24 Hours In Wirral

Forget about having a slice of the good life – have it all in Wirral, where miles of beautiful coastline and countryside, historic architecture, world-famous galleries, and foodie havens combine in a smorgasbord for the senses.

- Penny Fray

Nestling between the River Dee and River Mersey, the Wirral peninsula boasts a strong maritime heritage, sandy beaches, gorgeous gardens and views of scenic North Wales, as well as the jaw-dropping Liverpool skyline. It’s also home to several protected coastland parks and an unusual array of wildlife – all in an area just 15 miles long and seven miles wide. For our Wirral day out, we’ll venture beyond the familiar gloss of upmarket towns like Heswall, Hoylake, and West Kirby and wander off to the garden village of Port Sunlight before heading east towards the seaside town of New Brighton and Birkenhead for its world-famous park.

IN THE MORNING