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If you are in Wirral take advantage of the fantastic shops. There are a great variety of retail experiences available throughout the Peninsula.

The Pyramids in Birkenhead is a retail experience spread over an indoor centre and pedestrian outdoor streets, it has over 130 high street shops, banks and great places to eat out.

There is a multi-story car park attached to the centre and Birkenhead Bus station and Mersey rail stations are nearby.

Birkenhead Market is next door to the Grange offering a huge range of hardware, clothing and specialist shops such as the Merseyside Collectors Centre which attracts visitors from across the North West with its die cast toys, medals, stamps and coins. The market hosts a a range of fruit, vegetable, butchers and fishmongers including Wards Fish who supply not only the public but many of our best local restaurants.

For relaxing shopping in the countryside visit Brimstage Hall & Courtyard - with its popular, quality shops including art from local artists, gifts, ladies fashions, home furnishing, fair trade, beautiful flowers, childrens shoes, hairdressing, beauty & personal care.

Carr Farm Garden Centre in Meols is set amongst the peaceful tranquillity of an open field landscape. The Old Barn Butchers and Delicatessen is open for the majority of the year, and there is also Austro Metal an Iron Mongers run by Wolfgang, where he creates bespoke features for your home and garden. Dont miss the long established Voirrey Crafts - embroidery centre. Cottage Stoves are a recent addition, supplying a mix of both contemporary and traditional wood burning stoves. There is a large Coffee shop serving a huge variety of food all year around and with the outside seating area extending into the Courtyard boasts the ideal environment to relax in. Also try the new Plaissance Restaurant.

Gordale Garden and Home Centre

Conveniently located in South Wirral and set in 15 glorious acres, Gordale is so much more than just a garden centre. Its an award-winning destination garden and home store with a loyal team of helpful experts. Whatever the season, theyre always thinking of lovely ideas to ensure you and your family have a great visit.

Port Sunlight Garden Centre

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Port Sunlight, this family-run garden centre has a stunning collection of outdoor plants as well as all the pots, compost and other things that gardeners need, all year round. It also stocks a small collection of novelty giftware, have a good selection of local interest and other books, indoor plants, speciality food and also ranges of top quality indoor and outdoor furniture for the home and garden. Stop off at the Sun Lounge Cafe here for lunch or a quick bite.

Food shopping - Wirral is fantastic for food and gourmet treats, with Food markets and Food producers based here.

Coastal Towns - Hoylake and West Kirby both offer an array of quirky, independent shops. From antiques, boutiques, chocolatiers, both towns are well worth a visit. Hoylake and West Kirby