Birkenhead Priory: This Benedictine Monastery established in around 1150, is the oldest standing building on Merseyside. First restored over a century ago the site continues to develop with museums displays, education/meeting/concert space and chapel dedicated to HMS Conway (open by appointment). Climb the tower of Birkenhead's first parish church, now also a memorial to those who lost their lives aboard the submarine Thetis, and experience the magnificent views up, down and across the Mersey to Liverpool.
Open:
Summer: Wednesday Friday 1pm 5pm
Saturday & Sunday 10am 5pm
Winter: Wednesday Friday 12 noon
Saturday & Sunday 10am 4pm
Also open Bank Holidays
Other times by appointment only
Check for Christmas/New Year openings
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