The perfect choice for a fun, educational day out.
Wednesday 11 July (sold out)
Step on board and enjoy a journey through Merseyside’s waterfront heritage as you investigate the local wildlife within the River Mersey’s diverse ecosystem.
Mersey Ferries in partnership with Climatlantic will be running two-hour long cruises along Liverpool’s renowned waterfront. Featuring top environmental experts and professional RSPB field teachers, the Wildlife Eco-cruise creates a living classroom on the water.
Climatlantic is part of a Europeon wide project in association with other countries located along the Atlantic coastline. Working in partnership with these countries, the scheme allows an opportunity for learning and development on ways to reduce collective carbon footprints around Europe.
Highlights of the Mersey Ferries Wildlife Eco-Cruise include:
- Free Wildlife Eco-Cruise workbook for passengers
- Birdwatching and talks with RSPB – see up to 25 varieties of birds!
- Examine the Mersey’s ecosystem under the microscope on the ‘plankton Trawl’ with experts from National Museums and Galleries Burbo Bank Wind Farm and experts from Dong Energy discussing this new resource
- Fascinating commentary from Mersey Ferries on the history of this renowned passage
- Liverpool’s Three Graces – The best views of the UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Anthony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ on Crosby Beach
View the Experience!
Departs Pier Head, Liverpool at 10.00am and Seacombe at 10.15am.
The cost is £7 per child.
One free adult ticket for every 6 children’s tickets (additional adults £7)
Advanced booking is required as places are limited, please call: 0151 330 1444.
Notes
All timings are approximate
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