Wirral Peninsula is blessed with a host of award-winning accommodation to enjoy the perfect break. Try these four steps for an unforgettable stay:
Memorable Stays
Wake up at Thornton Hall Hotel in the picturesque Thornton Hough village, with its historic churches, and quaint cottages. Pamper yourself at this Good Spa Award- winning hotel, before taking a short ride to Port Sunlight Museumand Garden Village. Here you will receive an absorbing insight into the life and times of a 19th century model village. Visit the exquisite Lady Lever Art Gallery, followed by a step back in time at the Museum. Check into the award-winning Leverhulme Hotel and Spa, an art- deco boutique resting place, before indulging in Fine Food North West Award winner - Victoria Sponge at nearby tea rooms, Gorge’Us. Make time for Eastham Country Park offering sightings of a variety of birds that flock to the Mersey Estuary. Mere Brook House, Wirral Accommodation of the Year, is a stone’s throw away. The Edwardian-style guesthouse, set in beautiful grounds, offers a warm welcome in luxurious surroundings. Close by is Claremont Farm; hone your culinary skills at one of many cooking courses, and visit the popular Wirral Food and Drink Festival each August Bank Holiday.
Culture Vulture
Ferry across the Mersey aboard Europe’s oldest ferry service from Seacombe or Woodside terminals, offering spectacular waterfront views with a commentary recounting the history of Merseyside. Spaceport at Seacombe is an intergalactic attraction that blasts you off on a virtual journey, and then discover the award- winning U-Boat Story at Woodside. Explore nearby Birkenhead Park, the inspiration for New York’s Central Park, before journeying on to Oxton Village, with its array of gastro delights. It is home to Restaurant Fraiche, the established Michelin-star restaurant and voted one of the top 30 UK restaurants. Once replete, uncover North Wirral Coastal Parkwith Britain’s oldest brick lighthouse at Leasowe and the re- energized seaside town of New Brighton; on the promenade is the new Floral Pavilion Theatre staging fabulous entertainment and Fort Perch Rock.
Quality Treats
Enjoy a morning stroll along the promenade or beach in West Kirby. Take in amazing views of Wales and Wirral’s exclusive Hilbre Islands, then walk or take a boat trip to the islands. Try water sports at the Marine Lake or go scuba diving for historic wrecks of Wirral’s coast with Discovery Charters. For rest and relaxation in a wonderful rural setting book into Herons Well Cottage - Best Self Catering Accommodation in Merseyside 2010 & 2011.
Sink a drink at the place to be seen - The Wro Bar, winner of Best Bar in Merseyside 2010 & 2011. Then take the short hop to Hoylake, childhood home of James Bond actor, Daniel Craig. You will be spoilt for choice with the range of quality eateries, including Chantilly Tea Rooms for an afternoon treat close to Royal Liverpool Golf Club. Wirral is a golfer’s paradise and will host the Women’s Open Championship in 2012 and The Open Championship in 2014!
Environmental Oasis
Visit Royden Park, with its wildlife habitats and model railway - ideal for kids! The park is also home to the beautifully renovated Hillbark Hotel; enjoy fine dining with views of idyllic parkland. Wirral is also home to the first Country Park in Britain, along the Dee Estuary. Its highlight is the Wirral Way – once a 12-mile railway line, now an environmental oasis for walkers, cyclists and horse enthusiasts. Finally head for the floral delights of Ness Botanic Gardens and enjoy afternoon tea at Roses Tea Rooms, Taste Northwest award winner.
Win a wonderful weekend in Wirral
Wirral Peninsula is a timeless oasis with a Viking past immortalized in its place names. Choose from action-packed short breaks or leisurely long weekends. Located between the Dee and Mersey Estuaries, Wirral offers stunning views over the Welsh Hills on one side and the spectacular Liverpool skyline on the other. It’s even got its own islands nearby!
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