• St James Gardens - Discover a Late Georgian / Victorian Cemetery through an engaging tour that delves into the social history of Liverpool and the lives of prominent industrialists and visionaries of the era.

Learn about the diplomatic incident sparked by the murder of an American sea captain, which occurred before the American Civil War.

Explore the stories of Liverpool’s slave traders interred in the cemetery. Charles Goore is notably infamous for his brutal methods in transporting slaves across the Atlantic. Additionally, learn about George Drinkwater, a slave owner who resided at 65 Rodney Street.

Sir William Brown amassed his wealth as a cotton trader and later ventured into merchant banking, establishing Brown and Shipley, a company that remains operational today. Brown also generously contributed £40,000 (£4 Million in today’s currency) for the construction of the splendid Library.

William Huskisson, the most renowned resident of the cemetery, is remembered as the first railway casualty.

• Guidance from a professional tour guide

• Gratuities

Don’t miss this crucial tour, where you’ll learn about Liverpool, known as the Empire’s second city, and its impact on the world.

During the late Georgian and Victorian era, Liverpool saw significant growth. The affluent class moved further away from the bustling riverfront to live in magnificent Georgian terraces. Among these splendid residences, court houses or slum-like dwellings were sporadically located in any available space, serving as early instances of social housing.

As church graveyards reached capacity and without a closeby cemetery, the necessity for a new one arose.

A depleted stone quarry, no longer in use, served as the equalizer, where citizens of Liverpool, rich or poor, were laid to rest side by side.

Witness the final abode of Slavers, Pirates, Plantation Owners, and wealthy Merchants.

The tour is made more interactive with the chance to create your own artwork through wax rubbings directly from the stone monuments and memorials.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.