There’s so much to love about the spring season, with the warmer weather, longer days and blooming flowers. In this guide, we’re got 10 activities that will help to make your spring unforgettable. From immersing yourself in the city region’s history at local museums and exploring art galleries to reconnecting with nature through invigorating walks and gardening adventures. So, dust off your walking shoes, grab your gardening gloves and check out our list of fun spring activities in Liverpool and the city region.
1. Nature Walks
There are so many great local nature walks to take on Merseyside and springtime is perfect to see them at their best. The Sefton and West Lancashire coastal path and Undiscovered Formby walks are lovely scenic routes to see the River Mersey and surroundings. There’s also the beautiful Wirral Circular Trail, a longer walk with stunning views of the Dee Estuary.
Have a read of our Spring walks on Merseyside article for even more walking inspiration.
2. Spring Planting
Get planting this spring for a very colourful summer and a way to reconnect with nature. Summer bulbs are ideal for patio containers and add colour to mixed borders without taking up much space.
Bulbs such as Alliums, Agapanthus and Cannas can be planted in spring, when the soil is beginning to warm up. The National Trust and the BBC have some great planting tips to get you started.
3. Take A Course
Try something new this spring and start a new course or volunteer for a charity. You could learn British Sign Language (BSL) or check out these arts and crafts classes like drawing, painting, pottery making, photography courses and more.
4. Volunteer
You may also like to volunteer or an event or charity and you can check out lots of opportunities on our website here.
5. Museums & Art Galleries
Visit a gallery or museum and take in the exhibitions currently on display. Liverpool City Region galleries and museums:
- Open Eye Gallery (Photography)
- FACT (Contemporary art)
- Bluecoat
- Tate Liverpool / RIBA North
- National Museums Liverpool (World Museum, Walker Art Gallery, Museum of Liverpool, Sudley House, Lady Lever Art Gallery, International Slavery Museum and the Maritime Museum)
- Port Sunlight Museum
- The Atkinson
- Williamson Art Gallery
- Kirby Gallery and Museum
6. Nature Watching
As spring comes into life, it’s good to get outdoors with the family to discover birds and wildlife. The RSPB have a comprehensive set of online resources for identifying birds and signs of spring.
The BBC also have many resources for spring online, including archives and activities based around their Springwatch programme. The site includes tips on feeding and photographing wildlife.
7. Walking Tour
There’s lots of great walking tours you can go on around Liverpool including Reel Tours’ Film & TV location tours, Shiverpool’s Historic Ghost Tours, a Beatles walking tour and more – check out our full guide to the city’s walking tours here.
8. Arts Markets & Farmers Markets
Support local by visiting arts markets where you can find lovely gifts for friends family and yourself. There’s also some great farmers markets selling fresh, seasonal produce.
9. Ferry Across The Mersey
You won’t get many better views of the city than you do when you’re on the Mersey ferry. Bring your camera or your phone and capture some photos of the famous skyline!
10. Relax In The Park
With an abundance of beautiful parks in the city region why not head to the likes of Sefton Park, Calderstones, Birkenhead Park or wherever your favourite green space is and just relax as the weather starts to get warmer and the evenings stay lighter for longer.
To find out what’s happening across the Liverpool city region have a look at our What’s On event listings.