Merseyside's Hidden Gems
It's easy to miss some of these hidden gems
Between the Beatles tours, our impressive docks and famous landmarks it's easy to miss some of our hidden gems across Merseyside. Here are some of our favourites.
1. The Piermaster's House It's easy to miss this wartime home which was originally built in 1852 for the piermaster and his family. The house was the only building on its site that survived the bombings of the Second World War and its interior will transform you back in time. Wander the rooms which have been restored to how they looked and read about how they lived. Open every day, 10am-4.30pm & is free to visit.
2. The Lutyens Crypt & Treasury Explore Liverpool's Metropolitan Cathedral further by visiting Lutyen's Crypt. Described by many as "Liverpool's third cathedral", this secret spiritual space is definitely worth a visit. A spiral staircase takes you down to the architectural gem beneath the Cathedral's Portland stone plateau. The crypt holds a Treasury that contains a special collection of vestments which are also able to view.
3. Japanese Gardens, Calderstones Park Visit the scenic Japanese Gardens in Calderstones Park near The Reader Cafe and try the stepping stones across the pond. The gardens are a quiet space inside the vast, family park and the perfect way to start or end a day.
5. Oh Me Oh My Enjoy a drink or bite to eat against an iconic Liverpool backdrop at new venue, Oh Me Oh My. The grand cafe is open weekdays till 4pm, before closing for its "secret sessions". Whether it's afternoon tea or a light brunch, this hidden gem is the perfect way to spend some time.
4. Port Sunlight Village This village in Wirral is one of our favourite days out. Built at the end of the 19th century as a home for local workers in the Sunlight soap factory, today the village still boasts the architecture, galleries and stories created at the time by William Hesketh Lever. At the centre you will find the Lady Lever Art Gallery and the Port Sunlight Museum and Garden Village. The gallery holds world famous art and collections, while the neighbouring museum provides unique insight into the lives of Lever's workers.