Forget the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and the Lighthouse of Alexandria, people in Wirral want wonders close by they can actually visit.
Asking the question in one of the many Wirral Facebook groups, one woman wanted people to name their seven wonders of Wallasey and it threw up with some great answers.
Many listed some of the constituencies landmarks like Fort Perch Rock and New Brighton Lighthouse, and others said some of the fabulous natural features like the coastline.
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One said: "A few years ago I picked up this leaflet from Earlston Road library.
"It lists the "Seven Wonders of Wallasey" as - 1. Fort Perch Rock, 2. The Town Hall, 3. The Memorial Church (Manor Road), 4. Leasowe Lighthouse, 5. St Peter & Paul's Church, 6. Seacombe Ferry, and 7. St Hilary's Old Tower."
Another said: "Harrison Drive, New Brighton lighthouse, Vale park, the Breck, our promenade, the fairground and our coastline."
A third simply said: "Beaches. People. Victoria Quarter. Choice of housing. River Mersey. Sunsets. Sense of community."
Another took the 'wonder' element a little literally and spoke of some of the frequent questions you might find on a Wirral Facebook group: "1. Wonder what the queue for the tip is like?
"2. Wonder why the police helicopter is out?
"3. Wonder if anyone on Facebook knows who's bank card this is?
"4. Wonder if anyone else heard that loud noise or if it was just in my head again?
"5. Wonder why there's loads of sirens, but nobody's told me what's going on?
"6. Wonder if anyone else wants to complain about kids on bikes/scooters?
"7. Wonder if I'm too nosey and bored?"
So we went through the comments and ticked off the most mentioned to compile a list of the Seven Wonders of Wallasey;
Number 7 - Wallasey Town Hall
Messrs. Briggs, Wolstenholme and Thorley of Liverpool designed the town hall in Seacombe that has sometimes been dubbed a "gigantic biscuit tin" due to its shape.
Building got underway for the building in 1914 but was delayed due to the start of WWII, however, work began at pace by the end of 1915 when the War Department needed more hospitals.
So the Wallasey Town Hall was completed and kitted out to accommodate 350 beds for injured and sick soldiers - a plaque of gratitude from the War Council can still be seen at the entrance.
It was finally opened as a Town Hall in November, 1920 and served Wallasey's meetings until 1974 when all the local boroughs were joined together to form Wirral Borough Council when it served as the meeting place for all council meetings and does to this day - although they have recently taken place in the Floral due to covid restrictions.
Number 6 - The Black Pearl
While the beautiful driftwood pirate ship is no longer there, it doesn't stop it from being one of the wonders.
You could think of it just like we do the actual seven wonders, as many of them are no longer with us and passed into myth and legend.
But there are plans to rebuild the ship once all the wood has been collected meaning future generations will be able to marvel in wonder at the ship.
Number 5 - The people
A lot of praise should rightly go to the people who live and visit Wallasey. Many talk of how they have moved here or come for a day out and found everyone so friendly and helpful.
And you can see this in stories the ECHO has covered and in the hard work of the community groups who dedicate their time to help others and keep the coastline clear of litter.
Number 4 - Fort Perch Rock
It wouldn't be a list of wonders if the Fort was not included.
Built in the 1820s to defend Liverpool, the grade II listed building is literally full of history after it was later turned into a museum.
It was sold to the Darroch family after it had been decommissioned by the War Office in the 50s and has remained in the family ever since.
Number 3 - The Lighthouses
New Brighton lighthouse and Leasowe lighthouse are amazing landmarks for any visitor to Wallasey to tick off their list.
New Brighton lighthouse was built in 1827 but a beacon is thought to have been at the tip of Wirral since the 1600s. The lighthouse has not been in use since October 1, 1973 but has been maintained and a working light was added a few years ago.
Leasowe Lighthouse was built in 1763 by the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board and is the oldest brick-built lighthouse in Britain.
It was decommissioned in 1908 and is now open to visitors during weekends.
Number 2 - Our parks
Vale Park was the most mentioned, but there was also a lot of love for Central Park in Liscard.
Vale Park has so many unique qualities with it's driftwood art, mermaid sculpture that is part of the Mermaid Trail and the fabulous fairy gardens.
It is also home to Joytime at the bandstand which is a summer holiday show that has been running for over 60 years.
Central Park boasts a beautiful lake that many visit to feed the ducks, swans and geese and in the spring you can watch the babies take their first swim.
Number 1 - The coastline
The sunsets, the dips, the Mersey - Wallasey is shaped by the beauty of the magnificent coast.
The people who live there marvel at it every day whether it is a simple walk along the golden sands or a barbeque with family on the dips overlooking the sea, it is never taken for granted by the majority of local residents.
On occasion, there have been those who have left behind their litter, but there are teams of volunteers dedicated to looking after our coast and promenade.
People of Wallasey are very proud of their beach and prom and with stunning views, is it any wonder?
Honorable mentions go to Victoria Road and all the artworks as well as St Peter and Paul's Church - a building that shapes the Wirral skyline.
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