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Wirral
A Peninsula of natural beauty stunning sea views, rolling countryside, miles of promenade, situated between two great rivers the Mersey and the Dee.
Ideally located for visiting all parts of the Northwest, getting here couldn't be easier with the M53 motorway connecting Wirral with the M56 and M6.
Take a walk on the wild side
The Wirral coastline and surrounding seaside towns of West Kirby and Hoylake offer so much to see and do. With long stretches of sandy beaches and pretty promenades, you can sit and watch the world go by, or if you're feeling energetic, try your hand at sailing or windsurfing on the marine lake.
Along the coastal paths there are some stunning views over the Dee Estuary to the hills of North Wales and you can watch the sun going down across the sea and the mudflats. The local nature reserve at Hillbre Islands is a great place for wildlife spotting, where you can catch the seals at play in their natural environment and see the wide variety of migrating birds.
If you're looking for something a little livelier, try New Brighton. In addition to a whole host of traditional seaside activities, the town has its own Floral Pavilion, marine lake, lighthouse and historic fort. There's also an extensive annual programme of events to enjoy from concerts to the annual Wirral Show.
Bring out the explorer in you
Wirral has miles of open countryside and many parks to explore. Wirral Country Park is a hive of wildlife activity and home to badgers, foxes and a variety of birds. In Birkenhead, you'll find a more traditional park complete with stunning lakes and a boathouse. In fact, Birkenhead Park was the world's first ever public park and a model for Central Park in New York.
See the sights
In the heart of rural Wirral you will find some beautiful villages. Perhaps the most well known is Port Sunlight, which was founded for the soap factory workers in the 19th century. The rows of immaculate cottages are a sight to be seen and there's a heritage centre where you can delve into the history of the community. And at the very heart of the village stands the Lady Lever Art Gallery where you can admire superb collections of paintings and furniture. Also worth a visit is Brimstage where you'll find one of the finest embroidery centres in Britain and a host of other craft shops.
Travel back in time
Wirral is also steeped in history, with a Benedictine priory in Birkenhead, the Wirral Museum and the Birkenhead Heritage Trail. Last but by no means least, don't miss the historic warships berthed at the East Float dock. This awe-inspiring collection of 20th century fighting ships is the finest in the country.
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