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Looking for the best things to do in the Wirral?
Well, Moreton and Upton sit at the heart of the peninsula's northern reaches, where coastal scenery meets green parkland and rich local history. Whether you're after a bracing beach walk, a family-friendly farm visit, or a round of adventure golf, this corner of the Wirral delivers variety in spades. Here's our pick of the area's finest attractions and experiences.
We previously gave you our guide of restaurants to visit; now see our picks for the things you need to do.
1. North Wirral Coastal Park
This expansive coastal park stretches four miles along the shoreline from Dove Point at Meols to New Brighton, covering around 200 acres, and was created in 1986. The flat, well-maintained promenade is ideal for walking and cycling, with panoramic views across Liverpool Bay to the Welsh hills and Lancashire coast.
Birdwatchers flock here during migration season to spot wading birds, including oystercatchers, dunlin, sanderling, and curlews, to name a few. You may also find lots of crustaceans, like shore crabs, shrimp, prawns, and flounder and dabs. Free car parking is available near Leasowe Lighthouse, making it an easy starting point for a coastal ramble in either direction.
2. Leasowe Lighthouse
Speaking of Leasowe, if you happen to be visiting North Wirral Coastal Park, you must visit the Leasowe Lighthouse, which is a seven-minute walk away.
Standing at 34 metres tall on Moreton Common, Leasowe Lighthouse is the oldest brick-built lighthouse in the United Kingdom, constructed in 1763 using 660,000 hand-made bricks, and was built by the Liverpool Corporation.
The Grade II listed building was operational until 1908 and notably had the only known female lighthouse keeper of the period, Mrs Williams. Today it houses a small visitor centre and offers guided tours to the top on the first and third Sundays of each month. The 130-step cast iron spiral staircase rewards climbers with stunning views, whilst the ground floor café serves refreshments. Entry to the ground floor is free, with tours costing £5 for adults and £2.50 for children.
3. Viking Quest Adventure Golf
At Moreton Hills Golf Centre, this fully themed 18-hole adventure golf course brings the area's Norse heritage to life. Players navigate through Viking longships, past Fenrir the wolf's mouth and around the serpent Loki, all whilst learning about Viking history.
The course offers different difficulty levels to challenge both children and adults. The venue also features a 50-bay driving range with Toptracer technology and an on-site café. It's easily accessible, just an 11-minute walk from Moreton train station. Tickets are reasonable, costing £12 for adults, and £10 for 16 and under, although family tickets can be purchased for £40.
4. Moreton Beach
This expansive sandy beach transforms with the tides – mainly shingle at high water, but revealing vast stretches of golden sand when the tide retreats.
The beach is recommended by the Marine Conservation Society for excellent bathing water quality and is patrolled by RNLI lifeguards daily from late May to the end of August.
Popular activities include sand-buggying and horse riding at low tide. A free car park, toilets, and an outdoor café sit behind the sea wall, with the distinctive silhouette of Leasowe Lighthouse forming the backdrop. Do keep an eye on the fast-moving tides if venturing onto the sandbanks.
5. Bidston Hill
Rising above the surrounding suburbs, Bidston Hill offers one of the finest viewpoints on the peninsula. From the summit, walkers can see Liverpool's iconic waterfront to the east and the Welsh hills to the west.
The heathland and woodland paths lead past intriguing features including ancient rock carvings attributed to Irish Norse settlers, a historic windmill, and the former observatory. The free car park adjacent to Tam O'Shanter Farm in Bidston Hill train station provides easy access, and a network of self-guided trails makes this suitable for all ages and abilities.
6. Tam O'Shanter Urban Farm
Nestled at the foot of Bidston Hill, this charming free-admission urban farm is run by a charitable trust. Visitors can meet alpacas, sheep, goats, pigs, chickens, ponies, rabbits, and guinea pigs in secure paddocks. The farm centres on a historic thatched cottage and includes two play areas, a café, and a gift shop.
Open daily from 9:30 am to 4 pm (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day), it makes an ideal family outing combined with a walk up Bidston Hill. Donations are welcome to support the animals' care.
