Great Days Out: Port Sunlight

12th August 2009

Here at visitwirral.com we know that it is difficult to keep kids entertained all summer - so here's some ideas at Port Sunlight:

Visit the Lady Lever Art Gallery.

Set in the attractive garden village of Port Sunlight, the Lady Lever Art Gallery is famous for its collections of 18th and 19th century paintings, 18th century furniture and outstanding Wedgwood. Visitors can also enjoy beautiful Chinese porcelain, tapestries and embroideries, classical antiquities and Pre-Raphaelites, paintings by Turner and Constable.

Lady Lever Art Gallery is also fantastic for families - with gallery trails, a dedicated children's learning area, story telling and art sessions especially for children. Admission is free, as are all activities.

For more information: www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ladylever

Visit Port Sunlight Museum and Garden Village

Located just across the road from Lady Lever Art Gallery is the Port Sunlight Museum. The museum offers a unique insight into the way of life for the very first villagers and workers of Port Sunlight during late Victorian and Edwardian times. Featuring interactive displays on the history of the village, they also have an exciting events programme is on offer throughout the year aimed at both adult learners and family groups. Events are staged both in the Museum and on the green spaces in the village.

For more information - www.portsunlightvillage.com