offering bargains and variety.
There is a balance to the range of traders and new
ones join all the time. Traders range from homemade
food & drink, local hairdressers and some of the
highest brand clothing at affordable prices. We will
always have what you are
looking for.
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Monday to Saturday
9am - 5pm
Nearest railway station:
conway park
larry@birkenheadmarket.com
birkenheadmarket.co.uk
/Birkenhead-Market/207042529318458
@WirralMarkets
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Brimstage hall courtyard
23
Brimstage Hall, Brimstage
ch63 6Ja
( 0151 336 4828
Brimstage hall and craft courtyard nestles
in the heart of rural Wirral. It is a popular
attraction featuring many interesting and
unusual shops, with the hall itself dating
back to the 12th century.
Find an abundance of gifts in a variety of eclectic
shops and visiting crafters. Whilst here, also sample
the home cooking of The Country Mouse Restaurant.
With free parking and plenty to suit all ages a visit
here will provide much
enjoyment for all.
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
opeNINg tImes
Monday to Saturday:
10am - 5pm and on
Sunday 12pm - 5pm.
At present there is no
evening opening hours.
Nearest railway station:
heswall
katy.baggott@leverhulmeestates.co.uk
brimstagehall.co.uk
/brimstagehall.courtyard
@brimstage_hall
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shoppINg & eNteRtaINmeNt
the floral pavilion theatre
24
The Floral Pavilion Theatre, New Brighton
ch45 2Js
( 0151 666 0000
a seven day a week, all year round venue
offering the best uK touring shows from
West end musicals, family shows and ballet
to comedy, drama, opera, music and the
annual International guitar festival of
great Britain every November.
A 21st century venue, the Floral Pavilion is fully
accessible, with free parking opposite and a lift to all
floors. Featuring a beautiful panoramic piano lounge with
views over Liverpool Bay and
the Grade II Listed Fort
Perch Rock. Free lunchtime
music most days.
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
opeNINg tImes
Floral Café:
Open daily from 10am. Dogs
welcome on ground floor.
Box Office:
Mon - Sat 11am - 6pm.
Sundays 12noon - 4pm.
Closed Christmas Day
and New Year’s Day
Nearest railway station:
New Brighton
floralpaviliontheatre@wirral.gov.uk
floralpavilion.com
/floral.pavilion
@FloralPavilion
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shoppINg & eNteRtaINmeNt
the light cinema
25
Marine Point, New Brighton
ch45 2hZ
( 0151 214 1370
the light cinema provides a new outlook
on how the cinema experience should be
enjoyed.
The Light is an 8 screen cinema with state of the art
digital picture and sound auditorium. Featuring the latest
in opera, ballet, theatre and pop concerts from around the
globe. See events as they happen with Light Live. This is
a programme of events broadcast live to our screens from
around the world. In high definition video with 5.1
surround sound.
Not just a cinema, but a
social hub for the whole
community.
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
opeNINg tImes
Monday 10.15am - 11pm
Tuesday to Thursday
10.15am - 11.45pm
Friday 10.15am - 2.15am
Saturday 9am - 2am
Sunday 9am - 11.45pm
Nearest railway station:
New Brighton
lightcinemas.co.uk/en/contact-us.aspx
lightcinemas.co.uk
/LightCinemas
@TheLightWirral
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shoppINg & eNteRtaINmeNt
the pyramids shopping centre
26
150 Borough Road, Birkenhead
ch41 2Ra
( 0151 666 2626
situated at the heart of Birkenhead,
pyramids shopping centre boasts over
150 stores.
Featuring an extensive range of popular high street
names including Marks & Spencer, Next, Argos, River
Island, LFC, The Perfume Shop, TJ Hughes, The
Body Shop, H. Samuel, H&M, Costa and many more.
With parking just £2 all day from Monday to
Saturday and free on Sundays; The Pyramids
Shopping Centre is the
perfect destination for all
your shopping needs.
vIsItoR INfoRmatIoN
opeNINg tImes
Monday to Thursday
9am - 5.30pm
Friday to Saturday
9am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm
Nearest railway station:
Birkenhead central
info@pyramidsbirkenhead.com
pyramidsbirkenhead.com
/pyramidsshoppingcentre
@PyramidsSC
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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
cultuRe aND heRItage
Few places have a richer or more accessible heritage.
From Saxon sites, medieval villages, maritime and
industrial history and Victorian seaside resorts Wirral has it all. Every September over 70 different
events are organised by
local people to celebrate
heritage open Days
but many heritage
buildings and sites can
be visited throughout
the year.
In addition, the
programme features
local experts who offer
a vast range of heritage
walks and talks on
subjects ranging from
Viking history,
American Civil War
links, notable
personalities,
architecture and
local history.
wirralhistoryandheritage.org.uk
eveNts
If you are looking for something to do, there is a wide
range of events and experiences to discover in Wirral
for both you and your family. The Heritage Open Days
and Walking Festival programmes are easily
downloadable from the link below.
For the full events listing, go to
visitwirral.com/whats-on
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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
IRISH
IRISH
SEA
SEA
Leasowe
Leasow
North
North
Wirral
Wirral
Coastal
Coastal
ParkPark
Leasowe
Moreton
Moreton Leasowe
Meols
Meols
22
A553
A553
Manor
Manor
Road
Road
J2 J2
Hoylake
Hoylake
Hoylake
Hoylake
A540
A540
West
West
1616Kirby
Kirby
West
West
Kirby
Kirby
Royden
Royden
ParkPark
Arrowe
Arrowe
Country
Country
ParkPark
Thurstaston
Thurstaston
Common
Common
A540
A540
RIVER
RIVER
DEE
DEE
Thurstaston
Thurstaston
1919
A5A
1515
Wirral
Wirral
Country
Country
ParkPark
1 Birkenhead Park
2 Carr Farm
Garden Centre
3 Gordale Garden
and Home Centre
13 Championship
Adventure Golf
14 RSPB Burton Mere
Wetlands
15 Shore Cottage Studio
4 Ness Botanic Gardens
16 Wirral Sailing Centre
5 Port Sunlight
17 Brimstage Maze
Garden Centre
6 Port Sunlight
River Park
7 Birkenhead Priory
8 Lady Lever
Art Gallery
9 Mersey Ferries
18 Bubbles’ World of Play
19 Church Farm
20 New Palace &
Adventureland
21 Spaceport/Uboat Story
22 Birkenhead Market
23 Brimstage Hall
10 Port Sunlight Museum
Courtyard
& Garden Village
11 Williamson Art
Gallery & Museum
12 Wirral Transport
Museum
24 Floral Pavilion Theatre
& Conference Centre
25 The Light Cinema
26 The Pyramids
Shopping Centre
30
Heswall
Heswa
P
WoNDeRs of WIRRal
24
18
13 25 20
Train route
Train station
Motorway
A-road
New Brighton
New Brighton
Wallasey
Grove
A554
Wallasey
Village
Wallasey
A551
we
J1
Seacombe
Bidston
A553
21 9
Liverpool
Birkenhead
North
Birkenhead
Park
2
A5027
1
Conway 12
Park
21
9
26 22
Birkenhead 11 Birkenhead
Upton
7
Central
Green
Lane
Tranmere
Woodside
Hamilton
Square
A41
Rock
Ferry
A552
J3
Rock Ferry
6
10
Port Sunlight
5
Bebington
M53
A551
8
RIVER
MERSEY
Port
Sunlight
Bebington
Spital
J4
23 17
Brimstage
all
Heswall
Bromborough
Rake
A41
Eastham
Country
Park
Bromborough
A540
Eastham
Eastham
Rake
J5
J6
Parkgate Neston
Hooton
Hooton
Neston
Ness
4
3
Burton
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any of this data to third parties in any form.
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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
hoW to get heRe
By RaIl
If you’re travelling to Wirral by train, the
Merseyrail network connects to the national rail
network via Liverpool Lime Street Station and
Chester Railway Station.
By RoaD
The M53 motorway forms the spine of Wirral,
running from the North to the South. All Wonders
of Wirral attractions are located off the M53.
The M53 connects to the M56, which in turn meets
the M6. Both Liverpool and Chester are around
30 minutes’ drive away, Chester via the motorway,
and Liverpool through either the Kingsway
(Wallasey), or Queensway (Birkenhead) tunnels.
A toll applies.
By feRRy
A direct cross-river service operates between
Liverpool, Birkenhead and Seacombe/Wallasey,
seven days a week.
Stena Line ferries operate a Belfast route from
Birkenhead’s Twelve Quays terminal.
For rail, bus and ferry timetables
Call Traveline on 0871 200 2233
or visit traveline.info or merseytravel.gov.uk
For national rail enquiries
Visit nationalrail.co.uk
For Stena Line ferry timetables
Visit stenaline.co.uk
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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
plaN youR stay
Whether you’re planning to come to Wirral to visit
one of our fantastic attractions featured throughout
this booklet or planning to go to one of the many
events held throughout the year, it is well worth
considering a stay.
With award-winning
accommodation and food
& drink venues in a wide
variety of settings, you can
explore Wirral to your
heart’s content from a
comfortable base while
enjoying a high quality
offer throughout your stay.
Don’t forget our awardwinning coast and
countryside too for the
keen walkers and cyclists
amongst you and also,
how convenient a base
Wirral is for visiting our
neighbours, Liverpool
and Chester.
online
For even more information about all that Wirral has
to offer, go to visitwirral.com. It’s packed with all
the information you will need to make the most out
of your stay.
Being able to check accommodation availability and
make your booking online is another plus and
makes life much easier.
Stay informed and get involved!
@Visit_Wirral
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WoNDeRs of WIRRal
WIN
aN uNfoRgettaBle
BReaK foR tWo
WoRth oveR
£500!
Enjoy an overnight stay for two with breakfast
and a ‘Time to Retreat’ spa package at the 4 star
thornton hall hotel in Thornton Hough.
Other delights included for two are a 3 course
dinner and a bottle of wine at the Red fox,
tickets to the Brimstage maze, Champagne
Afternoon Tea at the 4 star Inglewood manor
hotel and a tea/coffee and £50 gift voucher to
spend in gordale garden centre.
to enter the competition go to:
visitwirral.com/winastay*
*
Terms and conditions apply.
Competition closes 30th November 2016.
Please note the competition may change during the lifetime of the booklet.
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Visit
New Brighton, at the Marine Point
for an authentic taste of Italy
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Piadina
Ham &
Mozzarella
Book now: bellaitalia.co.uk/newbrighton-wirral
STAY IN A
HOLIDAY COTTAGE AT
PORT SUNLIGHT
Edwardian charm with
21st century home comforts!
AVAILABLE FOR SHORT OR LONG STAYS
Painter’s Cottage, Gardener’s Cottage
and Book Keeper’s Cottage
To find out more about Port Sunlight
Holiday Cottages or to book online visit
portsunlightvillage.com
T: 0151 644 4805
accommodation@portsunlightvillage.com
Nestled in the heart of the
picturesque village of Po
Port Sunlight,
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offers friendly
dly,, professional advice
and top quality products for your
garden and home, all year round.
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a homemade Daily Special for lunch, or a
freshly baked slice of cake in the afternoon,
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always offering service with a smile.
How to find us...
Just 5 minutes walk from
Port Sunlight train station
2 minutes drive from A41 /
New Ferry Bypass Roundabout
Free Parking - Disabled Access - Baby Change Facilities
The Causeway, Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, CH62 5DY
T: 0151 645 6244 W: www.portsunlightgardens.co.uk
For more information or to download a copy
of our Wonders of Wirral booklet, go to:
visitwirral.com/attractions
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy in this booklet. Regretfully
the publishers cannot accept responsibility for any inaccuracies and omissions
within this publication. Opening times, facilities and admission charges can
change without notice. Please check full details via phone or website with
the individual Attractions prior to visiting.
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