Eastham

History

Built in 1152CE, St Mary's Church is the heart of the medieval Eastham Village. Often cited as one of the oldest settlements on Wirral, it has been inhabited since Anglo-Saxon times. Since the Middle Ages, a ferry service has operated across the Mersey between Eastham and Liverpool. 

In the 1840's a pleasure garden was built at Eastham, and combined with the operating Mersey ferry, Eastham became known as the 'Richmond of the Mersey'. The pleasure gardens fell into disrepair and were closed in the 20th century, leaving the area to become a Woodland and Country Park. 

Today

Eastham Village can be enjoyed best by walking through the village. From St Mary's beautiful church, with its broad spire, and stunning stained glass windows, take a leisurely walk through the village.

Eastham Country Park covers 40 hectacres along the River Mersey. There are cliff top walks, with superb views across the river as ships enter and leave the manchester Ship Canal. Much of the park is mature deciduous woodland, with large open fields for picnics and games. There is a good footpath network, a bridleway and cycle paths, and also a visitor centre with wildlife garden, praking, tilets and a large wooded 'dog free' play area.