This exciting tourist Trail is based upon the local legend of The Black Rock Mermaid who was reported in an 18^th Century Chapbook to have appeared to a local sailor and whose moonlight home is at the foot of Perch Rock Lighthouse, the original Black Rock. 

Follow the trail around New Brighton and read the story of the legend as told by local storyteller Cathy Roberts of Literally A Bookshop. 

• Kings Parade
• Atherton Street
• Seabank Road
• Vale Park
• Marine Promenade
• Victoria Road

The six ‘life size’ identical statues were designed and sculpted by local artist, Barry Canning-Eaton, and five decorated by local schools and an arts based community interest organisation.  The Trail starts by the Championship Adventure Golf  and weaves its way through the resort past some of New Brighton’s history and heritage, including great places to eat, drink, shop and have fun.

The Map Guide to accompany the trail includes a bespoke map designed by local illustrator Fat Cat Illustration and is available from venues including:

• Cabovino Wine Bar Tapas

• Caffe Cream

• Championship Adventure Golf

• Driftwood Cafe

• Floral Pavilion & Theatre Conference Centre

• Literally a Bookshop

• Vale House Cafe and Tearooms

• Wirral Model Shop

• New Brighton Visitor Information Point

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Mermaid Trail merchandise is now available to buy from The Floral Pavilion.

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