You probably think you've seen it all in Wirral.
But the peninsula has some secrets up its sleeves, including hidden micro breweries, little-known cafes and speakeasies you've probably never heard of.
There is so much of Wirral still to discover, but we've taken a look at all the places you may not even know exist in Wirral to give you a head start on your checklist.
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Whether you're looking for somewhere new to explore on a day out, a restaurant you've never tried before, or somewhere for a cultural experience, there's plenty to discover.
Here are 22 fascinating places you've may have never seen before in Wirral:
1. Glen Affric Brewery, Birkenhead
Thousands of motorists using the Birkenhead tunnel pass by the Glen Affric Brewery every day, but may never have noticed.
The brewery and taproom, which launched in 2016, is run by Trevor McCormick and his family and has only grown its following in the years since.
Visitors can relax in the taproom and try some of Glen Affrick’s 30 beers on site, which include American IPA Medal of Mosaic and Pilsner Loch & Load.
2. The Refreshment Rooms, Rock Ferry
Nestled along the Wirral shoreline near Rock Ferry Bypass, The Refreshment Rooms looks out across the River Mersey towards Liverpool’s Brunswick Dock.
Previously the Admiral pub, the restaurant launched in 2012 and took back its former name of The Refreshment Rooms.
Since then, it has been refurbished several times, speeding through the ranks on TripAdvisor and becoming known as a popular gastro pub.
The restaurant features several pieces of history within its walls, including a bar made out of repurposed wood from Wirral Grammar School and an enormous glass chandelier that once hung in Cunard House.
3. Inspirations Wholesale, Bromborough
Hidden away inside an industrial estate in Bromborough, Inspirations Wholesale is loved by shoppers - if they manage to find it.
Inspirations launched in 1990, stocking more than 55,000 products at any one time, and it’s always popular when the festive season comes around.
The store is loved by shoppers each year, becoming the go-to for many when it comes to decorating their homes at Christmastime.
During the festive season the wholesaler, which also specialises in homeware and florist supplies, is home to a range of must-have Christmas items, including trees, decorations, wreaths, lights and more.
4. The Blind Pig, Heswall
Tucked away in sleepy Heswall, The Blind Pig is a speakeasy specialising in all things gin.
The Blind Pig offers 106 different weird and wonderful gins, including those that change colour and even ones that taste just like rhubarb and custard.
The bar also stocks a range of other rate spirits and features a cocktail menu inspired by the illicit underground dens that were hidden away in Chicago during the Prohibition-era.
The bar is styled to look just like a 1920s, Prohibition era speakeasy, with an antique till that is more than 110 years old.
It is tucked away on Telegraph Road in Heswall, with a sister location in West Kirby.
5. Thor’s Stone, Thurstaston
At the top of Thurstaston Common there is a sandstone top that is known as Thor's Stone.
It was thought that the formation was man-made but geologists believe it to be a natural structure due to weathering of the stone over years.
People have carved messages, names and love notes into the rock face and from the top you are treated to stunning views of the Wirral peninsula.
6. Hilbre Island, West Kirby
Just off the coast of West Kirby is a little archipelago of islands, and it has become a favourite pastime of many to walk across to the islands during low tide.
For many, there’s nothing quite like spending the afternoon there.
7. The Lazy Landlord, Wallasey
A tiny micro pub inside a converted shop, The Lazy Landlord is tucked away on the outskirts of Liscard.
Serving five cask ales from both local and nationwide breweries, as well as a selection of bottled beers, the pub is a haven for real ale lovers.
8. Sawasdee, Birkenhead
Hidden in plain sight in Birkenhead's business district, Sawasdee Thai restaurant is considered by many a hidden gem in Wirral.
Serving up a range of Thai dishes including Gai Gor Leh, Tod Mun Pla, Geow Grob and more, Sawasdee is a hit with foodies.
9. Blooming Skull Coffee, New Ferry
An independent vegetarian coffee shop tucked away in New Ferry, Blooming Skull offers a foodie haven.
Along with a range of delicious coffees, the café serves a range of brunch options and cakes such as chocolate marble cake and vegan cinnamon buns.
10. Wirral Transport Museum, Birkenhead
Free to enter, the Wirral Transport Museum is filled with fascinating transport-themed displays and old trams which have been restored by the volunteers.
Visitors can wander through the museum’s collection of trams, buses, cars, motorcycles and cycles, see the model railway and take in an array of transport memorabilia.
11. Murals in the Victoria Quarter, New Brighton
A series of artwork by local and national artists have been bringing life to the Victoria Quarter in New Brighton.
You can take a walk through the area and stumble upon a series of stunning murals such as painting of a pirate, Peter Pan and Martin Luther King.
12. The Plasterers Arms, Hoylake
Blending seamlessly into the row of houses it's set into, there’s a good chance there are still people in Hoylake who have never heard of The Plasterers Arm.
But it is popular with those who know it, having become a proper community pub.
13. The Cottage Loaf, Thurstaston
Built in the 1920s, the Cottage Loaf is very handy for Wirral Country Park.
It’s a popular place for people to relax after going on a walk around the park.
Inside there are open fires and plenty of tables to enjoy the food which has visitors popping along from miles away.
14. Red Rocks, Hoylake
Just a short walk from Hoylake shore is a place known as Red Rocks.
The striking rust coloured sand dunes and shallow bay makes it the perfect setting to watch the sun go down.
There’s also rock pools that support a small population of natterjack toads, so it’s perfect for the kids to have a paddle and explore.
As well as the stunning setting itself, it also overlooks the picturesque Hilbre Islands.
15. Vale Park Fairy Village
Vale Park is home to Fairy Village, an enchanting family garden that is perfect for taking your little ones exploring.
The driftwood forest is situated near a couple’s lodge at the far end of the park, and was created when they decided to repurpose some driftwood left over from the Black Pearl to create a fairy glen.
Since then, the glen has grown into a huge fairy village that attracts visitors from across Merseyside every day.
16. Ness Gardens, Little Neston
Ness Garden has fantastic views across the River Dee to North Wales.
The Rock Garden has been reinvigorated and the Water Gardens and Mediterranean Banks have been developed.
It has show gardens, a Victorian-style potager garden and a cafe.
The site is on Neston Road, in Little Neston.
17. The Sun Lounge Café, Port Sunlight
Dubbed one of Wirral’s “best kept secrets”, The Sun Lounge Café is part of the Port Sunlight Garden Centre, and a quiet retreat for anyone looking for some rest.
On its Facebook page, the café is described as "a gem" and "one of the areas best kept secrets nestled in the conservation area of Port Sunlight Village".
The café has its own in house bakers who supply a selection of freshly made cakes and scones alongside gluten free sweet treats, too.
18. Wimpy, Birkenhead
Not quite a hidden gem, but Wimpy’s Birkenhead restaurant is its last in Merseyside.
Wimpy is tucked away inside the Grange & Pyramids shopping complex in Princes Pavement and is still serving the old favourites we all remember.
The restaurant has been there for more than 40 years, and while it has been renovated over the years, it’s still classic Wimpy.
19. Flaybrick Hill Cemetery, Claughton
Flaybrick Hill Cemetery is home to about 200,000 souls and definitely one for the brave.
It has two chapels at the top that are in ruins, giving the place a haunted feel.
You can enter the cemetery on Tollemache Road, Claughton.
There are a host of interesting graves there and the place is full of wildlife, including butterflies hedgehogs, birds of many types and more.
20. Brimstage Maze, Birkenhead
Brimstage Maze is a sight to see - and enjoy - in Wirral.
Each summer the maze opens with a new design to keep visitors entertained, taking about an hour to 90 minutes to complete.
It's described as a giant growing puzzle made from more than a million individual maize plants which grow up to seven feet high.
It includes over three miles of pathways and as you find your way around the maze there are clues to discover and puzzles to solve.
21. Tam O’Shanter Farm, Bidston
Tam O’Shanter historic cottage and free urban farm is run by a charitable trust with the aim of providing an enjoyable and educational experience for kids and adults alike.
It is a firm favourite with parents in Wirral, so if you haven't been yet, it is worth the trip. And it even has a forest school.
22. Burton Mere, Neston
The gateway to the Dee Estuary reserve, Burton Mere Wetlands is the perfect outdoor retreat.
The freshwater wetland is filled with wildlife, including swallows, swifts, avocets, harriers and noisy redshanks.
It’s perfect for taking a long walk on a summer’s day - or winter, if you’re willing to brave the cold.
