Liverpool's hidden gem

[Towncar T]

Here's a link to an excellent and very interesting attraction in Liverpool that we visited recently. It's only a short taxi ride (around £5) from the cruise terminal and is only £4 per head entrance fee. It's the Williamson Tunnels, built in the 19th century by a local philanthropist and now being renovated as a tourist attraction. The link is:

 

http://www.williamsontunnels.co.uk/

[kwcrnp]

I looked at the website - looks interesting.

 

Why did he build these tunnels? How long is the tour?

 

Kristi

[Towncar T]

I looked at the website - looks interesting.

 

Why did he build these tunnels? How long is the tour?

 

Kristi

 

The tour takes around 45 minutes, which leaves plenty of time to see the rest of the city, and you're only 5 minutes away from the centre. There's a small cafe and some interesting exhibits to see, so the whole visit could be about one and a half hours.Nobody is quite sure why he built the tunnels. He was something of an eccentric, but most people believe he did it to provide some sort of paid work for the local poor. I believe he was just a nutter who liked to dig holes!!:rolleyes: Very Interesting though.:)

[Towncar T]

"I see you stand like greyhounds in the slips,

Straining upon the start. The game's afoot!

Follow your spirit! And upon this charge

Cry `God for Harry! England! and St. George.' "

Shakespeare: Henry V., iii. 1.

 

HAPPY ST. GEORGE'S DAY!!!

[Towncar T]

I wondered if anyone else on the boards had visited the tunnels and if they can give any feedback? Thanks T:)

[luvnorway]

There are several recent, good reviews on Trip Advisor

[Towncar T]

There are several recent, good reviews on Trip Advisor

 

I was thinking more about any CC members who might have visited and could put some feedback on here, but thanks for that information anyway. :):)

[Towncar T]

Here are those reviews on Tripadvisor. Well worth a visit.:)

 

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g186337-d564499-r34670577-Williamson_Tunnels_Heritage_Centre-Liverpool_Merseyside_England.html

[GaznPaula]

I live here..

what do you want to know...?

[SeaTheWorldBySea]

Tillynmint - we'll be in Liverpool on a cruise next year. Do you know of any private tour operators that could accomodate a group of 8?