Things to do on the Wirral

Maja Lorkowska, Exhibitions Editor

The Wirral is just on the other side of the Mersey but the pace of life is considerably slower, amongst its picturesque houses and sea views. Culture though, never slows down – there are plenty of art galleries, music venues and literary spots to visit, with more popping up all the time. It’s an area to watch and already becoming the place to be for emerging creatives with a growing community and interesting opportunities. Visit the Priory, stop at the at the Williamson and finish your day with a gig and pint at Future Yard.

Our top picks

Lady Lever Art Gallery

Lady Lever Art Gallery, Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, CH62 5EQ - Visit now

Worth a detour from Liverpool, Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight is a fantastic gallery with one of the UK’s finest art collections.

Williamson Art Gallery

Williamson Art Gallery, Slatey Road, Birkenhead, CH43 4UE - Visit now

One of the Wirral’s hidden gems, Williamson Art Gallery and Museum is an art gallery and museum situated in Birkenhead,

Williamson Art Gallery
Williamson Art Gallery

Future Yard

Future Yard, 75 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6AB - Visit now

The Wirral’s most exciting music venue, Future Yard provide a stage for national, international and emerging artists, support local talent and provide educational programmes for musicians starting out in the industry. As well as being a great gig venue, they serve great drinks and sustainable pizza.

A 350-capacity space, permanent live music venue at 75 Argyle Street. This community venue will bring some of today’s most exciting new national and international artists to Wirral, while at the same time providing key early performance opportunities for emerging local musicians.
Courtesty of Future Yard

Lake Gallery

Lake Gallery, 52 Grange Road, West Kirby, Wirral , CH484EF - Visit now

Visit Lake Gallery, an artist-run space in West Kirby, showcasing fine art and contemporary craft in regularly changing exhibitions.

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Birkenhead Priory

Birkenhead Priory, Priory Street, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 5JH - Visit now

Birkenhead Priory’s history includes royalty, the birth of a city, and a religious life – a gateway to understanding the Wirral.

Birkenhead Priory

Hamilton Vault Studios

Hamilton Vault Studios, 1 Hamilton Square , Birkenhead , CH41 6AU - Visit now

A disused bank vault now conceals a unique gallery space and filming location, championing local creatives and their vision.

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Birkenhead Central Library

Birkenhead Central Library, Borough Road Birkenhead , Wirral, CH41 2XB - Visit now

Birkenhead Central Library provides books and resources, and welcomes everyone to their community hub in a stunning, historic location.

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MerseyMade West Kirby

MerseyMade West Kirby, Chancery House, 98 Paradise Street, Liverpool, L1 3HJ - Visit now

Find gifts for friends, family and, of course, yourself at this artist hub for local creatives. The perfect place to find a Wirral souvenir.

The MerseyMade building in Liverpool
MerseyMade

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