Let’s go for a walk and I’ll tell you a story - Castle Street, Liverpool

One of the original “Seven Streets of Liverpool”, Castle Street was until fairly recently the city’s main commercial thoroughfare and still retains magnificent architecture.

Starting at the Town Hall, we’ll walk as far as the Law Courts, with short diversions into side streets. Along the way we’ll discover the elephant, camel and crocodile at the Town Hall, traces of Blitz damage, grand Liver Birds (and a tiny one), a 19th-century mosaic, and even some 21st-century street art.

Come for the walk, stay for the stories.

Your Guide

David Hearn is a historian, published author and experienced public speaker with an MA in International Slavery Studies from the University of Liverpool. He leads specialist walking tours of Liverpool and New Brighton and regularly contributes to radio and television discussions on history.

About These Walks

These small-group walks are unhurried and conversation-led, with time to pause, notice and reflect.

Storytelling focused rather than scripted, they help you learn to “read” the city and see familiar places from fresh perspectives.

French-language walks available on request.

Practical Information

Start: 10:30am

Meeting point: Outside Liverpool Town Hall, Castle Street

Duration: Approximately 1.5–2 hours

Accessibility: Fully accessible and step-free (unless otherwise stated)

Getting there: 2 minutes from Moorfields Station, 5 minutes from James Street Station

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