Wirral Docks and Mersey Tunnel Spur

Just as interesting as the dock areas of Liverpool are the now largely disused industrial areas over the water in the Wirral. Of particular interest is the Mersey Tunnel spur. The original Mersey tunnel actually has junctions under the river. One takes you off the main tunnel route and brings you up near the Liver building. The other, travelling to the Wirral takes you off the main route and comes up in the dock area.

There are some pictures of the entrance below. The most surprising thing is that I don't think this spur was every used. Its looks pristine, as though it has just been built and I'm not sure that is has ever seen service.

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