The origins of Everton, Anfield and the split that led to Liverpool FC
Tour 01 · The rival giants
The Big Two
Two world-famous clubs. One shared football landscape. A city story that reaches far beyond red and blue.
The experience
See the places.
Hear the whole story.
The Big Two connects the shared beginnings, great divide and living traditions of Liverpool and Everton. It is not simply a look at two stadiums: it is the story of the people, streets, pubs, parks and decisions that created both clubs.
From the Anfield district and Stanley Park to Everton’s waterfront future, your guide brings together club formation, rivalry, community identity and the personalities whose choices changed English football.
What you’ll discover
Tour highlights
Every private tour can be shaped around your group.
The Sandon, John Houlding and the streets where the modern story began
Stanley Park as the shared landscape between two football communities
Anfield murals, statues, memorials and the identity of the neighbourhood
Goodison’s legacy and Everton’s new waterfront chapter
A journey through the story
What the day can include
Routes are adapted to the date, group, transport and any live football or venue access available.
- 01
Anfield and The Sandon
Walk the district where Everton first played at Anfield and where the story of Liverpool FC took shape around John Houlding and The Sandon.
- 02
Stanley Park
Cross the green space that has long linked — and separated — the city’s two great football communities.
- 03
Goodison legacy
Explore the story of the first purpose-built major football ground in England and the generations who made it home.
- 04
Everton on the waterfront
See how the club’s new stadium reconnects Everton with Liverpool’s docks, industry and global outlook.
- 05
People, memory and identity
Finish with the statues, murals, memorials, pubs and supporter stories that give both clubs their character.
Who it’s for
A warm Merseyside welcome for every group.
- Liverpool and Everton supporters
- Visitors who want the full city context
- Families, schools and fan organisations
- Private, cruise and coach groups
- Mixed-supporter groups who want a balanced story
Planning noteThis is primarily an outdoor heritage experience. Stadium entry is not included unless specifically arranged, and the route may use private transport or a coach depending on group size.
Plan your ToggerTours experience
Ready to go beyond the stadium gates?
Tell us your preferred date, group size, interests, transport needs and any accessibility requirements. We’ll shape the right route for you.