Photos: Rodhullandemu, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 The Carlisle Kid , Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0
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Photos: Rodhullandemu, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 The Carlisle Kid , Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0
A circular cathedral, walked around
Your local guide
Liam Fitzgerald
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Highlights
- Concrete ribs holding up the tower
- A shape that changes with every step
- Engineering behind the lantern
- A full circle around one building
- Modern design from every angle
About this tour
This call walks the full circle around the Metropolitan Cathedral, from its exposed concrete ribs to the plaza surrounding it. You see how the building's shape changes depending on where you stand. I explain how the structure was engineered to support the lantern tower above.
We start with a sound check on one side, then walk the circle at an easy pace, taking questions as new angles come into view. I send a short note on the engineering afterwards.
It suits anyone interested in modern architecture and engineering. It also works well as a shorter call between longer indoor ones.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 5 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Liverpool before heading out.
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Exterior concrete ribs 15 min
You see the exposed concrete ribs supporting the tower from outside, and I explain how the structure was engineered to hold the lantern's weight.
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Surrounding plaza 15 min
The camera takes in the plaza surrounding the building, and I point out how the circular shape looks different from each side.
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Your questions 7 min
Time to ask anything about Liverpool: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 3 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Full English breakfast and Albert Dock, worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in London time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 10 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Liverpool, showing you Exterior concrete ribs and Surrounding plaza live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- I run this live around the outside of the cathedral, following its circular shape all the way round.
Times shown in London time (GMT)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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