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Western Approaches Self Guided Tour

4.8(580)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 580 reviews2 hFree cancellationBy Western Approaches Museum
Western Approaches Self Guided Tour

About this activity

Western Approaches offers a truly unique glimpse of a hidden, secret world which had an important place and role to play in war torn Liverpool.

Now, the bunker is a hidden gem and an important time capsule left as it would have been in 1945. Visiting the bunker not only explains the vital work achieved within it, it also brings to life stories of the people who served there and even lived there.

80% of the 300 staff who worked there at any one time were women aged between 17-22 and we recognise the hard work, sacrifice and expertise these women had and the roles they performed.

Walk through hidden rooms and discover the stories locked in the wartime bunker that protected the tactics and secrets of the British Armed Forces plotting to bulwark the Western Approaches and aid the Allied victory.

The bunker is a museum but we fully encourage visitors to sit at the desks, touch the typewriters and telephones used by the staff to discover a truly immersive experience.

What's included

  • ✓Each guest is given an identity card as their museum pass, identical to the original staff passes

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note there are steps down into the bunker

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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