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27/07/202505/09/2025Chris Iles

FoWT win TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award 2025, for 8th consecutive year.

09/01/202609/01/2026Chris Iles

Next FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by David Hearn, “The Battle of the Atlantic”

21/12/202522/12/2025Chris Iles

Chris Palmer, RIP

15/12/202515/12/2025Chris Iles

Our Christmas and New Year Opening Hours

06/12/202509/01/2026Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by Mike Royden, “Dr. Duncan – Medical Officer of Health”

07/11/202509/01/2026Chris Iles

2026 Talks and Guest Speakers

07/11/202506/12/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by David Everleigh, “Bogs, Baths and Basins – the Story of Domestic Sanitation”

14/10/202507/11/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by John Lamb, “James Cropper and Liverpool’s unheralded contribution to the Abolition of Slavery”

14/09/202514/10/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by Tina Naples, “The Lancashire Witches”

25/08/202526/08/2025Chris Iles

FoWT – Annual General Meeting 2025

15/08/202513/09/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by Rob Dolphin, “The Story of Flaybrick from its opening in 1864 to the present day”

15/07/202515/08/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by John Parr, “Saving Chapman – The Last Hilbre Island Lifeboat”

03/07/202507/07/2025Chris Iles

New Fridge Magnet designs available…

02/07/202520/09/2025Chris Iles

The other King of Edge Hill…

12/06/202515/07/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by Keith Edwards, “Caves and Caving”

10/06/202508/07/2025Chris Iles

A Croatian Odyssey

02/06/202502/06/2025Chris Iles

Possible closure of the Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre on Smithdown Lane?

25/05/202512/06/2025Chris Iles

Previous FoWT monthly meeting: A talk by Rob Toomey, “A visitors’ guide to the mining and making of copper in Wales”

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5 star ratingVery different experience! Amazing trip to tunnels, with a fascinating description of the background to their construction. Tom was an excellent guide.
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
03/06/25
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5 star rating
03/06/25
Very different experience! Amazing trip to tunnels, with a fascinating description of the background to their construction. Tom was an excellent guide.
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5 star ratingWhat an intriguing place. Well worth a visit 😁👍 What an amazing little discovery I thought to myself as we walked up the road to the entrance from the car park, our first fantastic host telling us the history of the Joseph Williamson and the tunnels discovery.

Right from the get go, going down those first few steps underground this place captivated my imagination. It's like something out of a book. It's so fascinating to see and hear the history of these odd spaces, all whilst being stood inside them deep underground on some unassuming street in Liverpool.

Definitely worth a visit or three. Great guys that run the place who are all volunteer. The work that has gone into excavating and rediscovering these spaces is incredible.

Go visit and see for yourself, this allows the FOWT to keep finding more of this incredible story.

10/10
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Rochdale, United Kingdom
18/03/25
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5 star rating
18/03/25
What an intriguing place. Well worth a visit 😁👍 What an amazing little discovery I thought to myself as we walked up the road to the entrance from the car park, our first fantastic host telling us the history of the Joseph Williamson and the tunnels discovery.

Right from the get go, going down those first few steps underground this place captivated my imagination. It's like something out of a book. It's so fascinating to see and hear the history of these odd spaces, all whilst being stood inside them deep underground on some unassuming street in Liverpool.

Definitely worth a visit or three. Great guys that run the place who are all volunteer. The work that has gone into excavating and rediscovering these spaces is incredible.

Go visit and see for yourself, this allows the FOWT to keep finding more of this incredible story.

10/10
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5 star ratingUnique visit Really interesting tour and unique place. Guide was excellent and told the story of the tunnels and the people behind it.
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Bray, Ireland
24/01/26
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5 star rating
24/01/26
Unique visit Really interesting tour and unique place. Guide was excellent and told the story of the tunnels and the people behind it.
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5 star ratingLoved the tour We had a really enjoyable afternoon visiting the tunnels - couldn’t fault it. Our guide was excellent and gave a thorough recount of the history. The volunteers are really passionate about preserving the tunnels and so they should be. Definitely will visit again with others.
Thank you for a lovely tour.
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Hong Kong, China
11/06/25
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5 star rating
11/06/25
Loved the tour We had a really enjoyable afternoon visiting the tunnels - couldn’t fault it. Our guide was excellent and gave a thorough recount of the history. The volunteers are really passionate about preserving the tunnels and so they should be. Definitely will visit again with others.
Thank you for a lovely tour.
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5 star ratingAbsolutely awesome Second time I have been . Just an incredible place really amazing piece of social history. Sadly the local council refuse to give it heritage listing so it is likely to close, g and see it while you can. Best bit of the uk I have seen.
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07/01/26
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5 star rating
07/01/26
Absolutely awesome Second time I have been . Just an incredible place really amazing piece of social history. Sadly the local council refuse to give it heritage listing so it is likely to close, g and see it while you can. Best bit of the uk I have seen.
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5 star ratingLike walking back in time. Excellent experience, Mike was a great guide, extremely knowledgeable and the visit was fascinating. The work the Friends of Williamson Tunnel have done is quite staggering. The tunnels are amazing as are the artefacts found in them.
The singing in the cathedral chamber was something we will never forget.
Thank you
Ali and Isaac
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08/09/25
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5 star rating
08/09/25
Like walking back in time. Excellent experience, Mike was a great guide, extremely knowledgeable and the visit was fascinating. The work the Friends of Williamson Tunnel have done is quite staggering. The tunnels are amazing as are the artefacts found in them.
The singing in the cathedral chamber was something we will never forget.
Thank you
Ali and Isaac
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5 star ratingFOWT As part of our 50th anniversary weekend we decided to visit FOWT. From the first inquiry Mike arranged to fit us into a very busy schedule. As soon as you go underground and see the original site photos and start to hear the history of the dig you understand the massive task and achievement so far. The tunnels are fascinating layer after layer and the array of the many items found during the dig are quite incredible and displayed beautifully . Many of the items make you feel as if you have stepped back in time. As we entered one chamber Mike asked if anyone would like to sing to appreciate the acoustics, my husband being a Liverpool fan sang you’ll never walk alone, what a memorable experience to take away with us. Mikes knowledge and passion for the site made our trip even more enjoyable but as he said the more answers you look for the more questions arise. Best wishes to Mike and all FOWT for future digs and possibly some answers. I would highly recommend a visit whether you are a tourist or like us from Liverpool to discover some of the secrets of our wonderful city.
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
13/09/25
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5 star rating
13/09/25
FOWT As part of our 50th anniversary weekend we decided to visit FOWT. From the first inquiry Mike arranged to fit us into a very busy schedule. As soon as you go underground and see the original site photos and start to hear the history of the dig you understand the massive task and achievement so far. The tunnels are fascinating layer after layer and the array of the many items found during the dig are quite incredible and displayed beautifully . Many of the items make you feel as if you have stepped back in time. As we entered one chamber Mike asked if anyone would like to sing to appreciate the acoustics, my husband being a Liverpool fan sang you’ll never walk alone, what a memorable experience to take away with us. Mikes knowledge and passion for the site made our trip even more enjoyable but as he said the more answers you look for the more questions arise. Best wishes to Mike and all FOWT for future digs and possibly some answers. I would highly recommend a visit whether you are a tourist or like us from Liverpool to discover some of the secrets of our wonderful city.
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5 star ratingGreat experience Superb tour with Tom, a very knowledgeable guide. Unique experience and would recommend highly for anyone with a curiosity for the quirky side of history.
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18/09/25
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18/09/25
Great experience Superb tour with Tom, a very knowledgeable guide. Unique experience and would recommend highly for anyone with a curiosity for the quirky side of history.
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5 star ratingIt’s free of charge but you’ll be happy to pay once you see it! Mike gave us a tour today of both the Paddington site and Joseph Williamson’s house site and both were absolutely brilliant. The Victorian relics found on the site during the digs are on display and it is so interesting to see daily household items from that era and piece together a picture of what life was like in Liverpool during that time. The tunnels themselves are vast and the depth of them is just incomprehensible, especially when the intention behind them remains unknown! I’ve lived in Liverpool all my life and I knew the tunnels existed but I never knew the full extent of them (and I still don’t as Mike explained that there is so much more to be discovered!) I really really 100% recommend that everyone does this tour. Hopefully the council sees sense and provides the necessary lease and the digging can continue because it would be such a shame if this amount of history was to be lost!
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18/01/26
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18/01/26
It’s free of charge but you’ll be happy to pay once you see it! Mike gave us a tour today of both the Paddington site and Joseph Williamson’s house site and both were absolutely brilliant. The Victorian relics found on the site during the digs are on display and it is so interesting to see daily household items from that era and piece together a picture of what life was like in Liverpool during that time. The tunnels themselves are vast and the depth of them is just incomprehensible, especially when the intention behind them remains unknown! I’ve lived in Liverpool all my life and I knew the tunnels existed but I never knew the full extent of them (and I still don’t as Mike explained that there is so much more to be discovered!) I really really 100% recommend that everyone does this tour. Hopefully the council sees sense and provides the necessary lease and the digging can continue because it would be such a shame if this amount of history was to be lost!
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5 star ratingFascinating slice of subterranean history Really fantastic experience - so interesting and unexpected. Our guide Mike was super friendly & knowledgeable, and very patient waiting for my mum to traverse the many steps! Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Liverpool. I hope the council gives them to permission to excavate more tunnels soon!
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18/05/25
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18/05/25
Fascinating slice of subterranean history Really fantastic experience - so interesting and unexpected. Our guide Mike was super friendly & knowledgeable, and very patient waiting for my mum to traverse the many steps! Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Liverpool. I hope the council gives them to permission to excavate more tunnels soon!
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5 star ratingFascinating trip into the past. Brilliant experience. Fascinating history brought to life by our guide Colin who was excellent. Definitely not a sanitised tour. Thankyou.
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27/11/25
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27/11/25
Fascinating trip into the past. Brilliant experience. Fascinating history brought to life by our guide Colin who was excellent. Definitely not a sanitised tour. Thankyou.
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5 star ratingFascinating and enjoyable experience! A fascinating and enjoyable tour of the Williamson Tunnels. Our guide Mike was friendly, knowledgeable, and really brought the history to life! We loved the experience and would definitely recommend it — we can’t wait to come back!
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05/01/26
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5 star rating
05/01/26
Fascinating and enjoyable experience! A fascinating and enjoyable tour of the Williamson Tunnels. Our guide Mike was friendly, knowledgeable, and really brought the history to life! We loved the experience and would definitely recommend it — we can’t wait to come back!
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5 star ratingGreat experience Very informative, Tony was a brilliant guide and very knowledgeable. He was great with my two children and made the experience fun and enjoyable.
Thanks for a great day
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Blackpool, United Kingdom
28/05/25
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5 star rating
28/05/25
Great experience Very informative, Tony was a brilliant guide and very knowledgeable. He was great with my two children and made the experience fun and enjoyable.
Thanks for a great day
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5 star ratingSo glad we went 👍 Super interesting place, and super friendly guys. Thoroughly enjoyed. Definitely worth taking a look at. Never judge a book by it's building facade 🙂
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20/09/25
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20/09/25
So glad we went 👍 Super interesting place, and super friendly guys. Thoroughly enjoyed. Definitely worth taking a look at. Never judge a book by it's building facade 🙂
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5 star ratingFamily visit We visited Williamson’s Tunnels as a family of four (two adults and two teenagers) and had a fantastic experience. The tunnels themselves are absolutely amazing and full of history, but what really made the visit special was our volunteer guide, Claire. She somehow managed to hold our teenagers’ attention for a full two hours — no small achievement! Her knowledge and enthusiasm brought the tunnels to life.

We enjoyed the visit so much that we’ll definitely be joining as members, and we’re already looking forward to booking one of the longer three-hour tours. We honestly couldn’t wait to come back.
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13/01/26
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13/01/26
Family visit We visited Williamson’s Tunnels as a family of four (two adults and two teenagers) and had a fantastic experience. The tunnels themselves are absolutely amazing and full of history, but what really made the visit special was our volunteer guide, Claire. She somehow managed to hold our teenagers’ attention for a full two hours — no small achievement! Her knowledge and enthusiasm brought the tunnels to life.

We enjoyed the visit so much that we’ll definitely be joining as members, and we’re already looking forward to booking one of the longer three-hour tours. We honestly couldn’t wait to come back.
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5 star ratingInteresting experience Excellent experience - from the warm welcome to the knowledgable guide about the tunnels and its treasures, it really was a fab experience. Thanks to Mandy for being an excellent tour guide!
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05/03/25
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05/03/25
Interesting experience Excellent experience - from the warm welcome to the knowledgable guide about the tunnels and its treasures, it really was a fab experience. Thanks to Mandy for being an excellent tour guide!
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5 star ratingWalk in the footsteps of the Mole of Edge Hill Who would have thought we would discover such a labyrinth of tunnels under the streets of Liverpool courtesy of the Friends of Williamsons Tunnels? What the volunteers have done to discover and uncover this magical place is remarkable. Our small group was guided through the tunnels by our friendly and knowledgeable guide Mike who coincidentally was who I had email contact with to arrange our tour. The response to my enquiry was speedy and we were all set to go. We continued on to an extended tour and we spent several interesting hours in total exploring the work of Mr Williamson. I would highly recommend visiting the tunnels for a unique experience you won’t forget.
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16/06/25
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16/06/25
Walk in the footsteps of the Mole of Edge Hill Who would have thought we would discover such a labyrinth of tunnels under the streets of Liverpool courtesy of the Friends of Williamsons Tunnels? What the volunteers have done to discover and uncover this magical place is remarkable. Our small group was guided through the tunnels by our friendly and knowledgeable guide Mike who coincidentally was who I had email contact with to arrange our tour. The response to my enquiry was speedy and we were all set to go. We continued on to an extended tour and we spent several interesting hours in total exploring the work of Mr Williamson. I would highly recommend visiting the tunnels for a unique experience you won’t forget.
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5 star ratingWow! You need to visit this place when in Liverpool. Loved it! What an amazing bit of history. Guide was great.
I hope it keeps going
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15/06/25
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15/06/25
Wow! You need to visit this place when in Liverpool. Loved it! What an amazing bit of history. Guide was great.
I hope it keeps going
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5 star ratingFantastic experience What an amazing time we had visiting the tunnels.
I visited with my 7 year old son, we got a taxi from the city centre that dropped us outside. We were shocked to see a standard detached row of houses lining one side of the road. We were greeted by a lovely man that turned out to be Tony our tour guide. Walked into the cabin to be greeted by other members of the team. Staff were all really friendly and welcoming. Drinks are available for a small donation and there’s a very clean (cleanest ever) portaloo! We were given a hard hat and hi vis. While walking to the starting point Tony was very knowledgeable telling us all about the history of the road.
We entered the tunnels and the history was fascinating. Tony was thorough and patient (even with odd questions coming from my son!)
Absolutely fascinating and it was all for free. The whole place is run by volunteers. They rely solely from donations. We visited Liverpool for the weekend and we definitely saved the best until last. This was the best attraction of the weekend. If you love history then this is a must, make sure to book in an advance. I emailed to book and got a prompt reply from Mike. Was sorted within no time.
Would recommend this place to anyone who is able to walk freely and completely mobile.
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07/05/25
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07/05/25
Fantastic experience What an amazing time we had visiting the tunnels.
I visited with my 7 year old son, we got a taxi from the city centre that dropped us outside. We were shocked to see a standard detached row of houses lining one side of the road. We were greeted by a lovely man that turned out to be Tony our tour guide. Walked into the cabin to be greeted by other members of the team. Staff were all really friendly and welcoming. Drinks are available for a small donation and there’s a very clean (cleanest ever) portaloo! We were given a hard hat and hi vis. While walking to the starting point Tony was very knowledgeable telling us all about the history of the road.
We entered the tunnels and the history was fascinating. Tony was thorough and patient (even with odd questions coming from my son!)
Absolutely fascinating and it was all for free. The whole place is run by volunteers. They rely solely from donations. We visited Liverpool for the weekend and we definitely saved the best until last. This was the best attraction of the weekend. If you love history then this is a must, make sure to book in an advance. I emailed to book and got a prompt reply from Mike. Was sorted within no time.
Would recommend this place to anyone who is able to walk freely and completely mobile.
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5 star ratingAmazing Williamson Tunnels What a great trip. Truly fascinating site with a mix of history and engineering. Our guide Mike was very informative and there were kids on the tour and they found it interesting too.

Made you want to pick up a spade and start digging!
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05/01/26
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05/01/26
Amazing Williamson Tunnels What a great trip. Truly fascinating site with a mix of history and engineering. Our guide Mike was very informative and there were kids on the tour and they found it interesting too.

Made you want to pick up a spade and start digging!
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5 star ratingVery interesting tour. Would recommend to anyone interested in Liverpool and its history Fantastic tour! I did the tour a few years ago, and found the story of the tunnels very interesting, so wanted to take my partner during our trip to Liverpool! We ended up being the only people on the 12:30 tour, but our guide Tom still gave us a ‘private’ tour - he was very knowledgeable and friendly. We really appreciate that the tour still went ahead.
I will probably return again in a couple of years, and see if any new evidence or tunnels have been found by then!
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04/05/25
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04/05/25
Very interesting tour. Would recommend to anyone interested in Liverpool and its history Fantastic tour! I did the tour a few years ago, and found the story of the tunnels very interesting, so wanted to take my partner during our trip to Liverpool! We ended up being the only people on the 12:30 tour, but our guide Tom still gave us a ‘private’ tour - he was very knowledgeable and friendly. We really appreciate that the tour still went ahead.
I will probably return again in a couple of years, and see if any new evidence or tunnels have been found by then!
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5 star ratingFascinating Tour Guide Mandy gave us a fascinating tour of the tunnels and their history. All the volunteers were friendly and welcoming. Well worth a visit.
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11/07/25
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11/07/25
Fascinating Tour Guide Mandy gave us a fascinating tour of the tunnels and their history. All the volunteers were friendly and welcoming. Well worth a visit.
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5 star ratingLiverpools labyrinth The Williamson tunnels are an absolutely marvel of human engineering. A great tour showed off parts of the tunnels that run under Edge Hill in Liverpool. Well worth a visit. Run by a great team of volunteers that make it an exploration to remember.
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16/06/25
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16/06/25
Liverpools labyrinth The Williamson tunnels are an absolutely marvel of human engineering. A great tour showed off parts of the tunnels that run under Edge Hill in Liverpool. Well worth a visit. Run by a great team of volunteers that make it an exploration to remember.
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5 star ratingHighly recommended Having arrived promptly for our scheduled tour at the Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre we were very disappointed to discover that our booking slot hadn't been registered despite e mail confirmation. We were redirected to the Friends of Wiliamson's Tunnels around the corner .Although this mistake by The Heritage Centre was entirely beyond his knowledge or control Mike was absolutely brilliant and arranged a personal guided tour just for the two of us despite the last one of the day being almost finished. Tom's knowledge of the labyrinth and his passion for the underground structures brought history alive and made the visit most memorable. Although we have lived in the city all our lives and had barely heard of the tunnels , it was a fantastic experience and one we shall never forget. Whilst every member of the tunnels staff was friendly, welcoming and understanding they gave up even more of their own time to showcase an aspect of Liverpool's history and culture which would not survive without the dedication of such people. Massive thanks to to Mike and the team.
Graham and Sue Smith
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27/08/25
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27/08/25
Highly recommended Having arrived promptly for our scheduled tour at the Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre we were very disappointed to discover that our booking slot hadn't been registered despite e mail confirmation. We were redirected to the Friends of Wiliamson's Tunnels around the corner .Although this mistake by The Heritage Centre was entirely beyond his knowledge or control Mike was absolutely brilliant and arranged a personal guided tour just for the two of us despite the last one of the day being almost finished. Tom's knowledge of the labyrinth and his passion for the underground structures brought history alive and made the visit most memorable. Although we have lived in the city all our lives and had barely heard of the tunnels , it was a fantastic experience and one we shall never forget. Whilst every member of the tunnels staff was friendly, welcoming and understanding they gave up even more of their own time to showcase an aspect of Liverpool's history and culture which would not survive without the dedication of such people. Massive thanks to to Mike and the team.
Graham and Sue Smith
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5 star ratingGreat visit to Friends of Williamson Tunnels Having brought ex-scouser friends back to Liverpool for a couple of days I was not sure what they would make of the Williamson Tunnels friends site. They were blown away and still talking about our visit on our journey back south a couple of days later. The very favourable impressions were augmented by the verve with which our guide, Mandy, explained everything from the layout to the articles found during excavation. All in all a very enjoyable visit.
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11/10/25
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11/10/25
Great visit to Friends of Williamson Tunnels Having brought ex-scouser friends back to Liverpool for a couple of days I was not sure what they would make of the Williamson Tunnels friends site. They were blown away and still talking about our visit on our journey back south a couple of days later. The very favourable impressions were augmented by the verve with which our guide, Mandy, explained everything from the layout to the articles found during excavation. All in all a very enjoyable visit.
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5 star ratingDiscover the tunnels Excellent tour of the tunnels by an expert guide who really brought the whole experience alive with her expert knowledge. The history of the tunnels is so interesting but also the process of restoration by the team of volunteers was fascinating.
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09/11/25
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5 star rating
09/11/25
Discover the tunnels Excellent tour of the tunnels by an expert guide who really brought the whole experience alive with her expert knowledge. The history of the tunnels is so interesting but also the process of restoration by the team of volunteers was fascinating.
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5 star ratingSo interesting! So fascinating! Four floors underground that no one knew existed. The artifacts recovered are unique and really interesting.
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05/03/25
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5 star rating
05/03/25
So interesting! So fascinating! Four floors underground that no one knew existed. The artifacts recovered are unique and really interesting.
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5 star ratingHighly recommended!! Wow what an amazing experience we had at FOIWT.. My son and I visited and are already planning to visit again soon.
Our tour was wonderful, Clare our guide was very warm and informative the whole time, making this a perfect trip for us !!
One highlight, that was very special, was listening to the recording Clare shared, of a previous visitor, singing live in the tunnels. What a lovely memory.
Thank you Clare and all the other volunteers for making us so welcome.
See you all.again soon.
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08/10/25
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5 star rating
08/10/25
Highly recommended!! Wow what an amazing experience we had at FOIWT.. My son and I visited and are already planning to visit again soon.
Our tour was wonderful, Clare our guide was very warm and informative the whole time, making this a perfect trip for us !!
One highlight, that was very special, was listening to the recording Clare shared, of a previous visitor, singing live in the tunnels. What a lovely memory.
Thank you Clare and all the other volunteers for making us so welcome.
See you all.again soon.
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5 star ratingFascinating!! A unique and wonderful experience, I don't think that there is anything quite like it in the whole country. Can't wait to return in a few years time to see how this fascinating project has progressed in the meantime. Thoroughly recommended.
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22/09/25
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5 star rating
22/09/25
Fascinating!! A unique and wonderful experience, I don't think that there is anything quite like it in the whole country. Can't wait to return in a few years time to see how this fascinating project has progressed in the meantime. Thoroughly recommended.
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5 star ratingDefinitely worth a visit! We had a thoroughly enjoyable tour of the tunnels with our guide Tom. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the history and layout of the tunnels, having been one of the people who worked hard excavating on the site. The volunteers make you feel very welcome and I would highly recommend this tour. In fact this is my second visit!
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14/08/25
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5 star rating
14/08/25
Definitely worth a visit! We had a thoroughly enjoyable tour of the tunnels with our guide Tom. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the history and layout of the tunnels, having been one of the people who worked hard excavating on the site. The volunteers make you feel very welcome and I would highly recommend this tour. In fact this is my second visit!
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5 star ratingFascinating experience I had long wanted to visit the tunnels so I decided to join one of the tours as part of the Heritage Open Days. Our guide was Tom, who was very knowledgeable about the history of the tunnels. It was a fascinating experience into a lesser known part of Liverpool`s history.
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22/09/25
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5 star rating
22/09/25
Fascinating experience I had long wanted to visit the tunnels so I decided to join one of the tours as part of the Heritage Open Days. Our guide was Tom, who was very knowledgeable about the history of the tunnels. It was a fascinating experience into a lesser known part of Liverpool`s history.
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5 star ratingAmazing tour, Stepping back in time I have walked past this so many times and never known it was there!
Amazing tour with our guide Tom, so interesting learning all about the Williamson's Tunnels. My mum and son came and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thanks again
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Chester, United Kingdom
10/04/25
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5 star rating
10/04/25
Amazing tour, Stepping back in time I have walked past this so many times and never known it was there!
Amazing tour with our guide Tom, so interesting learning all about the Williamson's Tunnels. My mum and son came and we all thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thanks again
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5 star ratingAmazing Site! Once again an amazing experience, guided kindly by the lovely Mandy. Explanations were fantastic, especially the wind chime experiment way below the Paddington location. Looking forward to the next visit with the very passionate volunteers. Thank you all.
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17/10/25
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5 star rating
17/10/25
Amazing Site! Once again an amazing experience, guided kindly by the lovely Mandy. Explanations were fantastic, especially the wind chime experiment way below the Paddington location. Looking forward to the next visit with the very passionate volunteers. Thank you all.
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5 star ratingThe best thing to see in Liverpool This is truly an amazing experience, to go down these tunnels, which no one is quite sure why they are there is brilliant.
Why Williamson decided to build all these tunnels all over the place and at different depths is a mystery. But, it makes it an absolute ‘must do’ if your in Liverpool.
I hope they get the funding and the permissions to dig more, I love this hidden quirky history of our country.
And big thank s to our guide, so informative. Go see this and support it.
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04/08/25
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5 star rating
04/08/25
The best thing to see in Liverpool This is truly an amazing experience, to go down these tunnels, which no one is quite sure why they are there is brilliant.
Why Williamson decided to build all these tunnels all over the place and at different depths is a mystery. But, it makes it an absolute ‘must do’ if your in Liverpool.
I hope they get the funding and the permissions to dig more, I love this hidden quirky history of our country.
And big thank s to our guide, so informative. Go see this and support it.
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5 star ratingFriends of Williamson’s Tunnels tour I found this to be a fascinating tour and our guide Tony was very interesting to listen to as he guided us around the tunnels (quarries). It was fascinating to see all of the pieces that had been reclaimed from when the tunnels were filled with Liverpool’s rubbish and hear little anecdotes about them. You need to be comfortable going up and down stairs for the tour.
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11/06/25
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5 star rating
11/06/25
Friends of Williamson’s Tunnels tour I found this to be a fascinating tour and our guide Tony was very interesting to listen to as he guided us around the tunnels (quarries). It was fascinating to see all of the pieces that had been reclaimed from when the tunnels were filled with Liverpool’s rubbish and hear little anecdotes about them. You need to be comfortable going up and down stairs for the tour.
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5 star ratingJust Go ! What can I say ? Amazing !
Access can be difficult if you have mobility issues.
Otherwise, just go, you will not be disappointed to see the amount of work that has gone in to not only creating these amazing 'caverns', but to making them and the artefacts accessible once more.
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
03/07/25
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5 star rating
03/07/25
Just Go ! What can I say ? Amazing !
Access can be difficult if you have mobility issues.
Otherwise, just go, you will not be disappointed to see the amount of work that has gone in to not only creating these amazing 'caverns', but to making them and the artefacts accessible once more.
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5 star ratingExcellent Tour. Visit highly recommended. . Excellent tour given by Tony. The whole team were very knowledgeable, enthusiatic and friendly. We did the extended tour of the tunnels and really enjoyed our visit. The team have applied to English Heritage for a listing which will help them receive Local Authority permission to expand their area of excavation. The Friends of Williamson's Tunnels enterprise is a charity with all the excavation work and ensuring site safety and visitors tours being done by local volunteers.. It relies on local donations from visitors to keep going. Hopefully they will be successful in attracting Lottery funding in the future.

I strongly recommend a visit to see the great work the team are doing.
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11/06/25
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5 star rating
11/06/25
Excellent Tour. Visit highly recommended. . Excellent tour given by Tony. The whole team were very knowledgeable, enthusiatic and friendly. We did the extended tour of the tunnels and really enjoyed our visit. The team have applied to English Heritage for a listing which will help them receive Local Authority permission to expand their area of excavation. The Friends of Williamson's Tunnels enterprise is a charity with all the excavation work and ensuring site safety and visitors tours being done by local volunteers.. It relies on local donations from visitors to keep going. Hopefully they will be successful in attracting Lottery funding in the future.

I strongly recommend a visit to see the great work the team are doing.
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5 star ratingWonderful What a thoroughly enjoyable tou. Very interesting to hear of the history of The Williamson tunnels and actually experience the tunnels. Mike the guide was incredibly knowledgeable and spoke about his own experience. This painted a vivid picture and to see all the artifact's that were recovered was like a walk in a Victorian rubbish dump. Incredible to see what people collected and disposed of. Would recommend a visit that is something out of the ordinary but a fantastic snapshot of our social and industrial heritage. Thank Mike
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05/08/25
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5 star rating
05/08/25
Wonderful What a thoroughly enjoyable tou. Very interesting to hear of the history of The Williamson tunnels and actually experience the tunnels. Mike the guide was incredibly knowledgeable and spoke about his own experience. This painted a vivid picture and to see all the artifact's that were recovered was like a walk in a Victorian rubbish dump. Incredible to see what people collected and disposed of. Would recommend a visit that is something out of the ordinary but a fantastic snapshot of our social and industrial heritage. Thank Mike
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5 star rating100% recommend I wholeheartedly recommend this experience. It will be unforgettable. With the help of Tony and Laura I saw Liverpool in a different way. From my point of view it was a 100% experience. Words cannot fully describe this experience, until you see it with your own eyes and enjoy it.
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11/06/25
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5 star rating
11/06/25
100% recommend I wholeheartedly recommend this experience. It will be unforgettable. With the help of Tony and Laura I saw Liverpool in a different way. From my point of view it was a 100% experience. Words cannot fully describe this experience, until you see it with your own eyes and enjoy it.
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5 star ratingLovely experience It was a lovely tour, and very suprising also as we had no former knowledge of how large the cave system actually is. Really glad we went to see it after living next to them for a year. Would recommend!
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18/05/25
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5 star rating
18/05/25
Lovely experience It was a lovely tour, and very suprising also as we had no former knowledge of how large the cave system actually is. Really glad we went to see it after living next to them for a year. Would recommend!
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5 star ratingBanging Great bunch of lads, sell impeccable fridge magnets as well as doing informative tours. 10/10 would wear high vis to participate in again
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Manchester, United Kingdom
08/07/25
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5 star rating
08/07/25
Banging Great bunch of lads, sell impeccable fridge magnets as well as doing informative tours. 10/10 would wear high vis to participate in again
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5 star ratingLovely little afternoon out learning about such a fascinating topic. We (3 adults) came along not knowing what to expect. All the volunteers and staff were very welcoming from arrival. Tony our guide was very informative and passionate about the tunnels. We found the experience extremely interesting.
We can’t wait to come back and explore more sections.
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Merseyside, United Kingdom
10/03/25
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5 star rating
10/03/25
Lovely little afternoon out learning about such a fascinating topic. We (3 adults) came along not knowing what to expect. All the volunteers and staff were very welcoming from arrival. Tony our guide was very informative and passionate about the tunnels. We found the experience extremely interesting.
We can’t wait to come back and explore more sections.
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5 star ratingA ‘must see’ and a great lesson in social history. It was an excellent tour which we thoroughly enjoyed. We’d heard a lot about the tunnels but seeing the scale of the them and the work done by the amazingly dedicated volunteers was awe inspiring. Our guide, Clare, was so proficient and knowledgeable and we were given plenty of time to look around and absorb the information. She was relaxed and very friendly. Without the volunteers places like this would be lost forever.
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25/09/25
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5 star rating
25/09/25
A ‘must see’ and a great lesson in social history. It was an excellent tour which we thoroughly enjoyed. We’d heard a lot about the tunnels but seeing the scale of the them and the work done by the amazingly dedicated volunteers was awe inspiring. Our guide, Clare, was so proficient and knowledgeable and we were given plenty of time to look around and absorb the information. She was relaxed and very friendly. Without the volunteers places like this would be lost forever.
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3 star ratingExtended longer than it needed to be The venue was great.

The crazy man paying men to dig into sandstone to keep them off the streets - great

The story - great.

The discovered chambers -great.

The tour taking 2 hours when only 1 hour would have been more than sufficient - not great.

I missed an onward tour booking as the tunnels tour ran 30 mins over.

The subterranean chambers are an absolute joy to behold, please don't doubt that.

But the extended length of the tour? Not ok.
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Hastings, United Kingdom
30/07/25
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3 star rating
30/07/25
Extended longer than it needed to be The venue was great.

The crazy man paying men to dig into sandstone to keep them off the streets - great

The story - great.

The discovered chambers -great.

The tour taking 2 hours when only 1 hour would have been more than sufficient - not great.

I missed an onward tour booking as the tunnels tour ran 30 mins over.

The subterranean chambers are an absolute joy to behold, please don't doubt that.

But the extended length of the tour? Not ok.
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5 star ratingLove the tunnels!! Fantastic! Mandy was amazing! Highly recommended! So interesting. Lucky to have heard about this. Thanks to Mike and the rest of the Friends!
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Cambridge, United Kingdom
14/05/25
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5 star rating
14/05/25
Love the tunnels!! Fantastic! Mandy was amazing! Highly recommended! So interesting. Lucky to have heard about this. Thanks to Mike and the rest of the Friends!
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5 star ratingA great and memorable visit Great tour and very informative about what could be considered a hidden jewel in Liverpool. Shrouded in mystery and full of interesting information about the area and perhaps the reasons for Master Williamson to build these tunnels. The work done by the volunteers to save this important historical site is absolutely wonderful. I recommend anyone interested in local history and how folk lived around the Napoleanic wars and after, should not miss this tour when visiting Liverpool. A great shout out to Mike our highly enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer and the work that has been done. He made it a delightful 2 hours. Top stars to all involved.
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lancashire
24/03/25
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5 star rating
24/03/25
A great and memorable visit Great tour and very informative about what could be considered a hidden jewel in Liverpool. Shrouded in mystery and full of interesting information about the area and perhaps the reasons for Master Williamson to build these tunnels. The work done by the volunteers to save this important historical site is absolutely wonderful. I recommend anyone interested in local history and how folk lived around the Napoleanic wars and after, should not miss this tour when visiting Liverpool. A great shout out to Mike our highly enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer and the work that has been done. He made it a delightful 2 hours. Top stars to all involved.
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5 star ratingSuperb historical excavations What a brilliant experience guided by the very knowledgeable Tom. What he doesn't know about the tunnels and the history isn't worth knowing. We only experienced the Paddington excavation which is probably less than one tenth of the whole system. Will definitely be booking on the main tour. The amount of discarded artifacts from the Victorian era onwards was fascinating. Well done to all involved. We even discovered that my wife is related to William Boote, the grocer who occupied several of the Williamson buildings!
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Wirral, United Kingdom
31/03/25
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5 star rating
31/03/25
Superb historical excavations What a brilliant experience guided by the very knowledgeable Tom. What he doesn't know about the tunnels and the history isn't worth knowing. We only experienced the Paddington excavation which is probably less than one tenth of the whole system. Will definitely be booking on the main tour. The amount of discarded artifacts from the Victorian era onwards was fascinating. Well done to all involved. We even discovered that my wife is related to William Boote, the grocer who occupied several of the Williamson buildings!
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5 star ratingFabulous experience Me and my 6 year old son absolutely loved our visit here today. The guide was so friendly and full of knowledge, my son is SEN and was made to feel included. We will definitely be visiting again and will be suggesting this to others too. Thankyou :)
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30/03/25
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5 star rating
30/03/25
Fabulous experience Me and my 6 year old son absolutely loved our visit here today. The guide was so friendly and full of knowledge, my son is SEN and was made to feel included. We will definitely be visiting again and will be suggesting this to others too. Thankyou :)
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5 star ratingWell worth a visit and great team of knowledgeable volunteers. These hardworking volunteers give up precious time and are so passionate and dedicated to their role and it was very much appreciated. Really interesting, honest and informative. Only comment would be keep moving as we were standing around for quite a long time, but that aside, brilliant and recommended.
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24/03/25
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5 star rating
24/03/25
Well worth a visit and great team of knowledgeable volunteers. These hardworking volunteers give up precious time and are so passionate and dedicated to their role and it was very much appreciated. Really interesting, honest and informative. Only comment would be keep moving as we were standing around for quite a long time, but that aside, brilliant and recommended.
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4 star ratingA very interesting alternative thing to do This is an entirely volunteer-led free tour that takes you down below the streets of Liverpool to a network of underground caverns. I don't want to spoil any more of the story, as the guide will tell you about the history but the volunteers have a lot of passion and dedication and it shows!
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07/04/25
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4 star rating
07/04/25
A very interesting alternative thing to do This is an entirely volunteer-led free tour that takes you down below the streets of Liverpool to a network of underground caverns. I don't want to spoil any more of the story, as the guide will tell you about the history but the volunteers have a lot of passion and dedication and it shows!
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5 star ratingMUST VISIT This is a MUST VISIT site on any trip to Liverpool. We knew nothing of the history prior to the tour. Don't be put off by the unassuming entrance and location. Our guide Chris was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He didn't reveal all the information at first and that made it all the more intriguing. Absolutely fascinating tour. The volunteers are to be commended for their work and commitment. Will definitely visit again to see more.
Excellent cup of tea too. Always a bonus.
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Rossendale, United Kingdom
23/09/25
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5 star rating
23/09/25
MUST VISIT This is a MUST VISIT site on any trip to Liverpool. We knew nothing of the history prior to the tour. Don't be put off by the unassuming entrance and location. Our guide Chris was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. He didn't reveal all the information at first and that made it all the more intriguing. Absolutely fascinating tour. The volunteers are to be commended for their work and commitment. Will definitely visit again to see more.
Excellent cup of tea too. Always a bonus.
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5 star ratingMemorable, enjoyable, and I want to go back for more! I had no idea what to expect, but my visit into the Williamson Tunnels on Mason Street far exceeded any expectations. This is not some polished visitor attraction, but rather a living, breathing ongoing archaeology project run by enthusiastic and very knowledgeable volunteers. I didn't have time to explore all the tunnels on this visit, but I will definitely be back for more. It's free to visit, and although I joined the Friends and made a donation, there's absolutely no pressure to do so.
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26/04/25
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26/04/25
Memorable, enjoyable, and I want to go back for more! I had no idea what to expect, but my visit into the Williamson Tunnels on Mason Street far exceeded any expectations. This is not some polished visitor attraction, but rather a living, breathing ongoing archaeology project run by enthusiastic and very knowledgeable volunteers. I didn't have time to explore all the tunnels on this visit, but I will definitely be back for more. It's free to visit, and although I joined the Friends and made a donation, there's absolutely no pressure to do so.
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5 star ratingAmazing experience Claire our tour guide was very knowledgable and the history was amazing. It is a shame that such an old marvel has not been looked after by the council. Thanks for all your hard work, the place is still going. Thank you
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Warrington, United Kingdom
06/10/25
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5 star rating
06/10/25
Amazing experience Claire our tour guide was very knowledgable and the history was amazing. It is a shame that such an old marvel has not been looked after by the council. Thanks for all your hard work, the place is still going. Thank you
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5 star ratingInteresting history underneath Edge Hill Really enjoyed the tour with Tom! You could tell his passion and enthusiasm for the history (and mystery) of the Williamson "tunnels". I also enjoyed that it was a small tour group which made it easy to see/hear. The tour is a bit long at 2 hours, and maybe could be condensed to max 90 minutes, but overall I enjoyed it and would encourage others to visit.
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New York City, New York
11/08/25
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5 star rating
11/08/25
Interesting history underneath Edge Hill Really enjoyed the tour with Tom! You could tell his passion and enthusiasm for the history (and mystery) of the Williamson "tunnels". I also enjoyed that it was a small tour group which made it easy to see/hear. The tour is a bit long at 2 hours, and maybe could be condensed to max 90 minutes, but overall I enjoyed it and would encourage others to visit.
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5 star ratingExtended tour I had a fantastic time at the tunnel, I felt very welcome, and was given a lot of interesting information. I would definitely recommend taking a trip here and becoming a member to ensure these tunnels stay open for all to see.
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17/12/25
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5 star rating
17/12/25
Extended tour I had a fantastic time at the tunnel, I felt very welcome, and was given a lot of interesting information. I would definitely recommend taking a trip here and becoming a member to ensure these tunnels stay open for all to see.
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5 star ratingbrilliant top attraction within easy reach of liverpool city centre brilliant tour with chris amazing guide very informative and amazing place all staff brillant artifacts found in tip top condition
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19/07/25
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5 star rating
19/07/25
brilliant top attraction within easy reach of liverpool city centre brilliant tour with chris amazing guide very informative and amazing place all staff brillant artifacts found in tip top condition
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5 star ratingSuper visit to Williamson Tunnels by Chester U3A A superb visit to the Williamson Tunnels by the Industrial Heritage group from Chester U3A. A great welcome and organisation and the guides were excellent and so enthusiastic. Even provided an extra person to help one of our members who suffers from Parkinsons.
The visit itself is highly recommended, not only for the tunnels but the amazing artefacts on display.
Highly recommended. Thank you again.
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Chester, United Kingdom
22/10/25
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5 star rating
22/10/25
Super visit to Williamson Tunnels by Chester U3A A superb visit to the Williamson Tunnels by the Industrial Heritage group from Chester U3A. A great welcome and organisation and the guides were excellent and so enthusiastic. Even provided an extra person to help one of our members who suffers from Parkinsons.
The visit itself is highly recommended, not only for the tunnels but the amazing artefacts on display.
Highly recommended. Thank you again.
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5 star ratingGreat to get underground to see the amazing tunnels Amazing wee tour. Great to be shown around told all about this amazing man and his tunnels. Well worth the trip. Guides are passionate and informative. Always happy to be asked questions (yeah sorry about that and adding more mystery) and it really is a shame that more information is hard to find. Only wish was that the tour was not longer and more in depth.
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
13/08/25
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5 star rating
13/08/25
Great to get underground to see the amazing tunnels Amazing wee tour. Great to be shown around told all about this amazing man and his tunnels. Well worth the trip. Guides are passionate and informative. Always happy to be asked questions (yeah sorry about that and adding more mystery) and it really is a shame that more information is hard to find. Only wish was that the tour was not longer and more in depth.
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5 star ratingA history lesson on Joseph Williamson, a really interesting character. Fascinating.
Staff friendly and helpful and Tony who took us on our tour really knew his stuff.
Great experience and I'll back to view the members part of the tour some time soon.
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26/03/25
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26/03/25
A history lesson on Joseph Williamson, a really interesting character. Fascinating.
Staff friendly and helpful and Tony who took us on our tour really knew his stuff.
Great experience and I'll back to view the members part of the tour some time soon.
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5 star ratingVery Enjoyable We had a wonderful time visiting the tunnels. Our guide was Mandy, she was very knowledgeable . There were a lot of interesting artefacts to see Well worth a visit.
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05/06/25
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05/06/25
Very Enjoyable We had a wonderful time visiting the tunnels. Our guide was Mandy, she was very knowledgeable . There were a lot of interesting artefacts to see Well worth a visit.
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4 star ratingHidden Gem! Literally! What a fascinating visit! This really is Liverpool's little hidden gem!
(I'm at a loss why there is not more positive support and assistance). This is a unique part of the city's history. There is just so much more to be explored.
Our guide Chris was both entertaining and informative. His explanations really brought the history to life.
The final steps to the lowest level defeated me! However, it was still possible to see and hear all about that area, from above.
Sturdy shoes a must! And, don't wear your best clothes!!!!!
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09/10/25
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09/10/25
Hidden Gem! Literally! What a fascinating visit! This really is Liverpool's little hidden gem!
(I'm at a loss why there is not more positive support and assistance). This is a unique part of the city's history. There is just so much more to be explored.
Our guide Chris was both entertaining and informative. His explanations really brought the history to life.
The final steps to the lowest level defeated me! However, it was still possible to see and hear all about that area, from above.
Sturdy shoes a must! And, don't wear your best clothes!!!!!
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5 star ratingan excellent afternoon This is an excellent afternoon. We all enjoyed it and really appreciate all the volunteers giving up their time to make it such a great experience.
Tom was really knowledgeable and made us feel safe and comfortable underground.
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Manchester, United Kingdom
03/03/25
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5 star rating
03/03/25
an excellent afternoon This is an excellent afternoon. We all enjoyed it and really appreciate all the volunteers giving up their time to make it such a great experience.
Tom was really knowledgeable and made us feel safe and comfortable underground.
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5 star ratingWhat an amazing place! A group of 24 of us went today. We were made very welcome. Our guides were enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable. The whole place was fascinating. There was so much to see and we learnt so much. Questions were welcomed. I would highly recommend a visit here. You won't be disapointed. Just bear in mind that you are going underground and there are steps and uneven surfaces. There are 2 separate sections to visit. We were there for atleast 2 and a half hours. There's also a little shop if you want to buy souvenirs.
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Southport, United Kingdom
16/11/25
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5 star rating
16/11/25
What an amazing place! A group of 24 of us went today. We were made very welcome. Our guides were enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable. The whole place was fascinating. There was so much to see and we learnt so much. Questions were welcomed. I would highly recommend a visit here. You won't be disapointed. Just bear in mind that you are going underground and there are steps and uneven surfaces. There are 2 separate sections to visit. We were there for atleast 2 and a half hours. There's also a little shop if you want to buy souvenirs.
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5 star ratingGreat visit to the Williamson’s Tunnels with The Friends of the Williamson Tunnels We had been looking forward to the visit and we weren't disappointed. Our tour guide Andy was knowledgeable, friendly and he answered all our questions.
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Southport, United Kingdom
22/10/25
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5 star rating
22/10/25
Great visit to the Williamson’s Tunnels with The Friends of the Williamson Tunnels We had been looking forward to the visit and we weren't disappointed. Our tour guide Andy was knowledgeable, friendly and he answered all our questions.
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5 star ratingUnderground chambers in Edge Hill We booked this visit as a "something to do" before having a reunion lunch with more friends, and it was a great choice. Our guide (Chris) has been associated with the excavation of the tunnels for years and so was able to talk very personally about how they cleared them, discovered new twists and turns, found hidden treasures and so on. Having dodgy knees I was a little concerned about the number of steps but it was all fine - you can take your time, you don't do them all at once and there are handrails everywhere. I thought it might feel a bit claustophobic but the chambers are very large so I didn't get that feeling at all. We all looked great in our hard hats and high-vis jackets too!
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London, United Kingdom
10/10/25
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5 star rating
10/10/25
Underground chambers in Edge Hill We booked this visit as a "something to do" before having a reunion lunch with more friends, and it was a great choice. Our guide (Chris) has been associated with the excavation of the tunnels for years and so was able to talk very personally about how they cleared them, discovered new twists and turns, found hidden treasures and so on. Having dodgy knees I was a little concerned about the number of steps but it was all fine - you can take your time, you don't do them all at once and there are handrails everywhere. I thought it might feel a bit claustophobic but the chambers are very large so I didn't get that feeling at all. We all looked great in our hard hats and high-vis jackets too!
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5 star ratingExcellent tour The Williamson Tunnel tour offers a fascinating glimpse into a unique piece of Liverpools history. The knowledgeable and passionate volunteers truly bring the story of Joseph Williamson and his mysterious Tunnels to life. Their dedication and enthusiasm make the tour engaging and informative, providing a deep dive into the history and purpose behind this intriguing underground network.
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29/05/25
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29/05/25
Excellent tour The Williamson Tunnel tour offers a fascinating glimpse into a unique piece of Liverpools history. The knowledgeable and passionate volunteers truly bring the story of Joseph Williamson and his mysterious Tunnels to life. Their dedication and enthusiasm make the tour engaging and informative, providing a deep dive into the history and purpose behind this intriguing underground network.
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5 star ratingHidden historic gem A completely unique and wholly immersive experience. If you can go visit these tunnels then you definitely should, because wow! I never would have guessed such an intriguing piece of Liverpool history would be underneath an urban car park. Our guide Tom was very knowledgeable, engaging and enthusiastic.
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23/03/25
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23/03/25
Hidden historic gem A completely unique and wholly immersive experience. If you can go visit these tunnels then you definitely should, because wow! I never would have guessed such an intriguing piece of Liverpool history would be underneath an urban car park. Our guide Tom was very knowledgeable, engaging and enthusiastic.
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5 star ratingWould highly recommend My 11 year old son went with 3 other friends and their parent. They had a fabulous time exploring the tunnels and learning all about them. Their guide, Tom, was knowledgeable and welcomed all questions fired in his direction. Would 100% recommend to others
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13/04/25
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5 star rating
13/04/25
Would highly recommend My 11 year old son went with 3 other friends and their parent. They had a fabulous time exploring the tunnels and learning all about them. Their guide, Tom, was knowledgeable and welcomed all questions fired in his direction. Would 100% recommend to others
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5 star ratingdont miss the Williamson tunnels Brilliant guide, unique experience a throughly enjoyable experience for everyone of all ages, nothing quite like it.
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23/09/25
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5 star rating
23/09/25
dont miss the Williamson tunnels Brilliant guide, unique experience a throughly enjoyable experience for everyone of all ages, nothing quite like it.
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5 star ratingAwesome. Wow. What a great insight into a fascinating man. The tunnels are an awesome place to visit and Mandy gave us a great tour. The tour gets better with a glimpse of the " Ballroom" through a grate in the floor and when you eventually get to the bottom it takes some beating.
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Bampton, United Kingdom
24/07/25
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5 star rating
24/07/25
Awesome. Wow. What a great insight into a fascinating man. The tunnels are an awesome place to visit and Mandy gave us a great tour. The tour gets better with a glimpse of the " Ballroom" through a grate in the floor and when you eventually get to the bottom it takes some beating.
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5 star ratingWelcoming ‘Friends’ Highly recommend this visit! Our guide Chris was very friendly and informative! Was great to see the amazing tunnels under our feet and hear about the work the ‘friends’ have done to allow us to visit! All the ‘friends’ made us feel very welcome offering us a brew and biscuit when we arrived and were happy to answer any questions!
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18/09/25
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5 star rating
18/09/25
Welcoming ‘Friends’ Highly recommend this visit! Our guide Chris was very friendly and informative! Was great to see the amazing tunnels under our feet and hear about the work the ‘friends’ have done to allow us to visit! All the ‘friends’ made us feel very welcome offering us a brew and biscuit when we arrived and were happy to answer any questions!
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5 star ratinggreatplace to visit Had a great visit to the tunnels last weekend. A really unique place to visit. It is a really amazing place to visit and you dont know what to expect until you visit it.Well worth a visit.
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22/09/25
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5 star rating
22/09/25
greatplace to visit Had a great visit to the tunnels last weekend. A really unique place to visit. It is a really amazing place to visit and you dont know what to expect until you visit it.Well worth a visit.
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5 star ratingA fascinating view into old Liverpool Our tour of the tunnels was expertly guided by Chris. It was very interesting to hear the tales about how the rubble was removed from the tunnels and look at the many artefacts that had been unearthed. Chris did well picking out interesting articles such as the Edward 7th commemorative china cup. Overall 2 hours well spent.
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Southport, United Kingdom
26/06/25
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5 star rating
26/06/25
A fascinating view into old Liverpool Our tour of the tunnels was expertly guided by Chris. It was very interesting to hear the tales about how the rubble was removed from the tunnels and look at the many artefacts that had been unearthed. Chris did well picking out interesting articles such as the Edward 7th commemorative china cup. Overall 2 hours well spent.
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5 star ratingWilliamson Tunnels - Why? Quirky attraction to see the Willamson Tunnels probably dug by soldiers with no other work returning from the Napoleonic Wars after 1812.

Extremely wealthy philanthropist Joseph Williamson decided to dig tunnels under parts of Liverpool to employ out of work soldiers for no other reasons than he had money and he could.

We had an excellent guide in archaeology student Georgia who knew her stuff and helped make our visit memorable to this quirky attraction.
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Wingfield, United Kingdom
20/04/25
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5 star rating
20/04/25
Williamson Tunnels - Why? Quirky attraction to see the Willamson Tunnels probably dug by soldiers with no other work returning from the Napoleonic Wars after 1812.

Extremely wealthy philanthropist Joseph Williamson decided to dig tunnels under parts of Liverpool to employ out of work soldiers for no other reasons than he had money and he could.

We had an excellent guide in archaeology student Georgia who knew her stuff and helped make our visit memorable to this quirky attraction.
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5 star ratingExcellent experience, would highly recommend We visited with my 2 young sons (5 & 12 years old) along with my elderly father, we all had a wonderful time and the tour was expertly delivered by our guide Mike. The size and depth of the site is breathtaking and the amount of work undertaken by the team to excavate the site difficult to comprehend. I would highly recommend the tour to all ages, we enjoyed it so much we have become members
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09/03/25
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5 star rating
09/03/25
Excellent experience, would highly recommend We visited with my 2 young sons (5 & 12 years old) along with my elderly father, we all had a wonderful time and the tour was expertly delivered by our guide Mike. The size and depth of the site is breathtaking and the amount of work undertaken by the team to excavate the site difficult to comprehend. I would highly recommend the tour to all ages, we enjoyed it so much we have become members
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5 star ratingHalloween tour Just took granddaughter to Halloween tour, she loves the way they have set it up, also kept her interested all the while, can't praise the guides and the rest of the staff enough, second time I have been ,still got more questions
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28/10/25
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5 star rating
28/10/25
Halloween tour Just took granddaughter to Halloween tour, she loves the way they have set it up, also kept her interested all the while, can't praise the guides and the rest of the staff enough, second time I have been ,still got more questions
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5 star ratingGreat visit to learn some local history Our guide was Tom, who gave a very interesting recount of the history of Joseph Williamson and the rediscovery and excavation of the tunnels. The tour lasted almost exactly the advertised 1.5 hours. Being from Liverpool, a visit to tunnels is something I’d wanted to do for a long time and it was lovely to see people from as far as the US in our group of 11. The volunteers do a great job of preserving this fabulous and weird bit of local history.
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Merseyside, United Kingdom
07/08/25
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5 star rating
07/08/25
Great visit to learn some local history Our guide was Tom, who gave a very interesting recount of the history of Joseph Williamson and the rediscovery and excavation of the tunnels. The tour lasted almost exactly the advertised 1.5 hours. Being from Liverpool, a visit to tunnels is something I’d wanted to do for a long time and it was lovely to see people from as far as the US in our group of 11. The volunteers do a great job of preserving this fabulous and weird bit of local history.
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5 star ratingAn engineering marvel I’m not sure any written review will ever do justice to the experience of actually setting foot in the Williamson tunnels. From the enormity of the vast tunnels to the enthusiastic and infectious commentary of the knowledgeable guide Mandy. It was all unmissable. My wife and I both live in Liverpool, and now we are retired we have more time to visit our city and a visit to Williamson tunnels was always on our list. We are so glad we have done it now. My only disappointment is that such a wonderful treasure in our city is not funded by the council or some sort of trust. It is all down to donations. Mandy passed on her local knowledge of the area and the tunnels making the trip even more enjoyable.
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
15/10/25
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5 star rating
15/10/25
An engineering marvel I’m not sure any written review will ever do justice to the experience of actually setting foot in the Williamson tunnels. From the enormity of the vast tunnels to the enthusiastic and infectious commentary of the knowledgeable guide Mandy. It was all unmissable. My wife and I both live in Liverpool, and now we are retired we have more time to visit our city and a visit to Williamson tunnels was always on our list. We are so glad we have done it now. My only disappointment is that such a wonderful treasure in our city is not funded by the council or some sort of trust. It is all down to donations. Mandy passed on her local knowledge of the area and the tunnels making the trip even more enjoyable.
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5 star ratingDon’t Miss the FoWT Tour – A Hidden Gem in Liverpool! Tom’s guided FoWT tour was amazing! It’s free, run by volunteers with passion, well worth a donation! Will visit again
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31/07/25
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5 star rating
31/07/25
Don’t Miss the FoWT Tour – A Hidden Gem in Liverpool! Tom’s guided FoWT tour was amazing! It’s free, run by volunteers with passion, well worth a donation! Will visit again
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5 star ratingGreat morning, a real alternative to traditional sites. This was such an interesting trip. Peter was our guide, bear in mind they are all volunteers, he was full of inormation, looked to answer all questions and was really engaging. Who knew what goes on beneath the streets?
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England, United Kingdom
26/02/25
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5 star rating
26/02/25
Great morning, a real alternative to traditional sites. This was such an interesting trip. Peter was our guide, bear in mind they are all volunteers, he was full of inormation, looked to answer all questions and was really engaging. Who knew what goes on beneath the streets?
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5 star ratingAn extremely interesting visit, full of facts about the tunnels and the history behind it all. Highly recommended Another excellent visit. We first visited in 2014 and to visit today were amazed at the vast difference which had taken place. The volunteers that undertake all this work should be applauded and congratulated on what they have achieved. Highly recommend you to visit. A special shout out to our guide Mike for the tour, so knowledgeable and passionate about the site which gives an added pleasure to hearing about the history.
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03/03/25
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5 star rating
03/03/25
An extremely interesting visit, full of facts about the tunnels and the history behind it all. Highly recommended Another excellent visit. We first visited in 2014 and to visit today were amazed at the vast difference which had taken place. The volunteers that undertake all this work should be applauded and congratulated on what they have achieved. Highly recommend you to visit. A special shout out to our guide Mike for the tour, so knowledgeable and passionate about the site which gives an added pleasure to hearing about the history.
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5 star ratingTour Booking was easy.but we waited outside the williamson heritage centre for an hour,wrong place.guide was brill very knowledgeable and funny.
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22/05/25
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22/05/25
Tour Booking was easy.but we waited outside the williamson heritage centre for an hour,wrong place.guide was brill very knowledgeable and funny.
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5 star ratingGreat tour. Highly recommend taking it. What an interesting tour. Been meaning to do it for ages. Mandy was our guide. My gosh she was so knowledgeable and fun, throwing in lots of little stories about the tunnels but also snippets of historical information on Liverpool itself. When you drive in, it looks like there isn't anything there, so it's quite a shock once you go underground. What a feat of engineering and vision. Highly recommend the tour and can only hope that the Heritage Centre can get saved. Too many sites in the city have been dismissed by city Councils. We have an amazing history and it should all be celebrated, including Mr Williamson.
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04/06/25
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04/06/25
Great tour. Highly recommend taking it. What an interesting tour. Been meaning to do it for ages. Mandy was our guide. My gosh she was so knowledgeable and fun, throwing in lots of little stories about the tunnels but also snippets of historical information on Liverpool itself. When you drive in, it looks like there isn't anything there, so it's quite a shock once you go underground. What a feat of engineering and vision. Highly recommend the tour and can only hope that the Heritage Centre can get saved. Too many sites in the city have been dismissed by city Councils. We have an amazing history and it should all be celebrated, including Mr Williamson.
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5 star ratingGoing Underground in Liverpool My mum, step-day and my partner all attended the tour yesterday (Sunday) at 2pm.

Our guide for the 1.5hour tour was Colin. Colin was a great guide - engaging, knowledgable and down to earth!

The experience itself is not one to be missed and we would recommend it to anyone who is interested in Liverpool, its history and those that lived here long ago.

All in all a great afternoon!
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London, United Kingdom
28/07/25
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28/07/25
Going Underground in Liverpool My mum, step-day and my partner all attended the tour yesterday (Sunday) at 2pm.

Our guide for the 1.5hour tour was Colin. Colin was a great guide - engaging, knowledgable and down to earth!

The experience itself is not one to be missed and we would recommend it to anyone who is interested in Liverpool, its history and those that lived here long ago.

All in all a great afternoon!
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5 star ratingAn amazing experience This tour is amazing and takes you deep into the tunnels below. It is a real experience and provides you with an insight into the history of the tunnels. Tom our guide has a wealth of knowledge he shares along the way, always willing to answer questions and his passion for the preservation and excavation of the tunnels is evident. This tour is run by volunteers and their enthusiasm is amazing. I had visited the Williamson Heritage Centre earlier in the week ( mistaken for the Friends of Williamson Tunnels) both offer an insight into the man that built these amazing structures. This tour was my favourite offering a real experience of going deep into the tunnels below, with hard hat and high vis jacket, enthusiastic volunteers and a real sense of exploration. I’d grown up hearing stories of the tunnels, and I am grateful to the team of volunteers that has made it possible to visit. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to explore Liverpool’s past. Just make sure you are on the right tour, both within the same area. This would be my preferred visit and the Hermitage one for anyone with small children. Thank you to all the volunteers past and present that has made it possible to make this available to all. A special thank you to Tom for sharing his wealth of knowledge along the way.
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London, United Kingdom
01/09/25
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5 star rating
01/09/25
An amazing experience This tour is amazing and takes you deep into the tunnels below. It is a real experience and provides you with an insight into the history of the tunnels. Tom our guide has a wealth of knowledge he shares along the way, always willing to answer questions and his passion for the preservation and excavation of the tunnels is evident. This tour is run by volunteers and their enthusiasm is amazing. I had visited the Williamson Heritage Centre earlier in the week ( mistaken for the Friends of Williamson Tunnels) both offer an insight into the man that built these amazing structures. This tour was my favourite offering a real experience of going deep into the tunnels below, with hard hat and high vis jacket, enthusiastic volunteers and a real sense of exploration. I’d grown up hearing stories of the tunnels, and I am grateful to the team of volunteers that has made it possible to visit. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to explore Liverpool’s past. Just make sure you are on the right tour, both within the same area. This would be my preferred visit and the Hermitage one for anyone with small children. Thank you to all the volunteers past and present that has made it possible to make this available to all. A special thank you to Tom for sharing his wealth of knowledge along the way.
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5 star ratingBrilliant Experience What a fantastic thing to experience! I've lived near Liverpool for nearly 30 years, and never knew there was something like this lying below the city. Mandy provided a really interesting and informative tour of the tunnels. If you're in Liverpool on a Wednesday or Sunday, I'd highly recommend a tour of the Williamson Tunnels.

I went with my grandparents (82 and 77), and I am disabled myself. We had no issues with accessibility (though it may still be difficult for some people - best to email in advance to discuss accessibility). My grandparents didn't feel confident going all the way down to the fourth and final level, but there was no pressure for them to go that far, so they just waited on the third level for the rest of the group.

The site is only a mile from the middle of Liverpool City Centre, and a couple of minutes walk from the University of Liverpool.

Tours are free, but you can leave a donation at the end.

It's best to book as far in advance as is possible, especially during summer peak season.
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23/07/25
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23/07/25
Brilliant Experience What a fantastic thing to experience! I've lived near Liverpool for nearly 30 years, and never knew there was something like this lying below the city. Mandy provided a really interesting and informative tour of the tunnels. If you're in Liverpool on a Wednesday or Sunday, I'd highly recommend a tour of the Williamson Tunnels.

I went with my grandparents (82 and 77), and I am disabled myself. We had no issues with accessibility (though it may still be difficult for some people - best to email in advance to discuss accessibility). My grandparents didn't feel confident going all the way down to the fourth and final level, but there was no pressure for them to go that far, so they just waited on the third level for the rest of the group.

The site is only a mile from the middle of Liverpool City Centre, and a couple of minutes walk from the University of Liverpool.

Tours are free, but you can leave a donation at the end.

It's best to book as far in advance as is possible, especially during summer peak season.
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5 star ratingExcellent way to spend an afternoon Excellent trip and a very engaging and informed guide (Mike) who brought the whole trip to life. Incredible that the network has been built and now being saved due to the hard work of volunteers. Incredible part of Liverpool's heritage.
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30/03/25
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30/03/25
Excellent way to spend an afternoon Excellent trip and a very engaging and informed guide (Mike) who brought the whole trip to life. Incredible that the network has been built and now being saved due to the hard work of volunteers. Incredible part of Liverpool's heritage.
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5 star ratingA worthwhile trip when in Liverpool! After our 30 min walk to the Williamson Tunnels (from the central) at first we thought ‘what lies beneath here?’. Well, a lot of history and facts! Tom, our guide, was very passionate and great at story telling. Friendly and welcoming, any questions asked were answered! Would recommend!
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England, United Kingdom
27/08/25
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27/08/25
A worthwhile trip when in Liverpool! After our 30 min walk to the Williamson Tunnels (from the central) at first we thought ‘what lies beneath here?’. Well, a lot of history and facts! Tom, our guide, was very passionate and great at story telling. Friendly and welcoming, any questions asked were answered! Would recommend!
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5 star ratingAbsolutely fascinating Really interesting and engaging tour. I went along not knowing what to expect, but seeing it highly rated on TripAdvisor, and was not disappointed!
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Lewes, United Kingdom
19/06/25
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5 star rating
19/06/25
Absolutely fascinating Really interesting and engaging tour. I went along not knowing what to expect, but seeing it highly rated on TripAdvisor, and was not disappointed!
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5 star ratingFascinating experience into the underground world created by Williamson Fascinating experience into the underground world created by Williamson. Having seen the tunnels on various TV shows, our guide, Mike, gave a captivating tour with stories from his years of tunnelling on the site as a volunteer, and interesting details of the variety of artifacts found. This is a working site, with new tunnels and spaces still being discovered. Well worth a visit - and we will be returning to see their progress from time to time.
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03/03/25
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03/03/25
Fascinating experience into the underground world created by Williamson Fascinating experience into the underground world created by Williamson. Having seen the tunnels on various TV shows, our guide, Mike, gave a captivating tour with stories from his years of tunnelling on the site as a volunteer, and interesting details of the variety of artifacts found. This is a working site, with new tunnels and spaces still being discovered. Well worth a visit - and we will be returning to see their progress from time to time.
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5 star ratingHighly recommended! Thanks so much to Clare, whose excellent guiding skills really brought the tunnels to life for us. A really fascinating trip!
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08/12/25
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08/12/25
Highly recommended! Thanks so much to Clare, whose excellent guiding skills really brought the tunnels to life for us. A really fascinating trip!
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5 star ratingThe tunnels that aren’t tunnels at all! Fascinating place to visit. All the more so as it still has many secrets left to give up. Nowhere else like it. Highly recommended. Look forward to visiting again and exploring further..
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22/06/25
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5 star rating
22/06/25
The tunnels that aren’t tunnels at all! Fascinating place to visit. All the more so as it still has many secrets left to give up. Nowhere else like it. Highly recommended. Look forward to visiting again and exploring further..
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5 star ratingVery nice Very friendly and informative, would reccomend 😄 the tunnels are well built and it's nice to learn a bit of history on liverpool
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22/09/25
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22/09/25
Very nice Very friendly and informative, would reccomend 😄 the tunnels are well built and it's nice to learn a bit of history on liverpool
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5 star ratingInteresting & informative. A very interesting & informative tour. Chris our guide knows his stuff & was willing & able to answer the group's questions.
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20/09/25
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20/09/25
Interesting & informative. A very interesting & informative tour. Chris our guide knows his stuff & was willing & able to answer the group's questions.
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5 star ratingWe are part of a social group and we attended the Williamson tunnels as part of a group outing.
We would really recommend this tour as a fascinating and interesting tour to look into Liverpools past history.
We were met by Mike who was friendly as was all the volunteers who manage the the Williamson tunnels.

After a brief safety talk given by Tom our group guide, we were then taken down to the first of four levels of this amazing tour.

It's hard to imagine all the hard work that the volunteers have done to get the tunnels in the condition that they are today.
It just got better the lower we went into the tunnels.

Tom our guide told a fascinating story of who Mr Williamson was and how he started and then tried to look after the poor and unemployed people of the time, it really was an amazing story and it does show all the hard work that all the volunteers had done to get to where they are today.

If you want an unique and different event, you will not be disappointed by your visit to the tunnels.
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
21/07/25
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5 star rating
21/07/25
We are part of a social group and we attended the Williamson tunnels as part of a group outing.
We would really recommend this tour as a fascinating and interesting tour to look into Liverpools past history.
We were met by Mike who was friendly as was all the volunteers who manage the the Williamson tunnels.

After a brief safety talk given by Tom our group guide, we were then taken down to the first of four levels of this amazing tour.

It's hard to imagine all the hard work that the volunteers have done to get the tunnels in the condition that they are today.
It just got better the lower we went into the tunnels.

Tom our guide told a fascinating story of who Mr Williamson was and how he started and then tried to look after the poor and unemployed people of the time, it really was an amazing story and it does show all the hard work that all the volunteers had done to get to where they are today.

If you want an unique and different event, you will not be disappointed by your visit to the tunnels.
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5 star ratingTunnels Absolutely amazing tour with a professional guide Mike. Highly recommended! It’s even hard to imagine how passionate these people are to doing all that work. Many thanks and see you soon!
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31/08/25
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31/08/25
Tunnels Absolutely amazing tour with a professional guide Mike. Highly recommended! It’s even hard to imagine how passionate these people are to doing all that work. Many thanks and see you soon!
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5 star ratingDefinitely worth a visit. Mandy was an excellent guide. She told us so much about the history of the local area as well as the actual tunnels. She was fun and entertaining as well as very knowledgeable. The tunnels are amazing. Well worth a visit. Only a short walk from Edgehill station so we came in by train although there is a car park there for drivers if you prefer to drive
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22/05/25
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22/05/25
Definitely worth a visit. Mandy was an excellent guide. She told us so much about the history of the local area as well as the actual tunnels. She was fun and entertaining as well as very knowledgeable. The tunnels are amazing. Well worth a visit. Only a short walk from Edgehill station so we came in by train although there is a car park there for drivers if you prefer to drive
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5 star ratingOne of the best tours to visit in Liverpool. This was an excellent tour. A definite must for anyone visiting Liverpool. Firstly we were welcomed by the volunteer guides and offered tea/coffee and biscuits. Everyone was friendly. The tour was amazing and our guide spent time answering all our questions. We were given loads of time to see everything. I would highly recommend that visitors become members and book the full tour. I've been on various Liverpool tours and I would rate this one amongst the best.
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29/10/25
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5 star rating
29/10/25
One of the best tours to visit in Liverpool. This was an excellent tour. A definite must for anyone visiting Liverpool. Firstly we were welcomed by the volunteer guides and offered tea/coffee and biscuits. Everyone was friendly. The tour was amazing and our guide spent time answering all our questions. We were given loads of time to see everything. I would highly recommend that visitors become members and book the full tour. I've been on various Liverpool tours and I would rate this one amongst the best.
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5 star ratingWhat a tour! What a great experience. Chris was fantastic and the whole tour exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend.
Was more than happy to leave a donation for such a fantastic free tour.
With a small group of only 5 it was a really personalised adventure.
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Victoria, Australia
26/11/25
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5 star rating
26/11/25
What a tour! What a great experience. Chris was fantastic and the whole tour exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend.
Was more than happy to leave a donation for such a fantastic free tour.
With a small group of only 5 it was a really personalised adventure.
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5 star ratingWhat a good way to spend an hour or so A really interesting place, lots of history and very enthusiastic and friendly volunteers. Clare was a very good guide and explained the tunnels clearly to us.
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17/09/25
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5 star rating
17/09/25
What a good way to spend an hour or so A really interesting place, lots of history and very enthusiastic and friendly volunteers. Clare was a very good guide and explained the tunnels clearly to us.
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5 star ratingHistory below Liverpool When visiting places always like to do something different. As such booked Williamsons Tunnels in advance and was not disappointed. Tom , our quite provided a full explanation about them and the ‘exploring’ was very interesting. No charge but a donation is gladly accepted and well worth it
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18/08/25
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5 star rating
18/08/25
History below Liverpool When visiting places always like to do something different. As such booked Williamsons Tunnels in advance and was not disappointed. Tom , our quite provided a full explanation about them and the ‘exploring’ was very interesting. No charge but a donation is gladly accepted and well worth it
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5 star ratingA quirky fascinating tour A quirky and fascinating tour. The tour offers a glimpse of the mysterious world of Joseph Williamson. With history, stories and speculation about the purpose of the subterranean tunnels, caverns, brick arches and passages. The volunteers were friendly and welcoming. Tom, our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. You can tell he loves what he does, he made the tour engaging. Highly recommended.
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Alsager, United Kingdom
21/09/25
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5 star rating
21/09/25
A quirky fascinating tour A quirky and fascinating tour. The tour offers a glimpse of the mysterious world of Joseph Williamson. With history, stories and speculation about the purpose of the subterranean tunnels, caverns, brick arches and passages. The volunteers were friendly and welcoming. Tom, our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. You can tell he loves what he does, he made the tour engaging. Highly recommended.
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5 star ratingA visit to these amazing tunnels is a must if you're visiting Liverpool - but do book early! A deceptively plain entrance leads you into an amazing world of subterranean wonder! Descending through the original cellars, you soon realise this is no ordinary underground experience; intricate brickwork soon changes to solid sandstone walls as you descend the 82 steps to the lowest level; a 60 foot high chamber. This is the hidden world of an underground quarry, secretly hewn from the native bedrock itself by philanthropist Joseph Williamson, whose ultimate purpose seems not to have been to win the hard-earned sandstone, but the employment and training of local unemployed people; all were sworn to secrecy about what they were doing, as Williamson didn't have the mineral and mining rights to the site.
The tunnels were filled in after Williamson's death, leaving the early explorers from the Friends of Williamson's Tunnels to discover many objects still intact in the rubbish; some are on display in the tunnels.
All in all, a fantastic venture into a forgotten world under the streets of Liverpool, it should not be missed.
Many thanks to the hard work of the Friends' volunteers, and special thanks to our guide, Tom, whose knowledge and obvious enthusiasm gave us a very enjoyable and entertaining visit!
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02/07/25
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5 star rating
02/07/25
A visit to these amazing tunnels is a must if you're visiting Liverpool - but do book early! A deceptively plain entrance leads you into an amazing world of subterranean wonder! Descending through the original cellars, you soon realise this is no ordinary underground experience; intricate brickwork soon changes to solid sandstone walls as you descend the 82 steps to the lowest level; a 60 foot high chamber. This is the hidden world of an underground quarry, secretly hewn from the native bedrock itself by philanthropist Joseph Williamson, whose ultimate purpose seems not to have been to win the hard-earned sandstone, but the employment and training of local unemployed people; all were sworn to secrecy about what they were doing, as Williamson didn't have the mineral and mining rights to the site.
The tunnels were filled in after Williamson's death, leaving the early explorers from the Friends of Williamson's Tunnels to discover many objects still intact in the rubbish; some are on display in the tunnels.
All in all, a fantastic venture into a forgotten world under the streets of Liverpool, it should not be missed.
Many thanks to the hard work of the Friends' volunteers, and special thanks to our guide, Tom, whose knowledge and obvious enthusiasm gave us a very enjoyable and entertaining visit!
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5 star ratingInformative tour I spent a fascinating few hours on a tour of the Paddington chambers and then Joseph Williamson's House. Tom is an enthusiastic and well informed guide. I'd been planning to visit for some time and delighted I finally got there. Well worth a visit.
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21/10/25
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5 star rating
21/10/25
Informative tour I spent a fascinating few hours on a tour of the Paddington chambers and then Joseph Williamson's House. Tom is an enthusiastic and well informed guide. I'd been planning to visit for some time and delighted I finally got there. Well worth a visit.
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5 star ratingGreat time at 39 Mason Street, Edge Hill L7 3EW ! We read their good instructions to get here, and our Uber driver (£7.92 from Waterfront ) brought us to the door.
We had to wait for others who DID NOT READ the message properly!!

It was a very interesting visit, and we can certainly recommend.
Tom was our guide, who explained very thoroughly about the tunnels.
It’s a free tour lasting a good two hours, but we felt it was worth a generous donation at the end .
All the staff we encountered were very friendly, and made us feel welcome.
It deserves its high ranking on this site.
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Stockport, United Kingdom
16/07/25
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5 star rating
16/07/25
Great time at 39 Mason Street, Edge Hill L7 3EW ! We read their good instructions to get here, and our Uber driver (£7.92 from Waterfront ) brought us to the door.
We had to wait for others who DID NOT READ the message properly!!

It was a very interesting visit, and we can certainly recommend.
Tom was our guide, who explained very thoroughly about the tunnels.
It’s a free tour lasting a good two hours, but we felt it was worth a generous donation at the end .
All the staff we encountered were very friendly, and made us feel welcome.
It deserves its high ranking on this site.
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5 star ratingAmazing I had a wonderful time on the tour today! Clare was an excellent guide, friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history she was sharing. She made the tour both informative and enjoyable, with just the right balance of stories and facts. It was a real pleasure to learn so much in such an engaging way. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the area’s history and especially with Clare as their guide
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05/11/25
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05/11/25
Amazing I had a wonderful time on the tour today! Clare was an excellent guide, friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history she was sharing. She made the tour both informative and enjoyable, with just the right balance of stories and facts. It was a real pleasure to learn so much in such an engaging way. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the area’s history and especially with Clare as their guide
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5 star ratingTerrific Tunnels! What a great way to spend an hour or so when visiting Liverpool! All the volunteers were very friendly and welcoming when I arrived. Due to the size of the groups, it's a really intimate experience that allows you to ask all the questions you can think of. My guide, Chris, was so helpful and knowledgeable about the tunnels. I left knowing more and having seen some truly fantastic things! So grateful for the FoWT for running this and sharing their knwoledge and love of the tunnels.
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13/08/25
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5 star rating
13/08/25
Terrific Tunnels! What a great way to spend an hour or so when visiting Liverpool! All the volunteers were very friendly and welcoming when I arrived. Due to the size of the groups, it's a really intimate experience that allows you to ask all the questions you can think of. My guide, Chris, was so helpful and knowledgeable about the tunnels. I left knowing more and having seen some truly fantastic things! So grateful for the FoWT for running this and sharing their knwoledge and love of the tunnels.
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5 star ratingA must do when in Liverpool This was an amazing tour and a great insight to the Paddington tunnels
Mandy our guide was really intresting and her stories about the tunnels where wonderful
I would recommend this tour 101%
Thank you all for at FOWT for. Wonderful day out
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Wirral, United Kingdom
27/02/25
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5 star rating
27/02/25
A must do when in Liverpool This was an amazing tour and a great insight to the Paddington tunnels
Mandy our guide was really intresting and her stories about the tunnels where wonderful
I would recommend this tour 101%
Thank you all for at FOWT for. Wonderful day out
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5 star ratingLovely, Funny, Informative I came in from Philadelphia for a couple days and I had a lovely tour with Mike! The tunnels are such a mysterious event beneath Liverpool and Mike is a great tour guide in explaining so much history to them. So thankful for answering all my questions, too! For anyone considering it, absolutely book it!
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29/06/25
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29/06/25
Lovely, Funny, Informative I came in from Philadelphia for a couple days and I had a lovely tour with Mike! The tunnels are such a mysterious event beneath Liverpool and Mike is a great tour guide in explaining so much history to them. So thankful for answering all my questions, too! For anyone considering it, absolutely book it!
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5 star ratingMust see attraction Such a fantastic visit - Tony the guide was wonderful and so knowledgeable. Many friendly volunteers who do a cracking job and you can help yourself to tea and coffee etc beforehand if you arrive early. So much to learn and a must see in Liverpool.
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London, United Kingdom
30/03/25
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30/03/25
Must see attraction Such a fantastic visit - Tony the guide was wonderful and so knowledgeable. Many friendly volunteers who do a cracking job and you can help yourself to tea and coffee etc beforehand if you arrive early. So much to learn and a must see in Liverpool.
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5 star ratingAmazing experience We went on a tour of the Williamson tunnels today and it was absolutely amazing. There was only the 2 of us with our tour guide, Tom, and he was so friendly and really informative, he really knew his stuff!
It was amazing to see and hear about, it took roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes but it went so quick because we enjoyed it so much.
The work they have put in to making these tours possible is unreal and we are extremely grateful for that.
I wish they were given the permissions and also funding needed for them to carry on the amazing work they are doing.
Thankyou so much again to Tom for such a brilliant day.
Would definitely recommend a visit and will be returning
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11/01/26
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11/01/26
Amazing experience We went on a tour of the Williamson tunnels today and it was absolutely amazing. There was only the 2 of us with our tour guide, Tom, and he was so friendly and really informative, he really knew his stuff!
It was amazing to see and hear about, it took roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes but it went so quick because we enjoyed it so much.
The work they have put in to making these tours possible is unreal and we are extremely grateful for that.
I wish they were given the permissions and also funding needed for them to carry on the amazing work they are doing.
Thankyou so much again to Tom for such a brilliant day.
Would definitely recommend a visit and will be returning
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5 star rating. A visit to the site with a very informative guide. Learn about the world of Joseph Williamson and the surrounding area..
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14/09/25
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5 star ratingTunnel Walk We actually stumbled across this attraction whilst scrolling through Trip Advisor prior to our visit to Liverpool. It sounded and proved to be Amazing!
You have to book online but it's simple and communication from the friends is very good. Tour sizes are limited due to the nature of the attraction, ie being underground as a group, with 1 guide.
Our guide was Tony, a very lovely and knowledgable chap, who is part of the excavation team yes, there are ongoing discoveries and tunnel clearances; all very interesting. The tour lasted about 1.5 hrs but as Tony said, it really depends on how many questions he gets asked :-)
There are no low or narrow parts to navigate although, sometimes, the floor is a bit uneven. Accessability is by steps and stairs with one very stable metal staircase towards the last part of the tour (but you can view the area without needing to descend).
The tours are free but donations are gratefully recieved and for a small joining fee, you can become a member, getting updates etc. and explore a second part of the tunnels!
Or even volunteer :-)
All in all, it was the best attraction we've done for years. Highly recommended!
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09/05/25
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Tunnel Walk We actually stumbled across this attraction whilst scrolling through Trip Advisor prior to our visit to Liverpool. It sounded and proved to be Amazing!
You have to book online but it's simple and communication from the friends is very good. Tour sizes are limited due to the nature of the attraction, ie being underground as a group, with 1 guide.
Our guide was Tony, a very lovely and knowledgable chap, who is part of the excavation team yes, there are ongoing discoveries and tunnel clearances; all very interesting. The tour lasted about 1.5 hrs but as Tony said, it really depends on how many questions he gets asked :-)
There are no low or narrow parts to navigate although, sometimes, the floor is a bit uneven. Accessability is by steps and stairs with one very stable metal staircase towards the last part of the tour (but you can view the area without needing to descend).
The tours are free but donations are gratefully recieved and for a small joining fee, you can become a member, getting updates etc. and explore a second part of the tunnels!
Or even volunteer :-)
All in all, it was the best attraction we've done for years. Highly recommended!
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5 star ratingAn a"MAZE"ing experience! This is such a quirky and historically important site, full of interest and yet so many unanswered questions as to the purpose of such a labyrinth. Excellent guides, amazing underground atmosphere. Not to be missed!
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26/02/25
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5 star rating
26/02/25
An a"MAZE"ing experience! This is such a quirky and historically important site, full of interest and yet so many unanswered questions as to the purpose of such a labyrinth. Excellent guides, amazing underground atmosphere. Not to be missed!
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5 star ratingWorth a visit Really interesting experience, Peter was very friendly and full of knowledge. Great to see these volunteers doing such great work.
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27/02/25
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27/02/25
Worth a visit Really interesting experience, Peter was very friendly and full of knowledge. Great to see these volunteers doing such great work.
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5 star ratingFantastic and informative Great tour Tom was very informative and happy to answer all questions.
Amazing to see what lies beneath the streets of a Liverpool. Ran by passionate volunteers and a free tour .. a donation is a must to allow this work to continue.
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Neilston, United Kingdom
21/01/26
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21/01/26
Fantastic and informative Great tour Tom was very informative and happy to answer all questions.
Amazing to see what lies beneath the streets of a Liverpool. Ran by passionate volunteers and a free tour .. a donation is a must to allow this work to continue.
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5 star ratingEpic! Really enjoyed our trip underground with our excellent guide Chris. Very knowledgeable and explained everything really well. We were very lucky to have had our own personal guide as the tour we wanted to go on was fully booked so Mike very kindly arranged our tour with Chris. Cannot recommend this tour enough! Just epic!!!
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12/07/25
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12/07/25
Epic! Really enjoyed our trip underground with our excellent guide Chris. Very knowledgeable and explained everything really well. We were very lucky to have had our own personal guide as the tour we wanted to go on was fully booked so Mike very kindly arranged our tour with Chris. Cannot recommend this tour enough! Just epic!!!
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3 star ratingOdd day out Average experience. But surprisingly interesting in the end. Good for wet weather event. Poor souls who built it all. Not many eating places nearby
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Liverpool, United Kingdom
26/09/25
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3 star rating
26/09/25
Odd day out Average experience. But surprisingly interesting in the end. Good for wet weather event. Poor souls who built it all. Not many eating places nearby
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5 star ratingGreat and informative City History. Amazing trip today with 14 members of the Boys Brigade from within the Liverpool Battalion.
It’s amazing when you find out so much more than you knew about our own city.
Tour was well run with informative guides and are a credit to what should be a Listed Site of Major Historical Importance.
Should be better funded so that the volunteers can do more exploration and add to the wealth of history they have already discovered.

Many thanks from Boys Brigade Woolton.
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13/07/25
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13/07/25
Great and informative City History. Amazing trip today with 14 members of the Boys Brigade from within the Liverpool Battalion.
It’s amazing when you find out so much more than you knew about our own city.
Tour was well run with informative guides and are a credit to what should be a Listed Site of Major Historical Importance.
Should be better funded so that the volunteers can do more exploration and add to the wealth of history they have already discovered.

Many thanks from Boys Brigade Woolton.
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5 star ratingFascinating tour The tour of Williamson's tunnels was absolutely fascinating. Our tour guide (Clare) was fantastic and all of the volunteers we met were really friendly and enthusiastic. Thank you for a great experience and we would love to come back to do the tour of Williamson's house.
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22/12/25
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22/12/25
Fascinating tour The tour of Williamson's tunnels was absolutely fascinating. Our tour guide (Clare) was fantastic and all of the volunteers we met were really friendly and enthusiastic. Thank you for a great experience and we would love to come back to do the tour of Williamson's house.
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5 star ratingFamily visit at Easter Everyone really enjoyed the visit, even the teenagers they said 'it was cool'. Impressive the work of the volunteers who have made it possible for the public to see the Williamsons Tunnels.
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19/04/25
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19/04/25
Family visit at Easter Everyone really enjoyed the visit, even the teenagers they said 'it was cool'. Impressive the work of the volunteers who have made it possible for the public to see the Williamsons Tunnels.
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5 star ratingInteresting A site that I knew existed but had never had the pleasure of visiting- until recently, and I’m so pleased I did. Guided by lovely knowledgeable volunteers, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
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24/09/25
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24/09/25
Interesting A site that I knew existed but had never had the pleasure of visiting- until recently, and I’m so pleased I did. Guided by lovely knowledgeable volunteers, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
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5 star ratingGreat experience! A great experience.. led by knowledgeable passionate guides who actually completed the excavation.. our guide was Chris who was friendly and informative.. definitely worth a trip
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19/09/25
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19/09/25
Great experience! A great experience.. led by knowledgeable passionate guides who actually completed the excavation.. our guide was Chris who was friendly and informative.. definitely worth a trip
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5 star ratingFascinating This was a fascinating insight into the history of the tunnels and the man behind their construction.

Our guide, Tony, was full of interesting information on both counts and encouraged further investigation. He clearly knew his subject well.

Well worth a visit.
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29/05/25
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29/05/25
Fascinating This was a fascinating insight into the history of the tunnels and the man behind their construction.

Our guide, Tony, was full of interesting information on both counts and encouraged further investigation. He clearly knew his subject well.

Well worth a visit.
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5 star ratingWish I'd visited ages ago- great fun & really interesting! Why didn't I visit earlier? Highly recommended. The 'tunnels' are much more varied than I expected and had several different forms & uses. Lots of photos and finds on display, some prompting nostalgic memories (I am a post-WWII baby boomer) but mostly much older. Our guide, Chris, was knowledgeable and looked after us extremely well. The site is well lit, with good attention to safety. The occasional areas of uneven floor were well-advertised and the steps and stairs were all very safe & secure. Great fun and I learnt lots about earlier Liverpool
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21/09/25
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21/09/25
Wish I'd visited ages ago- great fun & really interesting! Why didn't I visit earlier? Highly recommended. The 'tunnels' are much more varied than I expected and had several different forms & uses. Lots of photos and finds on display, some prompting nostalgic memories (I am a post-WWII baby boomer) but mostly much older. Our guide, Chris, was knowledgeable and looked after us extremely well. The site is well lit, with good attention to safety. The occasional areas of uneven floor were well-advertised and the steps and stairs were all very safe & secure. Great fun and I learnt lots about earlier Liverpool
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5 star ratingWhat's lurking underground in Liverpool! We did'nt really know what to expect on our visit to the tunnels so we were both astounded when we were led underground! Our guide Mike had so much information to share with the group and he was happy to answer any questions. I would highly recommend the tour to anyone, we don't come from Liverpool but if you do you should visit here and learn what is lurking underground in your city!
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23/03/25
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23/03/25
What's lurking underground in Liverpool! We did'nt really know what to expect on our visit to the tunnels so we were both astounded when we were led underground! Our guide Mike had so much information to share with the group and he was happy to answer any questions. I would highly recommend the tour to anyone, we don't come from Liverpool but if you do you should visit here and learn what is lurking underground in your city!
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5 star ratingGreat Mystery Very interesting tour to historical Victorian tunnels.
The guide Mandy was exceptionally informative and dedicated to the preservation of Joseph Williamson's heritage.
Remarkable tunnel building and stories of times gone by.
Will definitely visit again.
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05/03/25
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05/03/25
Great Mystery Very interesting tour to historical Victorian tunnels.
The guide Mandy was exceptionally informative and dedicated to the preservation of Joseph Williamson's heritage.
Remarkable tunnel building and stories of times gone by.
Will definitely visit again.
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5 star ratingTunnel tour Me and my friend attended the tour with Mike, he knew so much about the tunnels and it was even more interesting as he had been part of the team that had cleared them! It was interesting and fun, definitely recommended!
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01/09/25
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01/09/25
Tunnel tour Me and my friend attended the tour with Mike, he knew so much about the tunnels and it was even more interesting as he had been part of the team that had cleared them! It was interesting and fun, definitely recommended!
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5 star ratingFantastic FREE Experience packed with facts from a knowledgeable volunteer A fabulous 1.5 hour experience. Packed with information and local history. A group of 12 of us visited to explore the subterranean architectural spaces. The Friends of Williamson's Tunnels organised a bespoke tour for us across 2 different sites. We looked at the banqueting hall and the cathedral like 4 story deep quarry spaces. Our tour guide was Tom, and he was so incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the history and the rediscovery of the tunnels (being one of the volunteers that helped to unearth the spaces for the public)

This would be great for anyone local and visitors to the city who want a truly Liverpool Experience. Its damp down there and there are staircases to descend, (so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and check accessibility requirements) but this all adds to the experience!

The Friends of WT do all of this FOR FREE (!)
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27/03/25
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27/03/25
Fantastic FREE Experience packed with facts from a knowledgeable volunteer A fabulous 1.5 hour experience. Packed with information and local history. A group of 12 of us visited to explore the subterranean architectural spaces. The Friends of Williamson's Tunnels organised a bespoke tour for us across 2 different sites. We looked at the banqueting hall and the cathedral like 4 story deep quarry spaces. Our tour guide was Tom, and he was so incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the history and the rediscovery of the tunnels (being one of the volunteers that helped to unearth the spaces for the public)

This would be great for anyone local and visitors to the city who want a truly Liverpool Experience. Its damp down there and there are staircases to descend, (so be sure to wear sturdy shoes and check accessibility requirements) but this all adds to the experience!

The Friends of WT do all of this FOR FREE (!)
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4.9 Stars - Based on 209 Visitor Reviews

This tour was a spectacular hidden gem of Liverpool. We had a tour with Phil, and he was an amazing guide. The tunnels were mind boggling. Everytime we entered a new section, I was in more awe. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!
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17/07/24
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17/07/24
This tour was a spectacular hidden gem of Liverpool. We had a tour with Phil, and he was an amazing guide. The tunnels were mind boggling. Everytime we entered a new section, I was in more awe. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!
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Very cool and such a nice experience and friendly volunteers. but dissapoited we didn't actually go in willams Tunnels and went into Paddington tunnels instead but still an amazing experience and deffo worth going.
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23/11/25
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23/11/25
Very cool and such a nice experience and friendly volunteers. but dissapoited we didn't actually go in willams Tunnels and went into Paddington tunnels instead but still an amazing experience and deffo worth going.
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A hidden gem among Liverpool's many treasures. We had a great experience and our guide Tom gave us a really insightful tour. The dedication of the volunteers to keeping this part of Liverpool's history alive is amazing and I wish them all the best in their future endeavours. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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17/04/25
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17/04/25
A hidden gem among Liverpool's many treasures. We had a great experience and our guide Tom gave us a really insightful tour. The dedication of the volunteers to keeping this part of Liverpool's history alive is amazing and I wish them all the best in their future endeavours. Definitely a highlight of our trip!
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A most excellent tour with the very knowledgeable and entertaining volunteer Mandy. I highly recommend a visit it's fascinating and inspiring. A big thank you for accommodating me at short notice.
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13/11/25
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13/11/25
A most excellent tour with the very knowledgeable and entertaining volunteer Mandy. I highly recommend a visit it's fascinating and inspiring. A big thank you for accommodating me at short notice.
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My mum, step-day and my partner all attended the tour yesterday (Sunday) at 2pm.

Our guide for the 1.5hour tour was Colin. Colin was a great guide - engaging, knowledgable and down to earth!

The experience itself is not one to be missed and we would recommend it to anyone who is interested in Liverpool, its history and those that lived here long ago.

All in all a great afternoon!
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28/07/25
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28/07/25
My mum, step-day and my partner all attended the tour yesterday (Sunday) at 2pm.

Our guide for the 1.5hour tour was Colin. Colin was a great guide - engaging, knowledgable and down to earth!

The experience itself is not one to be missed and we would recommend it to anyone who is interested in Liverpool, its history and those that lived here long ago.

All in all a great afternoon!
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This is a fascinating place to visit as part of Liverpools heritage. At first glance you may think what is this place as on the surface it may not seem too attractive, but the magic of the experience is to be found underground. With the history of how they excavated it and what they found, I was captivated for the whole tour, led by Lynn, who was a great guide. 😁
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18/06/23
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18/06/23
This is a fascinating place to visit as part of Liverpools heritage. At first glance you may think what is this place as on the surface it may not seem too attractive, but the magic of the experience is to be found underground. With the history of how they excavated it and what they found, I was captivated for the whole tour, led by Lynn, who was a great guide. 😁
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Great tour from Mike, he was engaging and was willing to answer many questions.

The tour lasted roughly 2 hours and contained plenty of history and exploring. It really sheds a new light on Liverpool.
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17/11/24
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17/11/24
Great tour from Mike, he was engaging and was willing to answer many questions.

The tour lasted roughly 2 hours and contained plenty of history and exploring. It really sheds a new light on Liverpool.
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LOVED IT. Visited as a family (2 children in tow). Guide (Tom) was absolutely superb, very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the subject matter. Signed up as members, kids well and truly hooked, we will be back for a bigger tour. Thanks to all the volunteers. Great way to spend a Sunday.
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19/10/25
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19/10/25
LOVED IT. Visited as a family (2 children in tow). Guide (Tom) was absolutely superb, very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the subject matter. Signed up as members, kids well and truly hooked, we will be back for a bigger tour. Thanks to all the volunteers. Great way to spend a Sunday.
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What a great underground adventure. Visited today, and we will be coming back to do the 2nd part.
Your guides are not just well informed, but were the people who dug out these chambers!!!! So you are getting first-hand recounts of their discoveries, living their excitement of finding a new tunnel, or artefact - hearing it from them brings it to life.
Amazing that this exists, and has not been destroyed by city developments and new buildings.
Great to see something run by passionate individuals - not buricrats. Well done FoWT.
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15/06/25
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15/06/25
What a great underground adventure. Visited today, and we will be coming back to do the 2nd part.
Your guides are not just well informed, but were the people who dug out these chambers!!!! So you are getting first-hand recounts of their discoveries, living their excitement of finding a new tunnel, or artefact - hearing it from them brings it to life.
Amazing that this exists, and has not been destroyed by city developments and new buildings.
Great to see something run by passionate individuals - not buricrats. Well done FoWT.
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Fascinating insight into the history of the Tunnels. Colin was very informative and made the place come alive through is knowledge. All the volunteers were helpful and friendly. Well worth a visit.
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17/11/24
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17/11/24
Fascinating insight into the history of the Tunnels. Colin was very informative and made the place come alive through is knowledge. All the volunteers were helpful and friendly. Well worth a visit.
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A great experience.. led by knowledgeable passionate guides who actually completed the excavation.. our guide was Chris who was friendly and informative.. definitely worth a trip 😁
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19/09/25
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19/09/25
A great experience.. led by knowledgeable passionate guides who actually completed the excavation.. our guide was Chris who was friendly and informative.. definitely worth a trip 😁
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What a gem! Tucked away in Edge Hill, Friends of Williamson’s Tunnels brings Joseph Williamson’s eccentric 19th-century underground world vividly to life. A passionate team of volunteers has painstakingly excavated and restored vaults, passageways and vast chambers, and they tell the story brilliantly. Our guide, Chris, took his time, answered every question, and made the labyrinth feel both mysterious and human. We spent about 2–2.5 hours below ground and didn’t feel bored for a second.

A few extras that make it special: these tunnels were dug in the early 1800s and their purpose is still debated—employment for the poor, quarry backfill, or sheer eccentricity—but the result is spectacular, including the so-called “Banqueting Hall”, a dramatic vaulted space deep beneath Mason Street. FoWT has been uncovering and preserving this network since the 1990s, entirely volunteer-led, which makes the quality of the tour even more impressive. Entry is free; donations are welcomed and very well used when you see what’s been achieved. Tip: book ahead for their Wednesday/Sunday tours, wear sturdy shoes, and don’t forget to put your pin on the visitors’ map near the free coffee and hot cocoa.

Absolutely recommended—something wonderfully different from the usual city highlights, and a testament to Liverpool’s quirky, industrious past.
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24/10/25
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24/10/25
What a gem! Tucked away in Edge Hill, Friends of Williamson’s Tunnels brings Joseph Williamson’s eccentric 19th-century underground world vividly to life. A passionate team of volunteers has painstakingly excavated and restored vaults, passageways and vast chambers, and they tell the story brilliantly. Our guide, Chris, took his time, answered every question, and made the labyrinth feel both mysterious and human. We spent about 2–2.5 hours below ground and didn’t feel bored for a second.

A few extras that make it special: these tunnels were dug in the early 1800s and their purpose is still debated—employment for the poor, quarry backfill, or sheer eccentricity—but the result is spectacular, including the so-called “Banqueting Hall”, a dramatic vaulted space deep beneath Mason Street. FoWT has been uncovering and preserving this network since the 1990s, entirely volunteer-led, which makes the quality of the tour even more impressive. Entry is free; donations are welcomed and very well used when you see what’s been achieved. Tip: book ahead for their Wednesday/Sunday tours, wear sturdy shoes, and don’t forget to put your pin on the visitors’ map near the free coffee and hot cocoa.

Absolutely recommended—something wonderfully different from the usual city highlights, and a testament to Liverpool’s quirky, industrious past.
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This is a fantastic tour around one of the most fascinating places in Liverpool. Tom was our guide, and he is so knowledgeable about the tunnels and the work that has been done to re-discover them. Would highly recommend supporting the Friends of Williamson's Tunnels by paying a visit
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15/10/25
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15/10/25
This is a fantastic tour around one of the most fascinating places in Liverpool. Tom was our guide, and he is so knowledgeable about the tunnels and the work that has been done to re-discover them. Would highly recommend supporting the Friends of Williamson's Tunnels by paying a visit
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5 of our family went to view the cellulars it was our first time and it was absolutely brilliant our guid Tom was very knowledgeable and told us loads of interesting facts we travelled down over 65 feet below ground down to the bass of the cellulars interesting artifacts every were glass bottles jugs pipes beer bottles you must visit its free as well. just give what you can to help and support you are under no obligation to give money
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18/06/22
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18/06/22
5 of our family went to view the cellulars it was our first time and it was absolutely brilliant our guid Tom was very knowledgeable and told us loads of interesting facts we travelled down over 65 feet below ground down to the bass of the cellulars interesting artifacts every were glass bottles jugs pipes beer bottles you must visit its free as well. just give what you can to help and support you are under no obligation to give money
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Excellent experience. Tom was very knowledgeable. Would recommend to all
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17/03/25
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17/03/25
Excellent experience. Tom was very knowledgeable. Would recommend to all
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un labirinto sotterraneo ricco di mistero e fascino: esperienza super piacevole e inaspettata! le visite sono gestite dai volontari, che hanno anche fatto gli scavi per riportare alla luce i tunnel. ci ha guidato Chris, competente e pronto a rispondere ad ogni curiosità. vengono forniti caschetto e gilet alta visibilità, servono vestiti comodi caldi e scarpe chiuse.
su prenotazione causa gruppi piccoli.
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25/09/25
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25/09/25
un labirinto sotterraneo ricco di mistero e fascino: esperienza super piacevole e inaspettata! le visite sono gestite dai volontari, che hanno anche fatto gli scavi per riportare alla luce i tunnel. ci ha guidato Chris, competente e pronto a rispondere ad ogni curiosità. vengono forniti caschetto e gilet alta visibilità, servono vestiti comodi caldi e scarpe chiuse.
su prenotazione causa gruppi piccoli.
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Had a wonderful underground tour learning the history of Joseph Williamson and his estate.

Our guides, Tony and Laura, are diggers themselves and shared their personal experiences which really helped shape the story.

The project is entirely managed by volunteers and run on donations which is quite impressive. We look forward to returning!
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18/06/24
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18/06/24
Had a wonderful underground tour learning the history of Joseph Williamson and his estate.

Our guides, Tony and Laura, are diggers themselves and shared their personal experiences which really helped shape the story.

The project is entirely managed by volunteers and run on donations which is quite impressive. We look forward to returning!
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Having brought ex-scouser friends back to Liverpool for a couple of days I was not sure what they would make of the Williamson Tunnels friends site. They were blown away and still talking about our visit on our journey back south a couple of days later. The very favourable impressions were augmented by the verve with which our guide, Mandy, explained everything from the layout to the articles found during excavation. All in all a very enjoyable visit.
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11/10/25
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11/10/25
Having brought ex-scouser friends back to Liverpool for a couple of days I was not sure what they would make of the Williamson Tunnels friends site. They were blown away and still talking about our visit on our journey back south a couple of days later. The very favourable impressions were augmented by the verve with which our guide, Mandy, explained everything from the layout to the articles found during excavation. All in all a very enjoyable visit.
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Absolutely amazing. Been on my to do list for a very long time and finally got to visit yesterday.

This labyrinthed time capsule of history includes intrigue, craftsmanship, everyday life, and so much more. The Williamsons's House site with its lower ground sections
including the Banqueting Hall, Wine Bins, kitchen (not forgetting what the Army barracks built nearby there too) and the Paddington site with its 4 levels are all eye openers.

I became a member straight away and here's looking forward to assisting in the future with further digging and assistance.

A big thank you to Mike for the tour and Lynn for arranging my visit to both sites and arranging to becone a member 👍
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18/06/23
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18/06/23
Absolutely amazing. Been on my to do list for a very long time and finally got to visit yesterday.

This labyrinthed time capsule of history includes intrigue, craftsmanship, everyday life, and so much more. The Williamsons's House site with its lower ground sections
including the Banqueting Hall, Wine Bins, kitchen (not forgetting what the Army barracks built nearby there too) and the Paddington site with its 4 levels are all eye openers.

I became a member straight away and here's looking forward to assisting in the future with further digging and assistance.

A big thank you to Mike for the tour and Lynn for arranging my visit to both sites and arranging to becone a member 👍
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Cool tunnels and guide. Bring someone with you who can sing ... The acoustics are amazing in the caverns.
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18/06/24
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18/06/24
Cool tunnels and guide. Bring someone with you who can sing ... The acoustics are amazing in the caverns.
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Exceptional heritage activity centre, the staff were incredibly knowledgeable, the history of the place is amazing. Cannot recommend it enough.
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17/07/24
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17/07/24
Exceptional heritage activity centre, the staff were incredibly knowledgeable, the history of the place is amazing. Cannot recommend it enough.
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Wonderful outing with wonderful guides who clearly have passion for the tunnels and enjoy sharing their knowledge with visitors. Learnt a surprising amount about life a century ago through the relics (i.e. trash) that have been retrieved and put on display and the stories that come with them. Highly recommend.
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18/06/24
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18/06/24
Wonderful outing with wonderful guides who clearly have passion for the tunnels and enjoy sharing their knowledge with visitors. Learnt a surprising amount about life a century ago through the relics (i.e. trash) that have been retrieved and put on display and the stories that come with them. Highly recommend.
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I am still delighted with this experience. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
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13/06/25
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13/06/25
I am still delighted with this experience. I recommend it wholeheartedly.
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Amazing experience. Would definitely recommend.
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17/10/24
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17/10/24
Amazing experience. Would definitely recommend.
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Cannot recommend this tour highly enough whether you are a local or a visitor of the city.

Lynn was the most amazing tour guide who has been with the project from the beginning - passionate, knowledgeable, funny and engaging and we cannot thank her enough for being so supportive of our vulnerable client group.

This project is run entirely by volunteers and it is quite remarkable what has been achieved in a relatively short space of time. The tour is free but donations are welcome - we were so impressed we made a donation and became members. Will definitely be back. Keep up the good work!
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18/06/23
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18/06/23
Cannot recommend this tour highly enough whether you are a local or a visitor of the city.

Lynn was the most amazing tour guide who has been with the project from the beginning - passionate, knowledgeable, funny and engaging and we cannot thank her enough for being so supportive of our vulnerable client group.

This project is run entirely by volunteers and it is quite remarkable what has been achieved in a relatively short space of time. The tour is free but donations are welcome - we were so impressed we made a donation and became members. Will definitely be back. Keep up the good work!
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Had a great afternoon at the Paddington site. Mike was very knowledgeable and friendly . The history of the tunnels was interesting to learn about. The tour lasted about an hour and a half. It's very impressive that the volunteers excavated the tunnels and hopefully they will be able to carry on the fabulous work and uncover more tunnels in the future.
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17/02/25
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17/02/25
Had a great afternoon at the Paddington site. Mike was very knowledgeable and friendly . The history of the tunnels was interesting to learn about. The tour lasted about an hour and a half. It's very impressive that the volunteers excavated the tunnels and hopefully they will be able to carry on the fabulous work and uncover more tunnels in the future.
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We had a fantastic tour of the tunnels from Col and Pete, and would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Liverpool! They were very knowledgable and the history of the tunnels is fascinating (and mysterious). Looking forward to coming back in a few years as the excavations continue!
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18/06/22
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18/06/22
We had a fantastic tour of the tunnels from Col and Pete, and would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Liverpool! They were very knowledgable and the history of the tunnels is fascinating (and mysterious). Looking forward to coming back in a few years as the excavations continue!
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Well worth doing! Toms knowledge of the tunnels, the welcoming attitude and the exhibits make this one of the best things in Liverpool.
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18/06/22
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18/06/22
Well worth doing! Toms knowledge of the tunnels, the welcoming attitude and the exhibits make this one of the best things in Liverpool.
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Absolutely fascinating! So interesting and learnt so much. Can't believe how much these amazing people have done to excavate the tunnels! Tour guide was full of facts and really friendly. Our 9 year old loved it and got a certificate and badge too. Will definitely be back!
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Joanne W.
18/06/22
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Joanne W.
18/06/22
Absolutely fascinating! So interesting and learnt so much. Can't believe how much these amazing people have done to excavate the tunnels! Tour guide was full of facts and really friendly. Our 9 year old loved it and got a certificate and badge too. Will definitely be back!
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Wow! After having a brilliant tour with Clare around the house site, we came back a few days later to visit the Paddington site, this time with Chris. Both guides were very knowledgeable and both sites are well worth a visit. Its amazing the work put into making these tunnels accessible, so well done to all the volunteers! Well worth a visit if you are in Liverpool!
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17/09/25
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Joanne W.
17/09/25
Wow! After having a brilliant tour with Clare around the house site, we came back a few days later to visit the Paddington site, this time with Chris. Both guides were very knowledgeable and both sites are well worth a visit. Its amazing the work put into making these tunnels accessible, so well done to all the volunteers! Well worth a visit if you are in Liverpool!
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Sehr freundlicher Empfang und eine tolle Führung mit viel Hintergrundwissen. Haben gerne etwas gespendet da alle das freiwillig machen und sich viel Mühe geben. Einfach per Email anschreiben. Wir hatten das 1 Tag vorher gemacht und die Uhrzeit war uns egal. Waren dann um 11 Uhr auf der ersten Führung
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20/06/25
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Dunja S.
20/06/25
Sehr freundlicher Empfang und eine tolle Führung mit viel Hintergrundwissen. Haben gerne etwas gespendet da alle das freiwillig machen und sich viel Mühe geben. Einfach per Email anschreiben. Wir hatten das 1 Tag vorher gemacht und die Uhrzeit war uns egal. Waren dann um 11 Uhr auf der ersten Führung
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Such knowledgeable and passionate guides, a really interesting story and a fascinating insight into the history of a man, a city and a story you'd never know otherwise. We were two adults and a 5 year old on a Sunday afternoon, our guide Tom ensured we were all engaged throughout.

Top class.
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01/09/25
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01/09/25
Such knowledgeable and passionate guides, a really interesting story and a fascinating insight into the history of a man, a city and a story you'd never know otherwise. We were two adults and a 5 year old on a Sunday afternoon, our guide Tom ensured we were all engaged throughout.

Top class.
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Excellent tour. Quite an extraordinary story and a very memorable experience. A special thanks to Tom for sharing his knowledge and obvious passion for the place. Def recommended if you are in Liverpool.
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17/09/24
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17/09/24
Excellent tour. Quite an extraordinary story and a very memorable experience. A special thanks to Tom for sharing his knowledge and obvious passion for the place. Def recommended if you are in Liverpool.
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Williamson Tunnels – Liverpool – STEM Site Visit

As part of our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) involvement within education, we were delighted to take our “Trainee Civil Engineers” from Oastlers School (Bradford), on a site visit to The Williamson Tunnels (Liverpool).

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18/06/24
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18/06/24
Williamson Tunnels – Liverpool – STEM Site Visit

As part of our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) involvement within education, we were delighted to take our “Trainee Civil Engineers” from Oastlers School (Bradford), on a site visit to The Williamson Tunnels (Liverpool).

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We found this place by accident and were very impressed. Enthusiastic team and worth a visit. Follow guidelines from group and not Google.
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27/09/25
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Paul L.
27/09/25
We found this place by accident and were very impressed. Enthusiastic team and worth a visit. Follow guidelines from group and not Google.
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Mike our tour guide was excellent, the tunnels are fascinating and a great way to spend an hour or two. If you're looking for something unusual to do in Liverpool I'd highly recommend it.
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Lucie G.
17/03/25
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Lucie G.
17/03/25
Mike our tour guide was excellent, the tunnels are fascinating and a great way to spend an hour or two. If you're looking for something unusual to do in Liverpool I'd highly recommend it.
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Mike was a great guide and so enthusiastic.
Lovely experience
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John H.
17/04/25
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John H.
17/04/25
Mike was a great guide and so enthusiastic.
Lovely experience
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I enjoyed an absolutely amazing time with my fellow walkers of the St Helens Group RA when we went on an guided tour of 'Williamson Tunnels' by the 'Friends Of Williamson Tunnels' on Sunday. It was very interesting, and I will definitely go again to see how much more the volunteers have uncovered as they continue with the exploration digging they're doing, and definitely recommend anyone to go and visit and witness the remarkable sites of both the Tunnels, and remains of the former Mansion House of Williamson themselves. :)
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18/06/19
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David J.
18/06/19
I enjoyed an absolutely amazing time with my fellow walkers of the St Helens Group RA when we went on an guided tour of 'Williamson Tunnels' by the 'Friends Of Williamson Tunnels' on Sunday. It was very interesting, and I will definitely go again to see how much more the volunteers have uncovered as they continue with the exploration digging they're doing, and definitely recommend anyone to go and visit and witness the remarkable sites of both the Tunnels, and remains of the former Mansion House of Williamson themselves. :)
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Really fun and educational! A great tour and lovely folk.
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Jamie C.
06/08/25
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Jamie C.
06/08/25
Really fun and educational! A great tour and lovely folk.
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A fantastic tour. What a great place and an amazing job the volunteers are doing. Tom led us around and it is clear to see the passion the volunteers have and the pride they have in sharing this remarkable bit of history. You never know what’s under your feet.
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Jan B.
17/02/25
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Jan B.
17/02/25
A fantastic tour. What a great place and an amazing job the volunteers are doing. Tom led us around and it is clear to see the passion the volunteers have and the pride they have in sharing this remarkable bit of history. You never know what’s under your feet.
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An unforgettable experience, big thank you for the to the volunteers!
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03/06/25
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Maggie L.
03/06/25
An unforgettable experience, big thank you for the to the volunteers!
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Just did the tour as well as the extended tour. Really knowledgeable guides, very friendly and fascinating artifacts and history. Would highly recommend
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17/01/25
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17/01/25
Just did the tour as well as the extended tour. Really knowledgeable guides, very friendly and fascinating artifacts and history. Would highly recommend
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Really interesting place to visit, and to find out all the information about the tunnels, grandkids loved the experience of going down into the tunnels and seeing all the artefacts that have been found during the excavation process, well worth a visit to find out about more of Liverpools history of the past
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17/05/25
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Chris S.
17/05/25
Really interesting place to visit, and to find out all the information about the tunnels, grandkids loved the experience of going down into the tunnels and seeing all the artefacts that have been found during the excavation process, well worth a visit to find out about more of Liverpools history of the past
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Excellent tour guides, their passion for uncovering this important part of Liverpool's history definitely comes across. Won't be in better hands. One can only hope that this project gets the proper attention/ support it needs moving forward as a piece of Liverpool's archeological history. Take advantage of the opportunity to see these tunnels and Williamson's house while you still can (before what's left of the house gets demolished).
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17/04/25
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Isaac M.
17/04/25
Excellent tour guides, their passion for uncovering this important part of Liverpool's history definitely comes across. Won't be in better hands. One can only hope that this project gets the proper attention/ support it needs moving forward as a piece of Liverpool's archeological history. Take advantage of the opportunity to see these tunnels and Williamson's house while you still can (before what's left of the house gets demolished).
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Great tour of a fascinating place - delivered first-hand by the people who excavated the site. The team were very efficient at making sure everyone could get a tour despite the small group sizes. Sounds like there is potential for this tour to grow into something even greater if they get permission to excavate more tunnels, which apparently span the whole area.
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31/08/25
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Oliver W.
31/08/25
Great tour of a fascinating place - delivered first-hand by the people who excavated the site. The team were very efficient at making sure everyone could get a tour despite the small group sizes. Sounds like there is potential for this tour to grow into something even greater if they get permission to excavate more tunnels, which apparently span the whole area.
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Visited the house site on a Heritage Open day. The main underground chamber on this site is impressive, the walk through ‘The Gash’ leading to the ‘Banqueting Hall’. Why only four stars? To be honest I expected more to be excavated than is actually the case because of the rave reviews, though the amount of Earth removed is no less impressive & the lack of progress isn’t the fault of the FoWT. Red tape is holding them up apparently. Best to see this as a work in progress. When more is excavated, no doubt the tunnels will become even more impressive.
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18/06/23
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Toxteth O.
18/06/23
Visited the house site on a Heritage Open day. The main underground chamber on this site is impressive, the walk through ‘The Gash’ leading to the ‘Banqueting Hall’. Why only four stars? To be honest I expected more to be excavated than is actually the case because of the rave reviews, though the amount of Earth removed is no less impressive & the lack of progress isn’t the fault of the FoWT. Red tape is holding them up apparently. Best to see this as a work in progress. When more is excavated, no doubt the tunnels will become even more impressive.
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This place is special and unique. Really good and run by volunteers who make it great.
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17/02/25
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Samuel S.
17/02/25
This place is special and unique. Really good and run by volunteers who make it great.
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WHAT LIES UNDERNEATH. A must do experience for locals and visitors alike. An impressive archaeological and architectural site created by unskilled workers using basic tunnelling/quarrying tools - they had no access to modern machinery. Enter a world of smallish tunnels and cathedral sized caverns. Our guides, Tony and Tom, are enthusiastic and are eager to impart as much of their knowledge to you as possible and are ably assisted by Laura in reception. Remember to give as generous a donation as possible to help them to continue with their work of excavating more areas of the site.
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17/09/24
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Michael B.
17/09/24
WHAT LIES UNDERNEATH. A must do experience for locals and visitors alike. An impressive archaeological and architectural site created by unskilled workers using basic tunnelling/quarrying tools - they had no access to modern machinery. Enter a world of smallish tunnels and cathedral sized caverns. Our guides, Tony and Tom, are enthusiastic and are eager to impart as much of their knowledge to you as possible and are ably assisted by Laura in reception. Remember to give as generous a donation as possible to help them to continue with their work of excavating more areas of the site.
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Fantastic tour by our guide Tom. Knowledgable and full of interesting facts. Highly recommended
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17/11/24
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17/11/24
Fantastic tour by our guide Tom. Knowledgable and full of interesting facts. Highly recommended
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Incredible hidden history! Tom’s free tour of the 1800s tunnels was eye-opening. Run by passionate volunteers, donations help preserve this gem. Don’t miss it when in Liverpool👍
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31/07/25
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31/07/25
Incredible hidden history! Tom’s free tour of the 1800s tunnels was eye-opening. Run by passionate volunteers, donations help preserve this gem. Don’t miss it when in Liverpool👍
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I highly recommend you take the tour with FoWT. The two sites (Mason St and Paddington) are amazing. The guides are very friendly and knowledgeable, and they are more than happy to answer any questions you have. 10/10
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17/12/24
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Patrick C.
17/12/24
I highly recommend you take the tour with FoWT. The two sites (Mason St and Paddington) are amazing. The guides are very friendly and knowledgeable, and they are more than happy to answer any questions you have. 10/10
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We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the tunnels. Mike our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the history behind the tunnels. We had plenty of time and didn’t feel rushed to walk around and look at everything. Walking boots are definitely recommended.
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17/12/24
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Karen F.
17/12/24
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the tunnels. Mike our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the history behind the tunnels. We had plenty of time and didn’t feel rushed to walk around and look at everything. Walking boots are definitely recommended.
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Was amazing an guide very knowledgeable
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27/05/25
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27/05/25
Was amazing an guide very knowledgeable
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Had a great day with the kids exploring the tunnels.
Clare and Laura are excellent guides with a wealth of history and information.
Well worth a visit 😁
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07/09/25
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Alan R.
07/09/25
Had a great day with the kids exploring the tunnels.
Clare and Laura are excellent guides with a wealth of history and information.
Well worth a visit 😁
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What a great underground adventure. Visited today, and we will be coming back to do the 2nd part.
Your guides are not just well informed, but were the people who dug out these chambers!!!! So you are getting first-hand recounts of their discoveries, living their excitement of finding a new tunnel, or artefact - hearing it from them brings it to life.
Amazing that this exists, and has not been destroyed by city developments and new buildings.
Great to see something run by passionate individuals - not buricrats. Well done FoWT.
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15/06/25
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15/06/25
What a great underground adventure. Visited today, and we will be coming back to do the 2nd part.
Your guides are not just well informed, but were the people who dug out these chambers!!!! So you are getting first-hand recounts of their discoveries, living their excitement of finding a new tunnel, or artefact - hearing it from them brings it to life.
Amazing that this exists, and has not been destroyed by city developments and new buildings.
Great to see something run by passionate individuals - not buricrats. Well done FoWT.
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Thank you to Peter for a wonderful tour today. He told us all about how the excavation of Williamson's Tunnels came about and there is clearly a team of very dedicated volunteers who have uncovered the unique history of the tunnels. The many fascinating artefacts were a highlight of the tour andthis is a must-do when in Liverpool.
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17/02/25
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Clare M.
17/02/25
Thank you to Peter for a wonderful tour today. He told us all about how the excavation of Williamson's Tunnels came about and there is clearly a team of very dedicated volunteers who have uncovered the unique history of the tunnels. The many fascinating artefacts were a highlight of the tour andthis is a must-do when in Liverpool.
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What a wonderful place to visit. The volunteers couldn't have done enough for us. They were wonderfully patient with all the questions our children had for them. The Tunnles themselves were simply amazing, they have clearly worked tirelessly to bring them back to life. I couldn't recommend a visit enough.
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18/06/22
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Michael G.
18/06/22
What a wonderful place to visit. The volunteers couldn't have done enough for us. They were wonderfully patient with all the questions our children had for them. The Tunnles themselves were simply amazing, they have clearly worked tirelessly to bring them back to life. I couldn't recommend a visit enough.
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what a treat! i went in with 0 expectations and was blown away by every part of this tour. the knowledge of our tour guide, Mandy, was unmatched, she was so friendly and funny and informative i had no questions at the end of the tour. this really was a delightful tour of a massively understated part of liverpools history and the work the friends of williamsons tunnels have done has saved a very important part of history from being lost to time. thank you for a wonderful tour Mandy.
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17/04/25
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Lilly N.
17/04/25
what a treat! i went in with 0 expectations and was blown away by every part of this tour. the knowledge of our tour guide, Mandy, was unmatched, she was so friendly and funny and informative i had no questions at the end of the tour. this really was a delightful tour of a massively understated part of liverpools history and the work the friends of williamsons tunnels have done has saved a very important part of history from being lost to time. thank you for a wonderful tour Mandy.
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I visited over the weekend as I have passed the signs for many years, but had no idea what the tunnels were. It was fascinating to see the tunnels and hear the theories of why they were built. Tony was really knowledgeable and made the hour-and-a-half tour fly by. I will certainly be recommending this to friends.
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Heather G.
17/11/24
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Heather G.
17/11/24
I visited over the weekend as I have passed the signs for many years, but had no idea what the tunnels were. It was fascinating to see the tunnels and hear the theories of why they were built. Tony was really knowledgeable and made the hour-and-a-half tour fly by. I will certainly be recommending this to friends.
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What a delightful experience! You can tell the volunteers have so much love for this place, and what an incredible opportunity to witness and explore Liverpool's hidden underground chambers. Can't recommend highly enough.

Please donate or purchase a membership to keep this experience alive for generations to come xoxo
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17/02/25
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J. F.
17/02/25
What a delightful experience! You can tell the volunteers have so much love for this place, and what an incredible opportunity to witness and explore Liverpool's hidden underground chambers. Can't recommend highly enough.

Please donate or purchase a membership to keep this experience alive for generations to come xoxo
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Great tour today. Would recommend.
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07/12/25
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07/12/25
Great tour today. Would recommend.
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What an incredible experience! Absolutely fascinating tour conducted by volunteers who are passionate, knowledgeable and friendly. Happy to answer questions throughout. It really felt like they tailored the experience to the people being shown around, asking questions with genuine interest in us and adding in information about the geology and found objects that they knew would appeal to our group.

The areas explored are well lit and easy to move around in. Guides are quick to point out potential issues (correct ways to descend ladders safely).

All in all it was a tour that revealed lived experience, local Liverpool history, geology, engineering, family drama, Williamson's biography and speculative (well informed) musing.

Don't miss an opportunity to visit and be sure to make a donation to keep this vital work preserving (and expanding the reach of) such incredible spaces afloat for future generations.
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17/07/24
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Jensen W.
17/07/24
What an incredible experience! Absolutely fascinating tour conducted by volunteers who are passionate, knowledgeable and friendly. Happy to answer questions throughout. It really felt like they tailored the experience to the people being shown around, asking questions with genuine interest in us and adding in information about the geology and found objects that they knew would appeal to our group.

The areas explored are well lit and easy to move around in. Guides are quick to point out potential issues (correct ways to descend ladders safely).

All in all it was a tour that revealed lived experience, local Liverpool history, geology, engineering, family drama, Williamson's biography and speculative (well informed) musing.

Don't miss an opportunity to visit and be sure to make a donation to keep this vital work preserving (and expanding the reach of) such incredible spaces afloat for future generations.
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My friend and I went to look around ‘the tunnels’, Tom was our fantastic guide. His knowledge and story telling explained how the tunnel were found and explored. I already knew a little about the tunnels, so it was brilliant to talk with Tom and rid myself of some of the misconceptions I had. The fact that they weren’t tunnels, but quarries. A brilliant way to spend a morning and I offered my services if anymore holes need to be dug. Thanks Tom and all of the other volunteers.
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01/10/25
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Mel G.
01/10/25
My friend and I went to look around ‘the tunnels’, Tom was our fantastic guide. His knowledge and story telling explained how the tunnel were found and explored. I already knew a little about the tunnels, so it was brilliant to talk with Tom and rid myself of some of the misconceptions I had. The fact that they weren’t tunnels, but quarries. A brilliant way to spend a morning and I offered my services if anymore holes need to be dug. Thanks Tom and all of the other volunteers.
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We had a lovely time at the tunnels today. Tom was very informative, friendly and encouraging to explore the little rooms there was.
We loved the items there were found in the rubble and the knowledge of how the stone at the bottom had been cut.
Definitely recommend. We plan to return with our 4 year old as, if they can adhere to the safety rules, it's something super cool for kids to see too! Especially as they get to wear a hi-vis jacket and hard hat.
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17/08/24
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jade l.
17/08/24
We had a lovely time at the tunnels today. Tom was very informative, friendly and encouraging to explore the little rooms there was.
We loved the items there were found in the rubble and the knowledge of how the stone at the bottom had been cut.
Definitely recommend. We plan to return with our 4 year old as, if they can adhere to the safety rules, it's something super cool for kids to see too! Especially as they get to wear a hi-vis jacket and hard hat.
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What a fabulous experience and almost run by volunteers. Funded by donations, it seems.
Tom was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge was abundant. He was an amazing tour guide who shared the information & history in such an enthusiastic manner that you couldn't help but be sucked into that world. Top bloke.
Do yourself a favour & go visit them.

I would also like to thank the whole team for allowing me extra time due toy long covid fatigue issues. Thanks everyone of you.

A great time had & so worth a visit.
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17/08/24
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17/08/24
What a fabulous experience and almost run by volunteers. Funded by donations, it seems.
Tom was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge was abundant. He was an amazing tour guide who shared the information & history in such an enthusiastic manner that you couldn't help but be sucked into that world. Top bloke.
Do yourself a favour & go visit them.

I would also like to thank the whole team for allowing me extra time due toy long covid fatigue issues. Thanks everyone of you.

A great time had & so worth a visit.
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Great visit to the tunnels, the history and weirdness combined makes a trip worthwhile.
Still very much a work in progress, the kids were entertained as well with the stories from the guide.
Very impressive work has been completed by the volunteers.
Loads of artifacts have been dug up.
And it's very interesting listening to not only the history of the site, but a slight entry into the weird mind of Joseph Williamson and his weird tunnels he's made under half the estate.
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18/06/24
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18/06/24
Great visit to the tunnels, the history and weirdness combined makes a trip worthwhile.
Still very much a work in progress, the kids were entertained as well with the stories from the guide.
Very impressive work has been completed by the volunteers.
Loads of artifacts have been dug up.
And it's very interesting listening to not only the history of the site, but a slight entry into the weird mind of Joseph Williamson and his weird tunnels he's made under half the estate.
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Fascinating facts about Joseph Williamson and his tunnels. Tunnels and more tunnels, amazingly well preserved along with other artifacts.

Our guide was Eric, extremely informative and gave us plenty of opportunities to take photos and ask questions.

There is a lot of stairs and close spaces. Hi-vis jackets and hard hats are provided before the tour starts. You are advised to wear flat shoes and waterproof jacket as it can get wet and slippy (depending the time of year).

Friends of Joseph Williamson is run by volunteers and enthusiastic historians. The tour is completely free but the group relies heavily on donations for work to continue on. Booking is necessary and they are only open on Wednesdays and Sundays.
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18/06/23
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18/06/23
Fascinating facts about Joseph Williamson and his tunnels. Tunnels and more tunnels, amazingly well preserved along with other artifacts.

Our guide was Eric, extremely informative and gave us plenty of opportunities to take photos and ask questions.

There is a lot of stairs and close spaces. Hi-vis jackets and hard hats are provided before the tour starts. You are advised to wear flat shoes and waterproof jacket as it can get wet and slippy (depending the time of year).

Friends of Joseph Williamson is run by volunteers and enthusiastic historians. The tour is completely free but the group relies heavily on donations for work to continue on. Booking is necessary and they are only open on Wednesdays and Sundays.
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A tour of the site with a very informative guide.
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13/09/25
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13/09/25
A tour of the site with a very informative guide.
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A perfect activity away from the inclement weather above ground. A free guided tour of over an hour and a half by knowledgeable and friendly guides makes this a must see attraction when in Liverpool.
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18/06/24
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18/06/24
A perfect activity away from the inclement weather above ground. A free guided tour of over an hour and a half by knowledgeable and friendly guides makes this a must see attraction when in Liverpool.
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Esperábamos un recorrido más largo!
El trato es bueno!
No entendíamos nada por qué tienen un inglés muy cerrado y nuestro inglés es normalito.
Estaría bien un folleto para seguir la ruta!
Realizan un gran trabajo.
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17/07/24
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17/07/24
Esperábamos un recorrido más largo!
El trato es bueno!
No entendíamos nada por qué tienen un inglés muy cerrado y nuestro inglés es normalito.
Estaría bien un folleto para seguir la ruta!
Realizan un gran trabajo.
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Possibly the most jaw dropping oldest and weirdest sight or attraction you'll ever see in Liverpool, the guys here dig all these tunnels out at weekends volunteers all, they've won all kinds of awards now and rightly so, fantastic insight into old Liverpool if you only visit one place in the city make sure this is it.
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18/06/19
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18/06/19
Possibly the most jaw dropping oldest and weirdest sight or attraction you'll ever see in Liverpool, the guys here dig all these tunnels out at weekends volunteers all, they've won all kinds of awards now and rightly so, fantastic insight into old Liverpool if you only visit one place in the city make sure this is it.
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We visited the Paddington underground area albeit it's vaulted and resembles a tunnel, Tony informed us that it is technically a quarry. Tony went on to explain a great deal about the fascinating history of the area, the people and the association of key figures in Liverpool who "worked" with Joseph Williamson. It's a great tour that takes you back in time to the 1800s. The artefacts are amazing that were found underground, from large bowls, to clay pipes and bone china cups. It really is worth a visit. You also go down to the water well area.
Thanks Tony and the team for all the information and warm welcome on a wet cool Sunday afternoon.
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17/10/24
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17/10/24
We visited the Paddington underground area albeit it's vaulted and resembles a tunnel, Tony informed us that it is technically a quarry. Tony went on to explain a great deal about the fascinating history of the area, the people and the association of key figures in Liverpool who "worked" with Joseph Williamson. It's a great tour that takes you back in time to the 1800s. The artefacts are amazing that were found underground, from large bowls, to clay pipes and bone china cups. It really is worth a visit. You also go down to the water well area.
Thanks Tony and the team for all the information and warm welcome on a wet cool Sunday afternoon.
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The Williamson Tunnel tour offers a fascinating unique piece of Liverpools history. The knowledgeable and passionate volunteers truly bring the story of Joseph Williamson and his mysterious Tunnels to life. Their dedication and enthusiasm make the tour engaging and informative, providing a deep dive into the history behind this intriguing underground network.

I am looking forward to exploring more by becoming a member
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03/06/25
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03/06/25
The Williamson Tunnel tour offers a fascinating unique piece of Liverpools history. The knowledgeable and passionate volunteers truly bring the story of Joseph Williamson and his mysterious Tunnels to life. Their dedication and enthusiasm make the tour engaging and informative, providing a deep dive into the history behind this intriguing underground network.

I am looking forward to exploring more by becoming a member
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Brilliant day, yesterday great knowledgeable tour guides , will be returning again with my family . Hidden gem
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17/02/25
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17/02/25
Brilliant day, yesterday great knowledgeable tour guides , will be returning again with my family . Hidden gem
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Definitely worth a visit. Mike was able to accommodate me on a last minute whim, for which I am very thankful (and had the best company/singing!)
[I do fully encourage pre-booking!!]

The work that has been undertaken is simply staggering, and there is more to do. So repeat visits will definitely be worthwhile.

I hope that the council are as keen to preserve a slice of Liverpool history as the volunteers, as it’s definitely an experience.
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17/03/25
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17/03/25
Definitely worth a visit. Mike was able to accommodate me on a last minute whim, for which I am very thankful (and had the best company/singing!)
[I do fully encourage pre-booking!!]

The work that has been undertaken is simply staggering, and there is more to do. So repeat visits will definitely be worthwhile.

I hope that the council are as keen to preserve a slice of Liverpool history as the volunteers, as it’s definitely an experience.
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We had a wonderful tour with Mike! Super interesting to learn all about the tunnels. We were a group of six, ages 6 - 60yrs and everyone enjoyed the experience.

Plenty of parking on site and don't get confused between the 2 available companies to tour - check the directions email thoroughly :) Highly recommended! Thank you!
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28/07/25
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28/07/25
We had a wonderful tour with Mike! Super interesting to learn all about the tunnels. We were a group of six, ages 6 - 60yrs and everyone enjoyed the experience.

Plenty of parking on site and don't get confused between the 2 available companies to tour - check the directions email thoroughly :) Highly recommended! Thank you!
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What a great way to do and see something different in Liverpool. Book your tour with 2 hour Tom and learn everything about the fascinating story of the Williamson Tunnels.
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18/06/23
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18/06/23
What a great way to do and see something different in Liverpool. Book your tour with 2 hour Tom and learn everything about the fascinating story of the Williamson Tunnels.
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I had a wonderful time on the tour today! Clare was an excellent guide — friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history she was sharing. She made the tour both informative and enjoyable, with just the right balance of stories and facts. It was a real pleasure to learn so much in such an engaging way. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the area’s history — and especially with Clare as their guide
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05/11/25
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Ananya r.
05/11/25
I had a wonderful time on the tour today! Clare was an excellent guide — friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the history she was sharing. She made the tour both informative and enjoyable, with just the right balance of stories and facts. It was a real pleasure to learn so much in such an engaging way. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in the area’s history — and especially with Clare as their guide
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What a fantastic tour, and the members really have made something brilliant for visitors to see. I had to sign up after learning about the heritage I overlooked when walking through the area!
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17/12/24
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Hamza V.
17/12/24
What a fantastic tour, and the members really have made something brilliant for visitors to see. I had to sign up after learning about the heritage I overlooked when walking through the area!
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Had a tour down the Paddington tunnel section with Mike. Excellent guide and very passionate about the tunnels and the exploration. Very unique experience. Recommended for visitors of any age.
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18/06/21
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18/06/21
Had a tour down the Paddington tunnel section with Mike. Excellent guide and very passionate about the tunnels and the exploration. Very unique experience. Recommended for visitors of any age.
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It's a really interesting place to visit! The Williamson Tunnels are about a 30-minute walk from the centre of Liverpool, or you can easily get there by bus. The free tour I attended lasts approximately 1.5 - 2 hours. You visit the tunnels, but in addition, our guide Peter shared lots of important facts and information about the site and its history. All the staff are very friendly, and the work they do to continue the recovery efforts in these tunnels is admirable. I definitely recommend it!!

P.S. don't forget to book via email
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18/06/24
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Berenice R.
18/06/24
It's a really interesting place to visit! The Williamson Tunnels are about a 30-minute walk from the centre of Liverpool, or you can easily get there by bus. The free tour I attended lasts approximately 1.5 - 2 hours. You visit the tunnels, but in addition, our guide Peter shared lots of important facts and information about the site and its history. All the staff are very friendly, and the work they do to continue the recovery efforts in these tunnels is admirable. I definitely recommend it!!

P.S. don't forget to book via email
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We booked the 1230 tour on the Sunday and once fully kitted with helmet and high vis we set off to visit one of the tunnels rediscovered 60 years after they were last seen. A fascinating tour led by one of the volunteers who have spent many years clearing debris by hand from the tunnels. The history of Williamson, his tunnels and his workforce is mostly a mystery and makes for some debate about the motives, philanthropy and nature of the endeavours. We had such an interesting visit. Thank you FOWT
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01/12/25
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Andrea S.
01/12/25
We booked the 1230 tour on the Sunday and once fully kitted with helmet and high vis we set off to visit one of the tunnels rediscovered 60 years after they were last seen. A fascinating tour led by one of the volunteers who have spent many years clearing debris by hand from the tunnels. The history of Williamson, his tunnels and his workforce is mostly a mystery and makes for some debate about the motives, philanthropy and nature of the endeavours. We had such an interesting visit. Thank you FOWT
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Really interesting tour run by knowledgeable and enthusiastic volunteers. A fascinating foray into the subterranean scenes under Williamson's former home. Would recommend!
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08/07/25
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Emily W.
08/07/25
Really interesting tour run by knowledgeable and enthusiastic volunteers. A fascinating foray into the subterranean scenes under Williamson's former home. Would recommend!
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We have a amazing trip on today, thanks Lynn arranged the booking for us to visit. Mike was our tour guide and very knowledgeable and so enthusiastic, took us deep down to the Paddington Williamson tunnel site, let us explored together when and how to discover, protect this amazing heritage. Let us learned more about the history and the details of every corner inside the tunnel. The sandstones, the arch, the decorations on the wall, the pottery, the secret under the cup, codd-neck bottle etc.., many many that they discovered were so amazing. Definitely worth to go
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18/06/24
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wan n.
18/06/24
We have a amazing trip on today, thanks Lynn arranged the booking for us to visit. Mike was our tour guide and very knowledgeable and so enthusiastic, took us deep down to the Paddington Williamson tunnel site, let us explored together when and how to discover, protect this amazing heritage. Let us learned more about the history and the details of every corner inside the tunnel. The sandstones, the arch, the decorations on the wall, the pottery, the secret under the cup, codd-neck bottle etc.., many many that they discovered were so amazing. Definitely worth to go
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We had a fantastic experience, a really interesting and insightful tour. Our great guide Mike was very knowledgeable and gave us the history not only of the tunnels origin but the rediscovery of them with first hand knowledge. All of the volunteers to were very kind and I am very thankful for their time and would highly recommend visiting the Williamson tunnels!
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17/02/25
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17/02/25
We had a fantastic experience, a really interesting and insightful tour. Our great guide Mike was very knowledgeable and gave us the history not only of the tunnels origin but the rediscovery of them with first hand knowledge. All of the volunteers to were very kind and I am very thankful for their time and would highly recommend visiting the Williamson tunnels!
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My daughter and really our tour of the tunnels with Tom as our guide. He was very knowledgeable and we appreciated all the interesting facts. A real eye opener,thank you. Regards David
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17/05/25
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17/05/25
My daughter and really our tour of the tunnels with Tom as our guide. He was very knowledgeable and we appreciated all the interesting facts. A real eye opener,thank you. Regards David
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The council are fools to not be supporting this. It’s an incredible piece of history with clearly passionate volunteers digging out these crazy tunnels. The stories of how they came to clear out these huge underground caverns are as interesting as the history itself. Definitely check them out
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27/05/25
The council are fools to not be supporting this. It’s an incredible piece of history with clearly passionate volunteers digging out these crazy tunnels. The stories of how they came to clear out these huge underground caverns are as interesting as the history itself. Definitely check them out
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Interesting tour with lots of information from a brilliant tour guide called Tom, an almost time capsule of items on display in the location they where found, great experience.
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17/04/25
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17/04/25
Interesting tour with lots of information from a brilliant tour guide called Tom, an almost time capsule of items on display in the location they where found, great experience.
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Brilliant little tour, both guides were really informative, enthusiastic and answered all questions. Wonderfully quirky experience, very much enjoyed it. Gained alot of knowledge, very excited to do more research and learn more about the elusive mole of Liverpool. All the finds from inside the tunnel were fascinating, absolutely loved the china mug
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18/06/24
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18/06/24
Brilliant little tour, both guides were really informative, enthusiastic and answered all questions. Wonderfully quirky experience, very much enjoyed it. Gained alot of knowledge, very excited to do more research and learn more about the elusive mole of Liverpool. All the finds from inside the tunnel were fascinating, absolutely loved the china mug
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What a great way to spend an hour or so when visiting Liverpool! All the volunteers were very friendly and welcoming when I arrived. Due to the size of the groups, it's a really intimate experience that allows you to ask all the questions you can think of. My guide, Chris, was so helpful and knowledgeable about the tunnels. I left knowing more and having seen some truly fantastic things! So grateful for the FoWT for running this and sharing their knwoledge and love of the tunnels.
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13/08/25
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13/08/25
What a great way to spend an hour or so when visiting Liverpool! All the volunteers were very friendly and welcoming when I arrived. Due to the size of the groups, it's a really intimate experience that allows you to ask all the questions you can think of. My guide, Chris, was so helpful and knowledgeable about the tunnels. I left knowing more and having seen some truly fantastic things! So grateful for the FoWT for running this and sharing their knwoledge and love of the tunnels.
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Our guide (Chris) has been associated with the excavation of the tunnels for years and so was able to talk very personally about how they cleared them, discovered new twists and turns, found hidden treasures and so on. Having dodgy knees I was a little concerned about the number of steps but it was all fine - you can take your time, you don't do them all at once and there are handrails everywhere. I thought it might feel a bit claustophobic but the chambers are very large so I didn't get that feeling at all. We all looked great in our hard hats and high-vis jackets too!
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10/10/25
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10/10/25
Our guide (Chris) has been associated with the excavation of the tunnels for years and so was able to talk very personally about how they cleared them, discovered new twists and turns, found hidden treasures and so on. Having dodgy knees I was a little concerned about the number of steps but it was all fine - you can take your time, you don't do them all at once and there are handrails everywhere. I thought it might feel a bit claustophobic but the chambers are very large so I didn't get that feeling at all. We all looked great in our hard hats and high-vis jackets too!
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Awe inspiring to see the work involved, both to construct and to put them in a condition for us to visit.
Great knowledgeable volunteers to show you around.
Check access before you go, but DO go !
Free carpark next door.
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03/07/25
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03/07/25
Awe inspiring to see the work involved, both to construct and to put them in a condition for us to visit.
Great knowledgeable volunteers to show you around.
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Great tour and very informative about what could be considered a hidden jewel in Liverpool. Shrouded in mystery and full of interesting information about the area and perhaps the reasons for Master Williamson to build these tunnels. The work done by the volunteers to save this important historical site is absolutely wonderful. I recommend anyone interested in local history and how folk lived around the Napoleanic wars and after, should not miss this tour when visiting Liverpool. A great shout out to Mike our highly enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer and the work that has been done. He made it a delightful 2 hours. Top stars to all involved.
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17/04/25
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17/04/25
Great tour and very informative about what could be considered a hidden jewel in Liverpool. Shrouded in mystery and full of interesting information about the area and perhaps the reasons for Master Williamson to build these tunnels. The work done by the volunteers to save this important historical site is absolutely wonderful. I recommend anyone interested in local history and how folk lived around the Napoleanic wars and after, should not miss this tour when visiting Liverpool. A great shout out to Mike our highly enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer and the work that has been done. He made it a delightful 2 hours. Top stars to all involved.
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Mike was a great guide and so enthusiastic.
Lovely experience
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24/03/25
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24/03/25
Mike was a great guide and so enthusiastic.
Lovely experience
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