Liverpool's Irish Heritage Bus Tour

Name: Liverpool's Irish Heritage Bus Tour
Start: 2025-05-24T11:00:00+01:00
Location: The Pumphouse, Liverpool Docks

Schedule

Sat, 24 May, 2025 at 11:00 am

UTC+01:00

Location

The Pumphouse, Liverpool Docks | Liverpool, EN

Step back in time and discover Liverpool's deep connections to Ireland on this immersive heritage tour! 🇮🇪 Join a guided bus tour led by a passionate local historian, exploring the landmarks that tell the story of Irish migration, resilience, and the city's unique role in Irish history.
📍 Stops on the tour include:
• Clarence Dock: Learn about Liverpool’s role as a gateway for Irish famine survivors arriving during the Great Hunger
• Famine Monument at the Bombed-Out Church: Hear the stories of those who fled the famine and how they built new lives in Liverpool
• St. Patrick's Plaque near Scotland Road: Discover the tale of St. Patrick preaching here before his return to Ireland and its significance for the Irish community
• James Larkin Monument on Combermere Street: Explore the legacy of this Irish trade union leader and Liverpool’s ties to the labor movement
• The old Irish Centre building: Discover the history of this cultural hub and its role in uniting the Irish community in Liverpool
• Liverpool Irish Volunteers Plaque inside St. Anthony's Catholic Church: Learn about Liverpool’s contribution to the Irish Volunteers and the city's connection to the events of 1916
- Greenwich Park in Aintree: Visit the historic site where the Irish Volunteers organised activities, including GAA games and parades, which helped shape Liverpool’s connection to the Easter Rising.
• Fenian Monument at Ford Cemetery: Reflect on the stories of the Fenians buried here and Liverpool’s role in the Fenian movement
🎟️ Tickets: £25 (includes bus & expert guide)
📅 Date: Saturday, 24 May 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Meeting Point: The Pumphouse, Albert Dock, L3 4AN
Don’t miss this incredible journey through Liverpool’s Irish history.
Seats are limited – book now to secure your spot!