What to do and see in Wirral, England: The Best Free Things to do

February 26, 2022 Myesha Cogley

Discover the best top things to do in Wirral, United Kingdom including Hilbre Island, The Black Pearl New Brighton, Hilbre Island Nature Reserve, Pensby Library, Birkenhead Park, Lady Lever Art Gallery, Wirral Country Park, Birkenhead Priory, Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway, West Kirby Beach.
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1. Hilbre Island

England
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5.0 based on 109 reviews

Hilbre Island

Reviewed By Patrick1454 - Skelmersdale, United Kingdom

We only walk to Hilbre when the Friends of Hilbre Island are there.They provide a welcome warm drink and cake etc. They are very knowledgable and friendly. It takes about forty minutes at a comfortable stroll. There is the odd patch of shallow mud. Ensure you check tide times at West Kirkby before you set off.

2. The Black Pearl New Brighton

New Brighton Beach, New Brighton England http://www.facebook.com/TheBlackPearlNewBrighton
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5.0 based on 384 reviews

The Black Pearl New Brighton

The Black Pearl is an interactive artwork to be enjoyed by all age groups it has been created and maintained by a small group of pasionate pirates. Allow your imagination to soar or just absorb the work and detail in the carefully selected driftwood and ships ropes. There are many sculptures and carvings to be found on and around the ship . If your lucky you may even find treasure in her treasure chest. The golden sands surrounding The Pearl are cleaned every day and perfect for the children to play on. The area of Cosy Cove is loved and treasured by the local community who always keep a close eye on her. Pirates At Art

Reviewed By garyparry59 - Liverpool, United Kingdom

Fantastic focal point for the local community... Sadly the river has reclaimed The Black Pearl once More. She will be rebuilt!!!

3. Hilbre Island Nature Reserve

West Kirby CH61 0HN England
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5.0 based on 67 reviews

Hilbre Island Nature Reserve

Reviewed By NannyGrottBaggs - Whitchurch, United Kingdom

Check tides etc before setting off - I went as part of a group - Cheshire Wildlife Trust. Before the walk started we all took advantage of the public toilets which I have to say were spotless! You have to carry with you everything you need (especially drinks) & wear appropriate gear. This is a long walk out to visit the Islands & you'll be walking over all sorts of terrain with no shelter from the elements.The Seals on the day were squabbling on the sand bank - we could hear them but you did need binoculars to see them properly. There's an abundance of bird life on the waters edge (if you're a Twitcher) and lots of interesting rock pools to go dipping in. Fantastic views of both North Wales & Wirral coast line. There's a Composting Toilet on Hilbre Island but nothing else except uninhabited buildings (used for wildlife recording purposes), forna, flora & fabulous red sandstone! The round property run by Friends of Hilbre does advertise on the information board at the start & at the property regular opening dates throughout the year but it was uninhabited on our visit. Lots of people take their dogs on this walk & allow them to run free but they have to be on leads on the actual island. The Lifeguards are on duty all day. Suitable for all ages but you need to be fit LOL

4. Pensby Library

Pensby Library Pensby Library Pensby Road, Heswall CH61 9NE England +44 151 648 4537 http://www.wirral.gov.uk/my-services/leisure-and-culture/libraries/find-library/pensby-library
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Pensby Library

Reviewed By travelswithacamera2

A great small library and very important to the local residents and part of the wider library Service on the Wirral

5. Birkenhead Park

Birkenhead CH41 4HY England +44 151 652 5197 [email protected] http://www.visitwirral.com/attractions-and-activities/birkenhead-park-p44211
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4.5 based on 292 reviews

Birkenhead Park

On Easter Monday 1847, the gates were opened to the very first publicly funded park in the world. Designed by Sir Joseph Paxton - Birkenhead Park was created to be the People's Garden - a place where the lowliest peasant to the British Monarch could stand together to enjoy a piece of the countryside in the middle of the city. In 1850, Fredrick Law Olmstead visited the park and with its inspiration, then went on to design and create what is arguably the most famous public park in the world - Central Park New York. In 2004 Birkenhead Park underwent an £11.8million restoration return it to its former glory. Today, Birkenhead Park is a Grade I listed landscape and carries the prestigious Green Heritage Award. It caters for all visitors with a number of sports such as Football, Cricket, Bowls, Angling and cycling, as well a visitors centre and access to some of the original structures around the park.

Reviewed By VinnieVX7 - Cheltenham, United Kingdom

As others have referred to, Birkenhead Park was a pioneering venture by the local citizens when it was established, blazing a trail the world was to follow. There is something for everyone here, from a simple walk, sports, dog walking, music concerts etc etc.

Port Sunlight Village Lower Road, Birkenhead CH62 5EQ England +44 151 478 4136 [email protected] http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ladylever/
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4.5 based on 932 reviews

Lady Lever Art Gallery

The Lady Lever Art Gallery is a real treasure, housing a stunning collection of paintings including many Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces, the world's finest collection of Wedgwood jasperware, exquisite furniture, Chinese ceramics, tapestries and sculpture, Paintings on display include works by Reynolds, Gainsborough, Stubbs, Turner, Leighton, Millais, Rossetti, Burne-Jones, Holman Hunt and Waterhouse, to name but a few. Admission is free, booking essential at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ladylever

Reviewed By O9408JTannec - Bristol, United Kingdom

Set in the beautiful village of Port Sunlight, Wirral, this art gallery is an essential place to visit. I went with my elderly mother who now has mobility issues. Wheelchairs are readily available at the reception desk. Everywhere is wheelchair accessible (except for the top gallery). The main hall full of famous paintings is easily accessible for wheelchair users, as is the lift, the cafe, the loo, and the other rooms. What prompted this visit was the advert for the Matisse cut outs exhibition. The main paintings are always worth another visit though. So is the village itself.

7. Wirral Country Park

Station Road, Thurstaston CH61 OHN England
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4.5 based on 181 reviews

Wirral Country Park

Reviewed By 348carln - Bromborough, United Kingdom

One of the reasons I feel lucky to live on the wirral, great walks, a lovely beach and spectacular views.

8. Birkenhead Priory

4 Priory Street, Birkenhead CH41 5JH England +44 151 666 3537 http://www.thebirkenheadpriory.org
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4.5 based on 207 reviews

Birkenhead Priory

Birkenhead Priory is a unique family outing – experience the history, wonder and beauty of this 850 year old site. As the oldest standing building on Merseyside, the Priory offers a unique insight into the town of Birkenhead and its historical and spiritual importance in the development of Wirral. Now surrounded by factory units and shipyards, the Priory is an oasis of calm in a busy world and affords unrivalled views of the river and surrounding area. The Chapter House is consecrated as a Church of England chapel hosts regular church services as well as Baptisms, Weddings and Funeral. The Scriptorium is the home of the Friends of HMS Conway. The Conway was a training ship which formerly stood in the River Mersey off Rock Ferry. The Undercroft houses a small museum tells that the story of the medieval Priory. Above the Undercroft is the Refectory, now covered with an award winning roof. Today visit the refectory to dress up or complete some grave rubbings. St Mary's, the first parish church of Birkenehead (1821), survives now as only a tower and spire, having been demolished in the 1970’s. This late-Georgian church ruin, with cast iron tracery in the surviving windows, is available to climb the 101 stairs to give unrivalled views across the River Mersey. The tower is now dedicated as a memorial to the 99 men lost in the 1939 disaster aboard the Laird's built submarine HMS Thetis.

9. Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway

1 Taylor Street, Birkenhead CH41 1BG England +44 151 647 2128 [email protected] http://www.mtps.co.uk
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4.5 based on 169 reviews

Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway

Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway is a working museum and working heritage tramway preserving Buses, Trams & other local transport related vehicles We are open every weekend from 1pm (Saturday & Sunday) and during school holidays we are open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday plus every Bank Holiday Monday. you can ride on original fully restored heritage trams, see our collection of preserved local Buses and in the museum our ongoing restoration projects and a huge working Model Railway. A HISTORY OF BIRKENHEAD TRAMWAYS Back when Birkenhead was a pioneering industrial town it was the first place in Europe to adopt a street tramway. Those trams ceased operating in 1937, but in 1995 they were revived and you can now travel on one of a series of historic vehicles and experience tram travel for yourself. Trams dating from as early as 1901 operate to make the short journey from Woodside to the Wirral Transport Museum, where you can view the rest of the fleet - tram cars from Birkenhead, Liverpool, Wallasey and a recently restored car from Lisbon, Portugal. The Museum is a proud winner of the Wirral Unsung Hero of The Year 2012 with their volunteers. The transport collection was created as a celebration of Birkenhead's place in the history of public transport, and set up in collaboration with the volunteers of the Merseyside Tramway Preservation Society, who restore old trams. In addition to trams, the museum houses a collection of local buses in running order and a group of cars and motorbikes from the Baxter Collection. There is also a 27 foot long model railway layout. Merseyside Tramway Preservation Society Limited is a Registered Charity . No. 1092127.

Reviewed By 419clarem - Manchester, United Kingdom

Fab first visit, staff very friendly especially a gentleman called Brian who was happy to answer any questions,a fab free musuem and the tram ride is 2 quid return for adults and 1 quid return for kids,souvenier shop very reasonably priced too.

10. West Kirby Beach

23 South Parade, West Kirby CH48 0QG England
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4.5 based on 293 reviews

West Kirby Beach

Reviewed By NicRich - Liverpool, United Kingdom

We spent the afternoon here and absolutely loved it. Walked around the marine first during which jumped down the rocks onto the beach. The beach was so lovely, clean and plenty of space to socially distance which everyone adhered to. Children said its the best day out they’ve had in ages. There are dogs on the beach but I didn’t see any mess, did see some of the prom but just swerved it. Lifeguards up and down the beach too which was nice to see. Will definitely be returning.

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