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Get back to where it all began with this ‘Fab Four’ of a guided musical walking tour of Woolton. Discover the history of this beautiful English village on the outskirts of Liverpool, that dates to the Domesday book & where John famously met first met Paul in 1957. Stroll through historic streets & see iconic sites like John Lennon's childhood home & Strawberry Field. With expert guides accompanied by their Ukuleles or guitars, who share their passion for the Fab Four, enjoy a fun-filled experience, complete with opportunities to sing along to their legendary songs. This tour is perfect for Beatles fans & history fanatics alike, offering insights into the lives of John and Paul in their teenage years.
- Guided walking tour 135 minutes
- Visit significant Beatles locations including St. Peters Church & Eleanor Rigby’s gravestone
- Small group sizes with a maximum of 20 participants for a personalized experience
- Accessible for strollers and wheelchairs, making it suitable for all ages
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet in the centre of Woolton (a village 7 miles outside the city centre) close to the entrance to the old Duck Pond Car Park in front of a small white building (Woolton Tuition), 22b Woolton Street, L25 5JA. Suggested travel by taxi; Bus (number 78 from the city centre) or car (free street parking)
Itinerary
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Your guide (who will be wearing purple) will meet you in the centre of this historic village, at 22b Woolton Street, Woolton.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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WOOLTON PICTURE HOUSE: This lovely Art Deco styled picture house first opened in 1927 and would have been the local cinema for Paul & John to see the latest movies.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3St. Peter's Church, Woolton
ST PETER'S CHURCH HALL, CHURCH AND GRAVEYARD: St Peters Church, where John Lennon was a choir boy, Church Hall and graveyard are a special place for all Beatle's fans to see and visit. You will see the church hall where John and Paul famously met for the first time, and you may even get the chance to step inside the hall and stand on the spot where they were first introduced. Your guide will show you around the nearby graveyard, pointing out several gravestones that are rumoured to have influenced Beatles songs including famously Eleanor Rigby. (For any Liverpool Football Club fans you can also see the gravestone of Bob Paisley-one of the most successful manager in Liverpool Football Club's history).
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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REYNOLDS PARK: Close your eyes and imagine hanging out with John Lennon and his gang ' The Outlaws' in this lovely park and gardens that date back over 200 years.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Strawberry Field
STRAWBERRY FIELD: On this tour you will visit many iconic locations that inspired Beatles songs, none more so than Strawberry Field that had such an influence on the Beatles and especially on John Lennon in later life. You will have free time to visit the garden where you will see the original and famous red gates, cafe & gift shop.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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VALE ROAD LIVERPOOL: On your way to see John Lennon's childhood home you will pass by the former home of probably the most famous musical matchmakers in history- Ivan Vaughan.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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JOHN LENNON'S CHILDHOOD HOME: The tour will stop outside Mendips, 251 Menlove Avenue, the house where John Lennon lived there with his house-proud Aunt Mimi, in the 1950s, is a memorable experience for all Beatles fans. The house is now a National Trust property and is not part of this tour- this can only be arranged directly with the National Trust.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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DAIRY COTTAGE: Dating from the 1830's and once a dairy supplying the village this pretty cottage was once a home where John Lennon lived as a small child.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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WOOLTON LIBRARY & BATHS: As you make your way back to the village centre you will see some great examples of victorian and Georgian buildings and houses including the old village library and baths that were once childhood haunts of John Lennon.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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WOOLTON VILLAGE CLUB: As you step towards the end of your tour you will visit the Village Club in Woolton where the Quarrymen played many years ago and is still the cultural heartbeat of this vibrant village.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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