Be amazed on this unmissable and essential tour as you hear about Liverpool – the second city of the Empire and the influence it had on the rest of the World.

Hear how the murder of an American sea captain caused a diplomatic incident at a time before the American Civil War.

Explore a Late Georgian / Victorian Cemetery in a light-hearted tour as you learn about the social history of Liverpool and the lives of some of the leading industrialists and forward-thinkers of the time.

Liverpool expanded rapidly during the late Georgian and Victorian period. The wealthy began moving away from the overcrowded river front and were living in grand Georgian terraces. Interspersed with these grand houses were court dwellings (or slum housing) fitted into any available space. These were the early examples of social housing.

With many of the church graveyards full and no nearby cemetery the need arose for a new one.

A disused and depleted stone quarry became a great leveller where the rich and poor from this expanding Liverpool population were buried alongside each other.

During your visit you will hear about the social history of Liverpool and the people (rich and poor) who lived during this time. The visit is enhanced by the opportunity to produce your very own works of art with wax rubbings taken directly from the stone monuments and memorials.

The tour is led by someone who has lived their whole life in Liverpool and grew up during some of the difficult times of the 80s. Hear their tales of life in Liverpool – the hardships, the fun and the legacy of the past.