The Mansion House is free entry, and features The Calderstones Story, a dedicated exhibition that tells the story of life in Liverpool, beginning in the late Stone Age.
Explore our What’s On guide to discover regular reading groups, activities and events. And for families, don’t miss The Storybarn our dedicated play space where young imaginations run wild.
However you choose to spend your time with us, every penny spent supports our work transforming lives through the power of literature. Find out more here.
Winter Opening Hours
Mansion House, Café and Ice Cream Parlour: 8.30am – 4pm (weekends until 5pm)
Bookshop – 10am – 4pm
The Storybarn: Times vary, see what’s on
Visit Calderstones
Shared Reading
Shared Reading is a unique experience that helps thousands of people to connect, feel good and live well.
The Reader Café
Enjoy good food and a warm welcome.
The Reader Bookshop
Find something real to take home when the day is done - beautiful literary gifts for all ages.
Now We Sit With It
A permanent artwork by Sumuyya Khader in response to new research into the history of the Mansion House.
The Ancient Calder Stones
Get up close to the ancient Calder Stones that give the local area its name, inside their purpose-built home.
History of the House
Discover the history of the iconic Mansion House and Calderstones Park
The Mansion House
The Mansion House is a reading home with heart – drop in to discover a place filled with possibilities.
The Storybarn
Our imaginative play space for children and families will spark a lifelong love of reading for pleasure.
The Reader Ice Cream Parlour
Delicious Cheshire farm Ice Cream with all profits generated gifted back to The Reader charity
Getting here
Planning a visit to Calderstones Park either on foot, by car or public transport?
Here is some information to help you plan your visit.
Read moreAccessibility
We want to make your visit as easy as possible.
If you have any additional needs, or questions about your visit please get in touch by email or phone our reception on 0151 729 2200.
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