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Excursions On Wednesday afternoon, why not join us on our excursions to Hilbre Island, The Blue Planet Aquarium, Speke Hall, or alternatively, indulge in a spot of 5-a-side Football. See below for details. Booking and payment for an excursion should be made on the registration form. Last minute bookings MAY be possible on arrival if places are still available. You are, of course, free to explore the shopping and attractions of the City of Liverpool and the surrounding region. Visit the Tourist Information Centre in Queen Square for ideas of what to see and do, and how to get there. Hilbre Island Hilbre Island is a small sandstone island approximately one mile offshore from West Kirby on the north west coast of Wirral. The island can only be reached at low tide via a two-mile walk across West Kirby sands, and it is completely cut off at high tide. The island now hosts the X-band radar system and web cam run under the umbrella of the POL Coastal Observatory. Hilbre is also something of a wildlife haven, with a colony of Atlantic grey seals usually visible, both playing in the waters around the island and also hauled out on the sandbanks across the channel from the island. Due to its isolated position and unique habitat there are several colonies of rare plants, including rock lavender and sea spleenwort. Those wishing to go on this trip are strongly advised to bring a pair of waterproof walking boots or wellies as well as warm and waterproof clothing, as the trip across the sands can be quite wet underfoot and some of the rocky paths are slippery. There is little or no shelter on the island and no drinking water or public toilets! Cost £7 per person.
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