Liverpool 2025 Trip

Sixth Form Trip to Liverpool: Culture, Music, and Memories

Last weekend, 100 of our sixth form students swapped classrooms for culture on our annual social and cultural trip to the vibrant city of Liverpool.

Our adventure began on Friday with a stay at the Youth Hostel on the famous Albert Dock. Students set out to explore the city: from Liverpool’s stunning cathedrals to world-class museums and galleries, and some more unusual attractions such as the Quirky Quarter and escape rooms. Later, everyone enjoyed the independence of arranging their own evening meals before returning to the hostel for a lively Quiz Night, hosted by Mr Wright. In true tradition, the staff team were defeated once again!

Saturday started in style with an open-top bus tour, where we traced the footsteps of the Beatles. From the childhood homes of Paul McCartney and John Lennon to the legendary haunts of George Harrison and Ringo Starr, the tour brought Liverpool’s musical history to life. Students ticked off landmarks such as Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields, but the real highlight was our guide, Tocky Tom. With his unique mix of enthusiasm, humour, and encyclopaedic knowledge, he had everyone laughing and singing.  His poignant poetry also brought tears to a few eyes and we were left feeling uplifted and inspired.

The afternoon gave us time to explore even more of Liverpool, from the haunting beauty of St Luke’s “Bombed Out Church” to the inspiring independent bookshop News from Nowhere, a community-run space on Bold Street. After a meal back at the hostel, we rounded off the day at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall with a fascinating show about the night sky and another opportunity for Mr Wright to answer our questions on light years, red dwarves, black holes, and the definition of a vacuum.

On Sunday morning, we returned home—tired, perhaps, but carrying plenty of shopping bags, new experiences, and stronger friendships. The trip was a wonderful celebration of learning, culture, and fun, and would not have been possible without Mrs Glew’s tireless work to plan the trip, and the support of all the staff who gave up their weekends to ensure things ran smoothly.

Miss Heyes, Well-being and Progress Officer, and Liverpool fan!