Wirral is a small peninsula that we love to explore. It's a hidden gem with so much to offer. Our Wirral section is jam-packed with content that will inspire you to visit this wonderful part of the world.
The Wirral Way is an ideal place to start; it’s a path on an old railway track. It is 12 miles long and stretches from West Kirby to Hooton, offering spectacular views over the Dee Estuary. It’s flat and accessible; you can choose sections of it to tailor a walk to suit you. Away from roads, it’s perfect for cycling and days out with children.
If it’s water sports you are after; West Kirby is a great option. The marine lake here is such a peaceful place to visit. We love an afternoon walk around the path between the beach and the lake watching people sail by. You can participate in one of the many water sports allowed on the lake. Or book a time slot and take your own equipment. We book a time online and take our paddle boards here regularly. The lake is easy to access, it’s safe for beginners, and there is plenty of nearby parking.
West Kirby also has a beautiful beach that is easy to access. From this beach, you can walk to Hilbre Island, one of Wirral’s highlights. Some of our best childhood memories are walking to this island for the day to spot seals. So if you love nature and wildlife spotting, this is a great location to visit. The islands are an archipelago; they are classed as one of 43 unbridged tidal islands in the UK that you can reach on foot. Make sure to check the tide times before visiting. Tide tables can be found online, and they are displayed at the Dee Lane slipway. New Brighton in Wirral is perfect for a day trip. The location benefited from a £60 million redevelopment scheme and features a theatre, a cinema, a hotel, restaurants, adventure golf, bowling, laser quest and arcades. It is popular for families to visit and enjoy traditional seaside fun. These are the days out you remember from childhood!
There are plenty of ways to get children outdoors in Wirral, too; there are forest schools and beach schools to join in, water sport clubs, beaches to enjoy for the day, farms, corn mazes and beautiful parks to explore. And if you fancy visiting the city for the day, jump on a train, bus or a ferry across the Mersey! The River Explorer Cruise is a 50-minute cruise on the River Mersey, where you can enjoy the view of the Liverpool waterfront.
Hands up if you love the beach! Wirral beaches are dreamy, and there are plenty to take your pick. As locals, we have chosen a selection of the best beaches in the Wirral for you. The Wirral’s picturesque and sandy beaches are a great place to enjoy a day out with the family or a …
The Wirral Peninsula has many walking routes. There are coastal routes, country parks, and cliff climbs to explore. Here are the best Wirral walks for you to choose from. You can explore a lot of Wirral on foot, wander through the countryside, explore quaint villages, or escape along miles of beautiful beaches. There are a …
We love living in Wirral, it has a perfect mix of woodland, countryside and beaches to explore and there is so much to do outdoors with kids. Are you ready for 10 of our favourite things to do with the kids around the Wirral? It can be difficult entertaining children outside of the house throughout …
We recently took part in a family forest workshop with GROW-Wellbeing in Wirral. We had lots of fun exploring their woodland area, making crafts, and of course, toasting marshmallows! Here’s what we thought… GROW-Wellbeing is based in Wirral and Merseyside. GROW-Wellbeing C.I.C. is a not-for-profit organisation that delivers creative, personally affirmative opportunities for children, young …
Forest schools are becoming increasingly popular but a lot of people aren’t aware of the many forest schools in their area and just how much they can do for their children. Here we look at some of the forest schools available in Wirral… Lots of schools hold their own forest schools, outdoor learning sessions, or …
Wirral is the home to many peaceful parks and pretty gardens. It’s not surprising that it attracts walkers and ramblers from all over the world. Here are 7 of the best parks in the Wirral. It’s no secret that we love the Wirral! We’ve explored Wirral walks and beaches already in previous articles. Did you …
Are you ready to discover all that the Wirral has to offer? Beautiful beaches, woodland walks, pretty towns and villages and lovely places to stay! Here’s our guide to Wirral camping and caravan sites. Full of great local walks and bike trails there is so much to see and do in Wirral. you’ll really be …