WITH an 800 year old history Mersey Ferries have inspired chart hits, seen wartime service and provided a vital commuter link for decades. Over 600,000 people took a ferry across the Mersey last year, and the craft epitomise the heritage of the city. River Mersey Cruises Mersey Ferries Heritage Cruises provide a great chance to learn about the city's maritime past. Cruises depart hourly from the Pier Head, Liverpool, and from Seacombe or Woodside on the Wirral. Seacombe Aquarium Stop off at Seacombe and come face to face with sharks in the Aquarium. There are crabs, dogfish and a gigantic conger eel on show, amongst many other species. Tickets There are a choice of ticket options, including a number of family concessions. River Cruises are valid for a complete round trip, allowing you to disembark at any terminal and rejoin your cruise later the same day. River Cruise Adult £1.90 (single) £3.75 (Return) Child (5-15 yrs) £1.05 (Single) £1.90 (return) Family (2 adults and upto 3 children) £.950 (return) Concessions £1.40 (Single) £2.70 (Return) Seacombe Aquarium Adult £1.65 Child £1.00 Family £4.65 Concessions £1.25 Joint River Cruises and Aquarium Adult £4.65 Child (5-15 yrs) £2.60 Child (3-4 yrs) £1.00 Family (2 adults and up to 3 children) £13.50 Concessions £4.20 For more detailed information and timetable details call 0151 330 1444 or log on to www.merseyferries.co.uk |