Yahoo News Merseyside buildings and landmarks opening for free tours to celebrate Heritage Week
Heritage Week sees iconic buildings and landmarks open to the public for free tours exploring their premises. Taking place from Friday, September 6 to 15, the tours are completely free to attend.
A large number of landmarks around Merseyside take part in Heritage Week every year. Visitors are welcome to explore the depths of Williamson's Tunnels, enjoy the World of Glass museum, or spend the day wandering around Strawberry Fields.
The tours offer an expert look into the history of these landmarks with professional guides on hand. Some places only open once a year so this may be your one chance to see what's inside buildings such as Hartley Hut on the Royal Albert Dock.
There are more than 50 tours to enjoy all over Merseyside so we've rounded up a few of our favourites below. You can see the full list here.
St George's Hall
A great opportunity to visit the Great Hall in the Grade I listed St George's Hall. Located in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, St George's Hall is one of the greatest examples of neo-classical architecture in the world.
Multiple dates available
St. Georges Hall, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JJ
From The Grass Roots
A unique one-hour guided tour around the British Lawnmower Museum, by Curator, Author & ex-racing champion Brian Radam. From the grassroots of the first lawnmower to stories of WWI and WWII to the first robot mower.
Multiple dates available
British Lawnmower Museum, 106-112 Shakespeare St, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 5AJ
Parish Church of St. Agnes and St. Pancras
The Parish Church of St. Agnes and St. Pancras was built in the 19th century to the designs of celebrated architect Pearson and is described by Pevsner as "the noblest Victorian church in Liverpool".
Multiple dates available
1 Buckingham Avenue, Liverpool, Merseyside, L17 3BA
Pre-booking not required
Strawberry Field
Strawberry Field, where young John Lennon often played, is now home to an interactive visitor centre with an exhibition & garden tour. Five years since opening, Strawberry Field is welcoming all with free entry on the anniversary weekend.
Multiple dates available
Strawberry Field, Beaconsfield Road, Woolton, Liverpool, Merseyside, L25 6EJ
Bridewell Studios and Gallery
Bridewell Studios and Gallery is in an early 20th-century police station. Visitors can see evidence of the building's previous use including original tiles, concrete staircases, and prison cells and explore the building via tours on the day.
Multiple dates available
Bridewell Studios and Gallery, 101 Prescot Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L7 8UL
CWGC Tours 2024 - Liverpool (Anfield) Cemetery
Join the team for a Commonwealth War Graves tour of Liverpool (Anfield) Cemetery.
Multiple dates available
Anfield Cemetery, 238 Priory Road, Anfield, Liverpool, Merseyside, L4 2SL
All Saints Childwall
The earliest recorded Christian presence in Childwall is l086. All Saints is the oldest Parish Church and is a Grade-I listed building. Although the oldest part of the building is the 14th century, Saxon stones can be found in the church.
Multiple dates available
102 Childwall Abbey Road, Childwall, Liverpool, Merseyside, L16 0JW
Pre-booking not required
Christ Church, Toxteth Park
This often-overlooked church always surprises first-time visitors. Take part and learn more about the church and its area.
Multiple dates available
Christ Church, Linnet Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L17 3BG
Pre-booking not required
Mersey Tunnel Tours - Georges Dock Building
Georges Dock Building will open its doors for the weekend to let visitors see behind its Art Deco exterior. Tours of the building are available on the day on a first come first served basis. There will be a small display of artefacts and photographs.
Multiple dates available
Georges Dock Building, George's Dock Way, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1DD
Pre-booking not required
Friends of Williamson’s Tunnels - Williamson’s Tunnels
Deep below Liverpool's streets are the historic subterranean tunnels and chambers built by Georgian philanthropist and merchant Joseph Williamson.
Multiple dates available
Joseph Williamson's House Site (House Façade with Blue Plaque), Opposite No 39 Mason Street, Edge Hill, Liverpool, Merseyside, L7 3EW
World Museum: Inside and Out tour
This tour looks at the materials used in building the City Museum and Library on William Brown Street. It will explain the symbolism of the decoration used in the Museum and College extension and the history of the buildings before and after WWII.
Multiple dates available
World Museum, National Museums Liverpool, William Brown Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 8EN
CWGC Tour 2024 - Liverpool Naval Memorial
Join the team for a Commonwealth War Graves Tour of Liverpool Naval Memorial.
September 6
The Naval Memorial Liverpool Waterfront, Mann Island, Brookwood, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1BY
World of Glass Family Fun Day
The World of Glass is hosting a family fun day, including free access to activities that are usually paid for, a sneak peek into the Hot Glass studio, and tours from expert guides.
September 7
The World of Glass, Chalon Way East, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1BX
Pre-booking not required
Ancient Chapel of Toxteth
Guests have a chance to explore the oldest dissenting chapel in the U.K., founded 1618.
September 7
Park Road, Dingle, Toxteth, Merseyside, L8 9RF
Pre-booking not required
Church of St. Vincent de Paul
Although this inner city dockland church is almost as the architect Edward Welby Pugin left it in 1857, it is far from a museum. A team of clergy and volunteers have developed its diverse local focus for new generations to explore.
September 7
13 Hardy Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 5JN
Pre-booking not required
Scarisbrick Mausoleum
Explore one of the hidden gems of North Meols, cared for by NW Heritage CIC & Friends of Scarisbrick Mausoleum.
September 7
198 Rufford Road, Crossens, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 8JH
Pre-booking not required
Bluecoat: Open Studios
Meet some of the Bluecoat’s creative community and find out about their practices as part of the Heritage Open Days Festival.
September 7
The Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 3BX
Pre-booking not required
The Reader
The mansion house will celebrate with a day of live music, performances from local community groups, crafts and food.
September 8
The Mansion House, Calderstones Park, Liverpool, Merseyside, L18 3JB
Croxteth Hall
Croxteth Hall & Country Park is a unique historical estate surrounding a magnificent stately home and Victorian Walled Garden bursting with history and heritage.
September 8
Croxteth Hall & Country Park, Croxteth Park, Liverpool, Merseyside, L12 0HB
Pre-booking not required
Classic Liverpool Bus Running Day
The Merseyside Transport Trust will be running 'classic buses' from its collection. You have the opportunity to travel on buses from yesteryear on a variety of routes in Liverpool.
September 8
Street of Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 1AB
Pre-booking not required
A Memorable Moment at The Municipal Hotel
The Municipal Hotel & Spa will offer a unique glimpse into the building's rich history as the former home of the Liverpool City Council.
September 9
The Municipal Hotel & Spa, Dale Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L2 2DH
Prince of Wales: Guided Tours
Explore the grounds of the beautiful Grade-II listed Prince of Wales Hotel in Southport.
September 9
Lord Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1JS
Pre-booking required
Connecting Liverpool Institutions and Enslavement
Michelle Girvan and Lucy Moynihan will explore connections between enslavers, merchants and others involved in The Bluecoat and The Athenaeum.
September 10
The Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 3BX
“Get Back” to The Fab 4 Beatles walking tour of Southport
Follow in the footsteps of the Beatles during 1962 and 1963 when they appeared in Southport town centre at six venues, performing almost thirty times before conquering the global music and modern culture scene.
September 12
Mermaid Fountain, outside Sainsbury’s, St George’s place, Lord street, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0AF
A Polish Virtuoso in Liverpool: 'The Celebrated Mr Yaniewicz'
One of the most remarkable cultural stories in Merseyside is that of Felix Yaniewicz (1762-1848), a Polish-Lithuanian violin virtuoso and composer who arrived in Liverpool in 1799.
September 14
12 Church Alley, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 3DD
Church of Our Lady of Reconciliation de la Salette
Guests can see for themselves "a complete revolution in church building."
September 14
3 Eldon Place, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 6HE
Pre-booking not required
Discover the Hartley Hut
Located on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront, a dock gateman will share stories about the hut and explore finds from recent dockside excavations with the archaeology team.
September 15
Hartley Hut - Museum of Liverpool, Mann Island, Liverpool, Merseyside, L3 1DG
Pre-booking not required
There are more than 50 tours to enjoy all over Merseyside so we've rounded up a few of our favourites below. You can see the full list here.
