Richie the Ranger: Guided Walks

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Guided walks led by the former Liverpool park ranger Richie Baker. 

Walks last hour and a half and are easy walks, £2.50 per person unless otherwise stated.

There will be some booking only walks where space is limited but mainly no need to book and just turn up on the day. 

See all Richie’s walks in Merseyside and beyond in the Word file(s) at the bottom of this page.

Upcoming walks 2024

Thursday 28th March 1.00pm

Greats of Toxteth Cemetery
Another chance to learn the fascinating history of this Victorian Cemetery and hear tales of its famous interns. Meet at Toxteth Cemetery Gate on Smithdown Rd. £2.50per person

Saturday 30th March 1.00pm

March into Spring at Childwall Woods                                           
Join us to celebrate the onset of British Summer Time with this delightful stroll through one of our beautiful woodlands Good footwear recommended and uneven pathways. Fair amount of walking. Meet at Childwall Woods side gate opposite 4, Countisbury Drive. L16 0JJ £ 2.50 per perso

Thursday 4th April 1.00pm

History and Features of Otterspool
An opportunity to discover the fascinating history of one of the much-loved area of the city, Otterspool. The walk explores the fascinating history of the area from early settlers to modern day, We view the fascinating features of the park, learning how the area got its name and we stroll along the promenade learning the story behind the building of this great public amenity. Meet outside the Millar and Carter Otterspool Drive £2.50 pp

Sunday 7th  April 1.00pm

Poetry in the Park
Today we celebrate the birthday of our greatest poet,
William Wordsworth (7th April 1770) We take a gentle stroll through Calderstones Park, stopping at various points to be enthralled by some magical and humorous verse inspired by the beauty of nature, A delightful, relaxing gentle stroll, Any budding poets are more than welcome to bring along a piece of their own Nature related poetry, Meet outside the Mansion House, Calderstones Park £2.50 Per person

Thursday 11th April 1.00pm

River Ramble
A chance to to get some fresh air and gentle exercise on this easy ramble. The walk will discover some of the delights of Festival Gardens (old international Garden Festival Site) and we also have an “invigorating stroll along the prom with its scintillating and bracing river breezes.
Meet outside St Michaels in the Hamlet Train Station £2.50 pp

Tuesday 16th April (says September in the Word file)

Albert Dock Discovery Walk
Join us for this walk that discovers the facts, features and history of this amazing site, Created by dock builder Jesse Hartly the site boasts beautiful architecture and fascinating facts. Booking only, limited to ten places.
Email: richietheranger@gmail.com   £2.50 pp

Tuesday 23rd April 1.00pm

We’ve got one to spare!
A fascinating walk between Liverpool’s Grand Cathedrals discovering the greats of Rodney Street and the hierarchy of Hope Street. Booking only £2.50 per person

Thursday 25th April 1.00pm

Queens, Castles and Flags
A fascinating City Centre walk that discover the history surrounding Derby Square (Queen Victorian Monument Castle Street, Exchange Flags and our beautiful Town Hall). Booking only £2.50 per person

Saturday 27th April 1.00pm

Edward Falkner, Swashbuckling Hero
A fascinating walk that explores Falkner Square and the surrounding Georgian Streets. We discover the amazing stories surrounding these beautiful streets and Georgian houses and we visit the award-winning Falkner Square to learn of its origins and the amazing tale of how Captain Edward Falkner defeated a French invasion single handed. A step back in time to our Georgian past. Meet Falkner Square Gdns, off Grove St £2.50 pp