10 Free Things to do in Birkenhead That You Shouldn't Miss

December 8, 2021 Nobuko Falco

Birkenhead /ˌbɜːrkənˈhɛd/ is a town within the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral in Merseyside, England. Historically in Cheshire, it is on the Wirral Peninsula, along the west bank of the River Mersey, opposite the city of Liverpool. The Birkenhead Urban Area defined as the contiguous built-up area along the eastern side of the Wirral had a total population of 325,264 in the 2011 Census. In the 2011 census, the Parliamentary constituency of Birkenhead had a population of 88,818. The Birkenhead and Tranmere electoral ward, covering a much smaller area, had a population of 15,879.
Restaurants in Birkenhead

1. Amorini Antiques Centre

1A 1C Hamilton Street, Birkenhead CH41 6DJ England +44 151 539 2211 [email protected] http://amoriniantiquescentre.co.uk
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Amorini Antiques Centre is the only centre of its type on the Wirral. With 10 rooms to explore and 30+ dealers under one roof, this fascinating emporium has something for everyone and prices to suit all pockets. The Centre is a definite must to while away a few hours browsing the retro furniture, silverware, jewellery, ceramics, art work, militaria and books as well as top quality shabby chic furniture and a vast array of other collectables. The Centre is located just two minutes’ walk from both the Liverpool Ferry terminal at Woodside and Hamilton Square Station and close to Hamilton Square with its lovely Georgian buildings. When you've finished browsing, check out the Amorini Snack Stop for refreshing hot and cold drinks and snacks.

Reviewed By magwWirral

So much to see, lots of it evoked memories, but an eclectic collection of every type of vintage/antique items. Really interesting and enjoyable afternoon with a very helpful couple running it all. No cafe, although there were DIY facilities to make a drink, however, the food hall at Woodside is a couple of minute’s walk away.

2. WarGameStore

Brimstage Road The Forge, Birkenhead CH63 6HD England +44 151 342 1233 [email protected] http://www.wargamestore.com
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WarGameStore

We aim to give the best combination of price and service to UK wargamers. To give you the opportunity to pick what you want from complete ranges off the shelf in our store and take them away with you. We have several gaming tables in sizes up to 12' x 6' that are available during shop opening hours and they are free to use! We stock Warmachine & Hordes, Warhammer Age of Sigmar & Warhammer 40,000, Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game, Harder & Steenbeck Airbrushes, Sparmax Compressors, Flames of War, Malifaux, Perry Miniatures, Warlord, Victrix, Vallejo Paints, Harder and Steenbeck airbrushes and Sparmax Compressors and loads more. Also a great range of board games including historical board wargames.

Reviewed By 473grahameb - Wrexham, United Kingdom

Always worth a visit, full of excellent stuff, enough to satisfy all! Easy to get to, easy parking, nice area!

3. Owen Drew

132 Claughton Road Birkenhead Unit 4, Wirral Point, Birkenhead CH41 6EY England +44 151 647 2969 [email protected] https://www.owendrewcandles.com/
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Owen Drew

Multi award-winning purveyors of fine fragrance. Luxury scented vegan candles, room mists, soaps, bath oils, reed diffusers and perfumes. As seen in VOGUE, FORBES, HARPER’S BAZAAR, SUNDAY EXPRESS, RED ONLINE, YOU MAGAZINE and more. Established in 2016. All products Made in England. Shop online at OwenDrew.com

Reviewed By lydiajc2016 - Cheshire, United Kingdom

Absolutely amazing customer service as usual with a personal touch. This is my third time purchasing such amazing scents that everyone who comes to my house loves. Love, Love Love this place!!!!

4. Birkenhead Park

Birkenhead CH41 4HY England +44 151 652 5197 [email protected] http://www.visitwirral.com/attractions-and-activities/birkenhead-park-p44211
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Birkenhead Park

On Easter Monday 1847, the gates were opened to the very first publicly funded park in the world. Designed by Sir Joseph Paxton - Birkenhead Park was created to be the People's Garden - a place where the lowliest peasant to the British Monarch could stand together to enjoy a piece of the countryside in the middle of the city. In 1850, Fredrick Law Olmstead visited the park and with its inspiration, then went on to design and create what is arguably the most famous public park in the world - Central Park New York. In 2004 Birkenhead Park underwent an £11.8million restoration return it to its former glory. Today, Birkenhead Park is a Grade I listed landscape and carries the prestigious Green Heritage Award. It caters for all visitors with a number of sports such as Football, Cricket, Bowls, Angling and cycling, as well a visitors centre and access to some of the original structures around the park.

Reviewed By VinnieVX7 - Cheltenham, United Kingdom

As others have referred to, Birkenhead Park was a pioneering venture by the local citizens when it was established, blazing a trail the world was to follow. There is something for everyone here, from a simple walk, sports, dog walking, music concerts etc etc.

Port Sunlight Village Lower Road, Birkenhead CH62 5EQ England +44 151 478 4136 [email protected] http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ladylever/
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Lady Lever Art Gallery

The Lady Lever Art Gallery is a real treasure, housing a stunning collection of paintings including many Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces, the world's finest collection of Wedgwood jasperware, exquisite furniture, Chinese ceramics, tapestries and sculpture, Paintings on display include works by Reynolds, Gainsborough, Stubbs, Turner, Leighton, Millais, Rossetti, Burne-Jones, Holman Hunt and Waterhouse, to name but a few. Admission is free, booking essential at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ladylever

Reviewed By O9408JTannec - Bristol, United Kingdom

Set in the beautiful village of Port Sunlight, Wirral, this art gallery is an essential place to visit. I went with my elderly mother who now has mobility issues. Wheelchairs are readily available at the reception desk. Everywhere is wheelchair accessible (except for the top gallery). The main hall full of famous paintings is easily accessible for wheelchair users, as is the lift, the cafe, the loo, and the other rooms. What prompted this visit was the advert for the Matisse cut outs exhibition. The main paintings are always worth another visit though. So is the village itself.

6. St Saviour's Church, Oxton

Bidston Road, Birkenhead England
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St Saviour's Church, Oxton

7. Birkenhead Priory

4 Priory Street, Birkenhead CH41 5JH England +44 151 666 3537 http://www.thebirkenheadpriory.org
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Birkenhead Priory

Birkenhead Priory is a unique family outing – experience the history, wonder and beauty of this 850 year old site. As the oldest standing building on Merseyside, the Priory offers a unique insight into the town of Birkenhead and its historical and spiritual importance in the development of Wirral. Now surrounded by factory units and shipyards, the Priory is an oasis of calm in a busy world and affords unrivalled views of the river and surrounding area. The Chapter House is consecrated as a Church of England chapel hosts regular church services as well as Baptisms, Weddings and Funeral. The Scriptorium is the home of the Friends of HMS Conway. The Conway was a training ship which formerly stood in the River Mersey off Rock Ferry. The Undercroft houses a small museum tells that the story of the medieval Priory. Above the Undercroft is the Refectory, now covered with an award winning roof. Today visit the refectory to dress up or complete some grave rubbings. St Mary's, the first parish church of Birkenehead (1821), survives now as only a tower and spire, having been demolished in the 1970’s. This late-Georgian church ruin, with cast iron tracery in the surviving windows, is available to climb the 101 stairs to give unrivalled views across the River Mersey. The tower is now dedicated as a memorial to the 99 men lost in the 1939 disaster aboard the Laird's built submarine HMS Thetis.

8. Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway

1 Taylor Street, Birkenhead CH41 1BG England +44 151 647 2128 [email protected] http://www.mtps.co.uk
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Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway

Wirral Transport Museum & Heritage Tramway is a working museum and working heritage tramway preserving Buses, Trams & other local transport related vehicles We are open every weekend from 1pm (Saturday & Sunday) and during school holidays we are open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday plus every Bank Holiday Monday. you can ride on original fully restored heritage trams, see our collection of preserved local Buses and in the museum our ongoing restoration projects and a huge working Model Railway. A HISTORY OF BIRKENHEAD TRAMWAYS Back when Birkenhead was a pioneering industrial town it was the first place in Europe to adopt a street tramway. Those trams ceased operating in 1937, but in 1995 they were revived and you can now travel on one of a series of historic vehicles and experience tram travel for yourself. Trams dating from as early as 1901 operate to make the short journey from Woodside to the Wirral Transport Museum, where you can view the rest of the fleet - tram cars from Birkenhead, Liverpool, Wallasey and a recently restored car from Lisbon, Portugal. The Museum is a proud winner of the Wirral Unsung Hero of The Year 2012 with their volunteers. The transport collection was created as a celebration of Birkenhead's place in the history of public transport, and set up in collaboration with the volunteers of the Merseyside Tramway Preservation Society, who restore old trams. In addition to trams, the museum houses a collection of local buses in running order and a group of cars and motorbikes from the Baxter Collection. There is also a 27 foot long model railway layout. Merseyside Tramway Preservation Society Limited is a Registered Charity . No. 1092127.

Reviewed By 419clarem - Manchester, United Kingdom

Fab first visit, staff very friendly especially a gentleman called Brian who was happy to answer any questions,a fab free musuem and the tram ride is 2 quid return for adults and 1 quid return for kids,souvenier shop very reasonably priced too.

9. The Swinging Arm Birkenhead

63 Church Street, Birkenhead CH41 5EG England +44 151 666 1666 http://www.swingingarm.co.uk
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The Swinging Arm Birkenhead

10. Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm

25 Boundary Road Bidston, Birkenhead CH43 7PD England +44 151 653 9332 [email protected] http://www.tamoshanterfarm.org.uk/
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Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm

Reviewed By isaackiki - Halifax, United Kingdom

Saw this online re google and we absolutely loved it, free entrance, free car parking, when we phoned up to make enquiries we were told to speak to Colin as we travelled a long way, over 60 miles they gave my grand daughter a special treat, to interact with the hens, she loved it, plenty animals to see, goats, sheep, pigs, pony, hens, lovely afternoon out.

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