The Wirral is a beautiful part of Merseyside, known for witnessing some huge historic events, including the arrival of the Vikings, Britain’s bloodiest battle and the first British gunfire in World War I.
Just over the water from Liverpool, the peninsula was once home to medieval villages and hamlets, and a number of its historic buildings have stood proud for centuries, including some treasured, traditional pubs.
Here we take a look at some of the Wirral’s oldest watering holes where you can still get a pint, with one dating back more than 400 years. Is your local on the list?
5. The Crown, Birkenhead CH45
The Crown is an historic pub in Birkenhead, which was built in the 19th century. Much of its original interior is still intact and Historic England first granted it Grade II-listed status in 1992. | Image: What Pub Photo: What Pub
6. Stork Hotel, Birkenhead CH45
Originally built in the mid 19th century, the Grade II-listed Stork Hotel has an eye-catching exterior and superb interior, including a semi-circular alcove where the mosaic-floored corridor sweeps in a curve through 90 degrees. | Rodhullandemu/Wikimedia Photo: Rodhullandemu/Wikimedia
7. Jug & Bottle, Heswall CH60
The Jug and Bottle was built in the 1870s as a private house, before being converted to offices and then a pub. Hidden behind the village hall and library, it is a short distance Heswall's main shopping street. | Jug & Bottle Photo: Jug & Bottle
8. The Bridge Inn, Port Sunlight CH62
Built in 1900 from roughcast on brick base with timber bands over the ground floor, Historic England first the Bridge Inn awarded Grade II-listed status in 1965. Situated in the centre of the picturesque Port Sunlight village conservation area. Now owned by Greene King, the building comprises a two-storey public house and restaurant with accommodation above. | Rodhullandemu/Wikimedia Photo: Rodhullandemu/Wikimedia