The Boathouse guidebook
The local area
New Brighton is a pretty seaside tourist resort just a 'Ferry across the Mersey' from Liverpool.
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Liverpool
New Brighton is a pretty seaside tourist resort just a 'Ferry across the Mersey' from Liverpool.
Welcome to The Boathouse built in 1864 in what is known by locals as the Magazines area.
FOOD & DRINK (on the doorstep)
The Boathouse is nestled between two pubs. The Pilot Boat directly opposite which is a foodie haven, they serve fabulous food daily and have a vast varied menu with lots of local produce. (please see menu). The Pilot boat has a small area for customers with dogs and also has a beer garden. The Magazines pub is around the corner and also serves food with a fabulous Sunday Roast, but is famous for its real ale and is a several times Camra award winning establishment. The Mags has two larger dog friendly areas and a large beer garden. Both pubs have weekly quiz nights and The Magazines has live music on Saturday night.
Leaving the property and bearing left around the corner past the cottages will lead you to Vale Park. This beautiful park has a café, play area and the very popular Fairy Village which is the fabulous work of a group of local residents/volunteers. The fairy Village which is set into the trees and gardens of the park is a magical experience for small and big kids too and a perfect place for a stroll with four legged friends. Throughout the school holidays a talent contest/show called joytime is held at the Bandstand, this tradition has been running for over 70 years for all ages of children and is still as popular as ever. On Sundays throughout the Summer months a brassband often play at the bandstand too which is free for all to enjoy (deckchairs provided).
A stroll across the brow and down the monkey steps (which can be seen from the kitchen dining area) will take you onto the promenade. Turn right and walk along the River Mersey with the world famous Liverpool skyline to your left, after 10-15 minutes you will find yourself at another pub called The Egremont (Eggy) Ferry which also serves food, its dining room boasts spectacular views off the Liver Buildings.
However if you turn left at the bottom of the monkey steps you will find yourself on New Brighton promenade, a popular seaside tourist resort. Why not book to see a play or show at The Floral Paviliion Theatre, numerous reatsurants along the promenade offer pre theatre dinner menus. The restaurants include Portfino (Italian), Flank (steakhouse cocktail bar), Marino Lounge (dog friendly) Ally (Greek/Turkish), all of which we can recommend. There is also a Prezzo, burger king, weatherspoons and fabulous seaside fish and chips,cafes donuts and hotdogs stalls all of which we have sampled for research purposes. And don’t forget café crème (opposite Starbucks) for the best ice cream on the wirral. Should you wish to buy supplies there is a large Morrisons in the same area, if you continue to walk along this end of the promenade the views will not disappoint as the River Mersey is very active and there are cruise ships in and out daily passing the New Brighton lighthouse and Napoleonic Fort. The beach along both sides of the monkey steps is beautiful anytime of the year.
Other local bars and restaurants can be found on Victoria Road which is a short walk up rorm the promenade at the side of the Floral Pavillion theatre, you will pass two cafes Remember When and Driftwood which are both great for breakfast after a morning stroll. Further up Victoria Road is the Olive tree restaurant and Habibi Vegan restaurant amongst an array of no chain independent bars and brewers (well worth a visit).
A walk up the hill from the front door will take you to Seabank Road where you will finad a butchers, veg shop, convenience store amongst an eclectic mix of gift shops, coffee shops and vintage shops. There is a fabulous antique shop and a great shop called concept corner which is full of local artisans wares from gifts to candles and cards. My favourite on Seabank Road is The Vintage Interior Fairy where you can grab a coffee whilst browsing through a great mix of French shabby chic antiques and vintage goodies. For exclusive fine dining we can recommend award winning Rockwood Bistro (booking recommended) or for more casual dining try Bootleggers next door, there is also Magic Spices for a fabulous curry. We have included leaflets for local attractions in walking distance which are listed below:
The Light Cinema
Floral Pavillion Theatre
Waterland
Golf
Bubbles world of play
Magazines Promenade
Magazines PromenadeWelcome to The Boathouse built in 1864 in what is known by locals as the Magazines area.
FOOD & DRINK (on the doorstep)
The Boathouse is nestled between two pubs. The Pilot Boat directly opposite which is a foodie haven, they serve fabulous food daily and have a vast varied menu with lots of local produce. (please see menu). The Pilot boat has a small area for customers with dogs and also has a beer garden. The Magazines pub is around the corner and also serves food with a fabulous Sunday Roast, but is famous for its real ale and is a several times Camra award winning establishment. The Mags has two larger dog friendly areas and a large beer garden. Both pubs have weekly quiz nights and The Magazines has live music on Saturday night.
Leaving the property and bearing left around the corner past the cottages will lead you to Vale Park. This beautiful park has a café, play area and the very popular Fairy Village which is the fabulous work of a group of local residents/volunteers. The fairy Village which is set into the trees and gardens of the park is a magical experience for small and big kids too and a perfect place for a stroll with four legged friends. Throughout the school holidays a talent contest/show called joytime is held at the Bandstand, this tradition has been running for over 70 years for all ages of children and is still as popular as ever. On Sundays throughout the Summer months a brassband often play at the bandstand too which is free for all to enjoy (deckchairs provided).
A stroll across the brow and down the monkey steps (which can be seen from the kitchen dining area) will take you onto the promenade. Turn right and walk along the River Mersey with the world famous Liverpool skyline to your left, after 10-15 minutes you will find yourself at another pub called The Egremont (Eggy) Ferry which also serves food, its dining room boasts spectacular views off the Liver Buildings.
However if you turn left at the bottom of the monkey steps you will find yourself on New Brighton promenade, a popular seaside tourist resort. Why not book to see a play or show at The Floral Paviliion Theatre, numerous reatsurants along the promenade offer pre theatre dinner menus. The restaurants include Portfino (Italian), Flank (steakhouse cocktail bar), Marino Lounge (dog friendly) Ally (Greek/Turkish), all of which we can recommend. There is also a Prezzo, burger king, weatherspoons and fabulous seaside fish and chips,cafes donuts and hotdogs stalls all of which we have sampled for research purposes. And don’t forget café crème (opposite Starbucks) for the best ice cream on the wirral. Should you wish to buy supplies there is a large Morrisons in the same area, if you continue to walk along this end of the promenade the views will not disappoint as the River Mersey is very active and there are cruise ships in and out daily passing the New Brighton lighthouse and Napoleonic Fort. The beach along both sides of the monkey steps is beautiful anytime of the year.
Other local bars and restaurants can be found on Victoria Road which is a short walk up rorm the promenade at the side of the Floral Pavillion theatre, you will pass two cafes Remember When and Driftwood which are both great for breakfast after a morning stroll. Further up Victoria Road is the Olive tree restaurant and Habibi Vegan restaurant amongst an array of no chain independent bars and brewers (well worth a visit).
A walk up the hill from the front door will take you to Seabank Road where you will finad a butchers, veg shop, convenience store amongst an eclectic mix of gift shops, coffee shops and vintage shops. There is a fabulous antique shop and a great shop called concept corner which is full of local artisans wares from gifts to candles and cards. My favourite on Seabank Road is The Vintage Interior Fairy where you can grab a coffee whilst browsing through a great mix of French shabby chic antiques and vintage goodies. For exclusive fine dining we can recommend award winning Rockwood Bistro (booking recommended) or for more casual dining try Bootleggers next door, there is also Magic Spices for a fabulous curry. We have included leaflets for local attractions in walking distance which are listed below:
The Light Cinema
Floral Pavillion Theatre
Waterland
Golf
Bubbles world of play
Sightseeing
World famous city with so much to explore.
Off the doorstep.....
The Boathouse is very close to the fabulous city of Liverpool. Visit Liverpool using one of 3 close by modes of transport which include bus (Seabank Road), train (New Brighton) or the world famous Ferry across the Mersey, perfect to take in the breath taking skyline including the Liver Birds, Beetham tower which houses the amazing Panoramic 34th floor restaurant and both Liverpool and Everton stadiums. There are endless things to experience in Liverpool some of which we have listed below:
Albert Dock with Maritime museum and Beatles museum
Mersey Ferry Cruise
Liverpool hop on/off bus tour
The cavern
Beatles tour (Penny Lane/Strawberry fields, homes of the Beatles)
Football stadium tour
World Museum. Museum of Liverpool & Walker art gallery
Cathedral tours (climb to the top of the Cathedral for a 360degree view of the city)
Theatres (Everyman, Playhouse, Empire, Neptune)
The multi cultural food, drink and shopping of Bold Street
The buzz of trendy restaurants and bars on Castle Street
The crazy nightlife of Mathew Street, including the Cavern
Vintage shopping, food & drink at The Baltic Market
Liverpool One (for shopping)
Cocktails at the rooftop bars (Liberte, Oh me Oh my, Ginos)
Tour of the Liver Buildings
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Liverpool
World famous city with so much to explore.
Off the doorstep.....
The Boathouse is very close to the fabulous city of Liverpool. Visit Liverpool using one of 3 close by modes of transport which include bus (Seabank Road), train (New Brighton) or the world famous Ferry across the Mersey, perfect to take in the breath taking skyline including the Liver Birds, Beetham tower which houses the amazing Panoramic 34th floor restaurant and both Liverpool and Everton stadiums. There are endless things to experience in Liverpool some of which we have listed below:
Albert Dock with Maritime museum and Beatles museum
Mersey Ferry Cruise
Liverpool hop on/off bus tour
The cavern
Beatles tour (Penny Lane/Strawberry fields, homes of the Beatles)
Football stadium tour
World Museum. Museum of Liverpool & Walker art gallery
Cathedral tours (climb to the top of the Cathedral for a 360degree view of the city)
Theatres (Everyman, Playhouse, Empire, Neptune)
The multi cultural food, drink and shopping of Bold Street
The buzz of trendy restaurants and bars on Castle Street
The crazy nightlife of Mathew Street, including the Cavern
Vintage shopping, food & drink at The Baltic Market
Liverpool One (for shopping)
Cocktails at the rooftop bars (Liberte, Oh me Oh my, Ginos)
Tour of the Liver Buildings
Cultural history of the docks including The Maritime Museum and The Beatles museum.
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Albert Dock
24 Edward PavilionCultural history of the docks including The Maritime Museum and The Beatles museum.
Liverpool Fc
Tours of the stadium for any true fans.
A step back in time for any Beatles fan and a great place to watch an upcoming band.
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Cavern Pub
5 Mathew StreetA step back in time for any Beatles fan and a great place to watch an upcoming band.
Take a tour of the many historical sights i Liverpool including Strawberry Fields and Penny Lane.
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Liverpool City Sights ltd
Take a tour of the many historical sights i Liverpool including Strawberry Fields and Penny Lane.
Take a tour around the stadium, a must for an Evertonian.
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Everton Football Club
Goodison RoadTake a tour around the stadium, a must for an Evertonian.
Take the tour to the top for spectacular views.
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Liver building
Take the tour to the top for spectacular views.
Take a trip to Liverpool on the world famous Ferry across the Mersey or try a 3 hour sightseeing cruise.
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Mersey Ferry Terminal
Take a trip to Liverpool on the world famous Ferry across the Mersey or try a 3 hour sightseeing cruise.
See the sights and sounds of Beatles Liverpool on the Magical Mystery Tour, with entertaining commentary and music.
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Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
32 Gower StSee the sights and sounds of Beatles Liverpool on the Magical Mystery Tour, with entertaining commentary and music.
The award-winning ‘The Beatles Story’ is the world’s largest permanent exhibition purely devoted to telling the story of The Beatles’ rise to fame, located in the band’s hometown of Liverpool.
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The Beatles Story
The award-winning ‘The Beatles Story’ is the world’s largest permanent exhibition purely devoted to telling the story of The Beatles’ rise to fame, located in the band’s hometown of Liverpool.
Shopping
Liverpool ONE
5 Wall StFabulous shopping!
A full days worth of shopping!
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Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet
Kinsey RoadA full days worth of shopping!
Food scene
An eclectic mix of restaurants, bars and shops throughout day and night.
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Bold Street
Bold StreetAn eclectic mix of restaurants, bars and shops throughout day and night.
A varied selection or restaurants, bars and pubs including Portfino (Italian), Marino Lounge (dog friendly) Ally (Greek/Turkish), all of which we can recommend. There is also a Prezzo, burger king, Weatherspoons and seaside favourites fish and chips, donuts and hotdogs stalls all of which we have sampled for research purposes. And don’t forget café crème (opposite Starbucks) for the best ice cream on the wirral.
Marine Promenade
Marine PromenadeA varied selection or restaurants, bars and pubs including Portfino (Italian), Marino Lounge (dog friendly) Ally (Greek/Turkish), all of which we can recommend. There is also a Prezzo, burger king, Weatherspoons and seaside favourites fish and chips, donuts and hotdogs stalls all of which we have sampled for research purposes. And don’t forget café crème (opposite Starbucks) for the best ice cream on the wirral.
If you fancy some fine dining in fabulous surroundings this restaurant is a 5 minute walk away, please book in advance.
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Rockwood Bistro
239 Seabank RdIf you fancy some fine dining in fabulous surroundings this restaurant is a 5 minute walk away, please book in advance.
An upmarket selection of bars and restaurants.
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Castle Street
Castle StreetAn upmarket selection of bars and restaurants.
Caffe Cream of New Brighton
1 Marine PointIndulge in an award winning ice cream.
Baltic Market is place for fussy friends and picky palates, zealous vegans and juicy meat lovers, the gluten free and the never full. Home of halloumi fries, frozen gin slush and bubble waffles. Gyros and wood-fired pizzas. A place for everyone and everything. So bring your loved one, your mates, your Nan or your Chihuahua and join in a weekly celebration of everything that makes Liverpool great. Liverpool’s first street food market – come and take a bite.
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baltic market
107 Stanhope StBaltic Market is place for fussy friends and picky palates, zealous vegans and juicy meat lovers, the gluten free and the never full. Home of halloumi fries, frozen gin slush and bubble waffles. Gyros and wood-fired pizzas. A place for everyone and everything. So bring your loved one, your mates, your Nan or your Chihuahua and join in a weekly celebration of everything that makes Liverpool great. Liverpool’s first street food market – come and take a bite.
This Michellin star restaurant is on a quiet suburban street in the pretty conservation village of Oxton, the discreet and understated façade leads you into an intimate, modern space created with a theme of natural elements inspired by the shoreline.
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Fraiche
11 Rose MountThis Michellin star restaurant is on a quiet suburban street in the pretty conservation village of Oxton, the discreet and understated façade leads you into an intimate, modern space created with a theme of natural elements inspired by the shoreline.
Nightlife
Full of Beatles history and a lively nightout.
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Mathew Street
Mathew StreetFull of Beatles history and a lively nightout.
Activities
Bubbles' World of Play
20 King's ParadeThe largest indoor soft play in Europe for infants.
Relax with a film followed by dinner.
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Light Cinema New Brighton
Relax with a film followed by dinner.
Listed third in The Guardian’s feature on the world’s most sensational minigolf courses, Championship Adventure Golf is a fun, family friendly day out featuring a course with a number of Wirral landmarks such as New Brighton Lighthouse! If you’ve dreamt of playing on some of the world’s most famous courses, including St Andrews, your details will come true – you can take on miniature versions of the world’s most famous courses.
Championship Adventure Golf
King's ParadeListed third in The Guardian’s feature on the world’s most sensational minigolf courses, Championship Adventure Golf is a fun, family friendly day out featuring a course with a number of Wirral landmarks such as New Brighton Lighthouse! If you’ve dreamt of playing on some of the world’s most famous courses, including St Andrews, your details will come true – you can take on miniature versions of the world’s most famous courses.
Great place for adults and kids alike, book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Wild Shore New Brighton
Great place for adults and kids alike, book in advance to avoid disappointment.
Riverside Bowl & LaserQuest
Marine PromenadeEnjoy some family friendly entertainment.
The Hilbre Islands truly are one of the most beautiful locations for walking in Wirral, or spotting rare and endangered wildlife. The islands are an archipelago, and classed as one of just 43 unbridged tidal islands in the UK that can be reached on foot from the mainland.
Hilbre Islands are situated at the mouth of the Dee Estuary, which is one of the ten most important estuaries in Europe for overwintering wildfowl and waders. Hilbre Islands are also important as a stopping-off point for the twice-yearly migration of birds along the west coast of Britain. On the island is the Hilbre Island Bird Observatory.
The summer months also provide a perfect opportunity to see Grey Seals swimming just off-shore, bobbing their heads above the water and watching those on the island. They pay close attention, as once the public leaves as the tide comes in, the Seals come ashore.
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Hilbre Island
The Hilbre Islands truly are one of the most beautiful locations for walking in Wirral, or spotting rare and endangered wildlife. The islands are an archipelago, and classed as one of just 43 unbridged tidal islands in the UK that can be reached on foot from the mainland.
Hilbre Islands are situated at the mouth of the Dee Estuary, which is one of the ten most important estuaries in Europe for overwintering wildfowl and waders. Hilbre Islands are also important as a stopping-off point for the twice-yearly migration of birds along the west coast of Britain. On the island is the Hilbre Island Bird Observatory.
The summer months also provide a perfect opportunity to see Grey Seals swimming just off-shore, bobbing their heads above the water and watching those on the island. They pay close attention, as once the public leaves as the tide comes in, the Seals come ashore.
For a great summer or school holiday experience, visit the Maize Maze at Gregory's Farm. Here you'll find family fun and adventure with its seven acre maze - created in the growing maize field, and will test your sense of direction to the limit. There are also lots of other indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy.
Brimstage
For a great summer or school holiday experience, visit the Maize Maze at Gregory's Farm. Here you'll find family fun and adventure with its seven acre maze - created in the growing maize field, and will test your sense of direction to the limit. There are also lots of other indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy.