Visit wirral and discover some of the best things to do in Wirral, including the best Wirral restaurants to enjoy, the perfect spots for a photo opportunity and some of the great wirral places to see. A stone’s throw away from Liverpool, if you’re thinking about visiting Wirral, don’t do anything until you’ve read this!
Great Wirral Afternoon Tea
There is nothing quite like an afternoon tea for two, but if you really want a memorable and delicious experience, you must taste the Great Wirral Afternoon Tea at Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa when you visit Wirral. This has got to be one of the best things to do in Wirral if you are a bit of a foodie and you will certainly enjoy each bite of their selection of sweet treats and scones. Here’s how we got on: The Great Wirral Afternoon Tea at Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa.
Visit the Bidston Windmill
Fancy a brisk walk in the countryside? Well if you visit Wirral during the summer, make sure to take in the beauty of the Bidston windmill and Tam O’Shanter’s Cottage. A great place for photography and you’ll work up an appetite too. Here’s the location so you can track down the Bidston Windmill.
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Picnic at Vale Park
Vale Park in Wirral offers a beautiful setting for a rural picnic. Chill a bottle of Prosecco and pack a couple of sandwiches and a punnet of strawberries and enjoy a picnic in the Wirral countryside. Here’s the location on Instagram if you’re struggling to find Vale Park.
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Lunch at Leasowe Castle
When you visit Wirral, you’re likely to spot a castle of two, but Leasowe Castle is not one to be missed. With its own afternoon tea offering, surrounded by history and Bistro just past the suit of armour, this is a history buff’s dream. If you’re lucky, you may even see a ghost walking the grounds! Check them out on Instagram!
Visit Wirral & Stay at Thornton Hall
This quintessentially English hotel comes with it’s own butler. On arrival, you’ll be shown to your room by Joe, the hotel’s butler who is both charming and knowledgeable about the hotel and it’s history. If this doesn’t tick your boxes for a Downton Abbey inspired hotel, you’ll be pleased to see the stunning woodwork and oil paintings that frame the grand staircase.
Read our full review of our stay at Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa when we visited Wirral :
Overnight stay at Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa.
Share a Slice at Forza Pizza Bar
Another yummy thing to do in Wirral is to try out some of the local restaurants. If you enjoy pizza, be sure to share a slice or two at Forza Pizza Bar in the Wirral. Taste how pizza is supposed to taste like with their hand made pizza dough, stone baked with love, of course! You might want to drop them a message on Instagram before popping in as they’re often quite busy.
Visit Claremont Farm
Pick strawberries, pet some farm animals and take in the fresh air at Claremont Farm in Wirral. This beautiful farm offers plenty to see, do and explore. With an on-site farm shop, you can pick up some fresh produce while you’re there or enjoy a light bite at their farm restaurant. There is nothing quite like a farm visit while in the countryside. Have a little look at their Instagram page before you plan your trip to Claremont Farm as strawberry picking is seasonal and there are also plenty of other events and activities to enjoy throughout the year.
Get Coffee at WYLDE
Get your daily caffeine fix while you visit Wirral at WYLDE. With speciality coffee, this gorgeous coffee shop offers a bite to eat in a light and airy space. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a cranberry and almond biscotti dipped in white chocolate and a freshly brewed cup of coffee. For more caffeine inspiration head to their Instagram page here.
Hire a Campervan & Visit Wirral
A wonderful way to visit Wirral is to hire your very own campervan. Wirral Campervan Hire gives you the unique opportunity to explore Wirral and the surrounding areas at your own leisure. If you’d like to book one, you’d better be quick and head over to their Instagram page here.
Try Homebrew at Tap
As the night begins to draw in, head to Homebrew at Tap. There are three locations to choose from, West Kirby, Oxton and New Brighton. Each bar offers beer on tap from around the world so get ready for a pint or two on a global scale.
Check out their Instagram page for more inspiration!