Port Sunlight Tour app for iPhone and iPad

Uncover the hidden stories of Port Sunlight with our new Port Sunlight Tour App.

With never before seen videos, historic footage, audio tours, and augmented reality you can discover how Port Sunlight was created, what life was like in the factory and so much more.

There are three exciting tours to choose from:


Making it Happen: Discover what it took to make Lever Brothers Soap Works a rip-roaring success, from innovative advertising globally to strong well-conceived transport links, a cared-for workforce and a thriving village community. Hear William Lever talk about his remarkable vision for his business and village and take a look inside the famous factory to see what working life was really like.


Life at Port Sunlight: Join Nellie, the first child to be born at Port Sunlight, as she takes you on a journey around her home. Hear about her school days, join her for a splash in the swimming pool or dance the night away at Hulme Hall. There’s so much to uncover about life at Port Sunlight.

Port Sunlight at War: Over 4,000 patriotic men and boys enlisted to join the Great War here at Port Sunlight. Follow young Eric, as he shares his memories of his brave brothers going off to war and the startling changes he saw at home and in the factory. Witness the poignant return and care of injured soldiers and the moving unveiling of the impressive war memorial.

You can choose to do one tour or all three during your visit to Port Sunlight. In a rush?

You can pick a point of interest from the tour map and discover more.

As the tours do have audio narration throughout, we recommend bringing headphones. If you have forgotten yours, we have some on sale in our museum shop.

So download the app and experience Port Sunlight like never before!