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Thousands line promenade to watch the Parade of sail; Liam Murphy with a personal view from Wirral of the Tall Ships' departure TALL SHIPS A SPECTACULAR FAREWELL.(News)

Byline: Liam Murphy

FROM Wirral, the Tall Ships' Parade of Sail was a truly spectacular sight, with thousands upon thousands lining the promenade from Seacombe to New Brighton.

The weather was kind and many found their own vantage points from the hundreds to choose from.

Many settled on the steps from Wallasey Town Hall down to the promenade, enjoying the fine sight with the world-famous backdrop of the Three Graces of Liverpool waterfront.

Others found good views around Egremont Ferry, and at New Brighton the ships could be seen sailing out of sight towards Northern Ireland where they are due to gather ahead of the race to Norway. The blustery wind meant a ...

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