Williamson's Tunnels | The Friends of Williamson’s Tunnels

FoWT invites you on a special tour of the chambers beneath Joseph Williamson's House on Mason Street. House site tours are normally members only, but are open specially for the HOD's. Visit the Wine Bins and the Gash, leading down into the dramatic Banqueting Hall, quarried out of the local sandstone in the early 1800s. There are many objects to see, each of which telling a story of industrial and social history. Please allow about an hour and a half for your visit.

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

11.00 - 12.00 - 13.00 - 14.00 (start Times)

Sunday 13 September:

11.00 - 12.00 - 13.00 - 14.00 (start Times)

Saturday 19 September:

11.00 - 12.00 - 13.00 - 14.00 (start Times)

Sunday 20 September:

11.00 - 12.00 - 13.00 - 14.00 (start Times)

Location & directions

Joseph Williamson's House Site (House Façade with Blue Plaque), Opposite No 39 Mason Street, Edge Hill, Liverpool, Merseyside, L7 3EW

Directions:

Joseph Williamson’s House site is behind the Façade of the Joseph Williamson's former house, which is opposite No 39 Mason Street. Please Note: Do not follow the brown road signs to “Williamson’s Tunnels” these signs will take you to the Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre on Smithdown Lane and not to the Friends of Williamson's Tunnels on Mason Street.

Contact on day:

Chris, Mike or Tom

Telephone number:

+447976848458

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please book your tour either by e-mail or direct from our website. Sorry but we can not take bookings by phone.

Booking contact name:

Mike

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://williamsontunnels.com/visit-the-tunnels/heritage-open-days/

Alternative booking website:

https://williamsontunnels.com/visit-the-tunnels/

Booking opens:

01 Aug 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

11 Sep 2026 11:00 PM

Accessibility details

Sorry we have no facilities as yet for disabled access. Guided tour involves steep stone or steel stairs. Ground uneven underfoot and may be slippery in wet weather. Stout sensible shoes required, and easily-washed clothing. Adults with accompanying children will be fully responsible for those children.

Additional information

Please wear sensible shoes or boots: for safety reasons, admittance can not be permitted if open sandals, flip flops or high heel shoes are worn. It is recommended that easily washed clothing is worn, as there is the possibility of getting dirty. Due to the nature of the Tunnels, you must have good mobility, being able to descend and ascend steps during the tour. Also When visiting the Banqueting Hall, you must also be happy to use a small (6ft approx.) ships-ladder to climb up into the chamber from the Gash. We will supply you with a hard hat & High-Viz Jacket to help keep you clean and safe.

Max number of people:

10

Estimated duration:

1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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