A Day in Liverpool

View across the Canning Dock

Alison and I were going to check out three pubs in Wigan today; I wanted to see what the hills were like for John. We changed our minds and decided to meet in the Augustus John pub at Liverpool University. This meant we could meet John today.

Before, I decided to have a walk around the Pier Head and the Royal Albert Dock.

The walk was pleasant enough, but not many photos were taken. I should have taken more. When I’m away on a trip, I need to collect a series of photos to use on the diary pages, something else to think about.

The Baltic Fleet is close to the eastern end of the Royal Albert Dock. So, I went there and had a pint of Trappers Hat from the Brimstage Brewery. This beer is a firm favourite of mine; it’s always on sale. They only take cards.

The number 500 bus passes the Baltic on its way into town. Passing the bus stop on the way to the pub, I made a note of the bus times. I didn’t have to wait long for a bus into town. Unfortunately, the bus loops round the centre of Liverpool, so you can’t use it to get to the Baltic. Bus services to the Baltic are poor.

Near the bus stop in town is the Vines, known as the big house. I had a pint of Shropshire Bitter from the Salopian Brewery. Another favourite pint which always seems to be on. It cost me £4, excellent value.

After a quick pint, I caught a bus up to the Augustus John to meet John and Alison. The real ales and real ciders here are always on form. They are extremely well priced at £3.90 a pint. They only take cards.

Around half five, Alison and I left John to go for a Chinese meal at Mei Mei on Berry Street. We had three dishes and rice. Unfortunately, one of them was not suitable for me: the Crispy Shredded Chicken. It’s difficult to eat with false teeth, and because of a stomach problem, it was difficult to digest. The food was good and the atmosphere pleasant. We arrived just after six when it was quiet. I’d probably return, but no crispy chicken next time!

After the meal we had a quick pint in the Grapes, then home.