Community What's On




2012 Events


--------------------- May 2012 ------------------------------------

Mon 14th May 2pm
Humour in Ancient Egypt

Wirral Ancient Egypt Society
Guest speaker Carol Andrews of Birkbeck College. Non-members welcome £4 Mayer Hall, Bebington. More information at www.waes.org.uk

Tues 15th May 7:30 - 9:30
Friends of Ashton Park AGM

Westbourne Hall, West Kirby
Guest Speaker: Elizabeth Davey on "Parks, Patrons and People"
www.ashtonpark.btck.co.uk

Friday 18th May 10am
Breeze Bike Ride - Wirral Way Ramble

Women's bike ride, gentle pace (6mph), ideal for those who are wanting to get back on a bike. Ride starts at West Kirkby Railway Station, Grange Road, CH48 4DZ. Meet outside the front of the station. Adults 16+ only. Lasts about 2 hours.
For more information or to book a place visit www.breezebikerides.com or telephone Fiona Hanik, Active Families Development Officer on 0776 967 4718 or 637 6434

Friday 18th May at 7.45pm for an 8.00 pm start
Incredible Edible Hoylake - One Year On...

Mary Clear from Incredible Edible Todmorden is coming to help us celebrate our first birthday
Melrose Hall, Melrose Ave, Hoylake
Plus local produce stalls:
Local honey from Bee Keeper, Nigel Brierley
Support Melrose Hall by buying their home baked cakes
Buy jams and chutneys made from produce from Hoylake Allotment Association
Hoylake Fisheries will be selling locally laid duck eggs and local shrimps
Download poster here (3.2Mb)

Sat 19th May
Birkenhead North End Cycling Club
Go-Ride Summer Series

Entry Level Competition for U8 to U16 Novice Riders
Race 2 - Pensby High School (Grass) - Starts 10am - ends approx 12 noon
For more details download a poster here.

Sat 19th May, 10am to 5pm
Irby Artists Exhibition

View and buy 250 paintings and craft items from Irby Artists Association.
Free admission, and lunches and light refreshments available.
St Chads Church Hall, Irby CH61 3UH

Sat 19th May, 1-3pm
Beneath Our Feet at Thurstaston Common

A look at the geology and vegetation of Thurstaston Common.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/19-05-2012/beneath-our-feet-thurstaston-common

Sat 19th May 7.30
Capriccio Singers

A varied repertoire of music to suit all tastes - with their own brand of fun! Church music from all periods interspersed with nursery rhymes, folk songs, songs from the shows and contemporary songs.
St Bridgets Church, West Kirby, CH48 7HL.
Tickets from Pipedreams, 99, Banks Road, West Kirby, Martin Harrison on 625-8535 or on the door. £10 adults, £8 concessions, £2 children.
www.stbridgetsappeal.co.uk

Sat May 19 7.30 pm -12.30 amHoylake Lifeboat Museum
May Ball

Fundraising event for Hoylake Lifeboat Museum
Royal Liverpool Golf Club - Hoylake
Drinks reception from 7.30 pm; Dinner at 8.00 pm; Three course meal with wine; Charity auction and live music. Dress code - Black tie or lounge suit.
www.hoylakelifeboatmuseum.com

Sun 20th May 2pm - 4pm
Music in the Park

St Helen's Concert Band
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park, West Kirby
www.ashtonpark.btck.co.uk

Mon 21 May - 7:30pm
Friends of Greasby Library presents Charles Dicken's Women

June Lancelyn Green brings Dicken's women to life, with the aid of Lesley Mahom and some changes of bonnets.
Tickets need to be purchased in advance
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/21-05-2012/charles-dickens-women-greasby-library

Thursday 24th May 10am to 1pm
Irby Farmers' Market

Seasonal vegetables, jams, honey, pickles, fresh meats, bread, cakes, cheeses brought to you by genuuine producers.
Irby Village Hall, Thingwall Road CH61 3UB
See a review of the last one here.

Fri May 25 9:30 am -2:30 pm
Ladies Tennis Day

Charity fundraising for Hoylake Cottage Hospital
Hoylake Lawn Tennis Club - Hoylake
For tickets, please contact 0151 632 7302. Ticket cost includes coffee on arrival and lunch.

Fri 25th May 6.30 for 7.30 pm
Spirited Away
2001 Japanese animated fantasy-adventure film
Film night at The Parade, Hoylake Community Centre - Hoylake.
For more details and to book tickets, see www.hoylakecommunitycinema.co.uk/

Sat 26th May 10 to 4pm
How Bizarre Craft Fair

Showcasing a variety of different artisans and crafters who produce handmade jewellery, knitted items, hand-crafted wood, cards, needlecraft, candles, art and soap for you to buy.
Hoylake Community Centre, 31 Hoyle Road CH47 3AG
To book a table call Roger 07733224979
www.hoylakecommunitycentre.org

Sun 27 May - 10am to 4pm
Static Birds of Prey Display
Coach House Royden Park
These wonderful birds will be on display in the Coach House by Raptor Rescue.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/27-05-2012/static-birds-prey-display-coach-house-royden-park

Sun 27th May 11 - 4


Flying High
©Katherine McCall

Friends of Coronation Gardens Seaside Fair

Fairground rides and seaside stalls plus burgers, candy floss and ice-creams. Plenty of fun and an opportunity (weather permitting) for a family picnic in this delightful setting.
Local artists will be exhibiting pictures and artwork for sale in the alcoves (ovens). Come along to encourage our local artists and snap up some unique items at very reasonable prices.
www.friendsofcoronationgardens.co.uk

--- June 2012 ---

Sun 3 June - 12 to 2pm
Butterflies of Royden Park

Discover the wealth of butterflies that live within the grasslands and woodlands of Royden park.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/03-06-2012/butterflies-royden-park

Sun 3rd June from 2pm - 5.30pm
Big Jubilee Lunch to celebrate the Queen's 60th

On the Green in front of St John's Church on Birkenhead Road, Meols
Fun For All The Family, All are Welcome. The Event is FREE and is being organised by St Johns Church along with The Friends of Meols Park and St Andrews URC of Meols.
There will be Food, Fun, Face Painting , Music, Messy Church Activities and a special (not to be missed) family performance by Stuffets Puppets. Please come and join us on the day and if you could bring a plate of buffet type food then this would be warmly appreciated.
www.friendsofmeolspark.co.uk/

Tues 5 June 11am
Diamond Jubilee Pond Dip - Wirral Country Park

Celebrate this special holiday with a pond dip at Wirral Country Park.
*Booking essential
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/05-06-2012/diamond-jubilee-pond-dip-wirral-country-park

Wed 6th June -7.30pm
The Delights of Historic New Brighton by Joy Hockey

A First Wednesday lecture.
Joy Hockey, architect, Chair of Wallasey Historical Society and native of New Brighton talks on the development of New Brighton and samples some of the key moments in the life of this seaside resort.
St Bridgets Church, West Kirby, CH48 7HL. Tickets £5 on the door.
www.stbridgetsappeal.co.uk

Thurs 7th June 12-2.30pm
Children Centre Jubilee Event.
Free fun-packed event for all children and families with u5's who live in West Wirral area. Bouncy castle, police, fire engine, face painting, free balloons, its a knockout, raffle, games, activities and loads more!
Pensby Children Centre, Fishers Lane, Pensby.

Sat Jun 9th 12 -4pm


The Boardwalk
©Katherine McCall

Garden Party and Plant Sale

11 Ethelbert Lane - Meols
Hoylake & Meols in Bloom's Annual Fundraising Garden Party and Plant Sale. Admire Jan Foster's beautiful garden, buy plants to take home, and enjoy a delicious tea.

Sat 9th June - 7.30pm
A Handbag of Harmonies ladies choir

A choir of vivacious women from Chester who create a party wherever they go. With their pink feather boas and glitzy handbags, they sing in four-part harmony with dazzling choreography and guarantee to leave audiences with smiles on their faces.
Christ Church, Kings Road, Higher Bebington, CH63 8LX
Tickets £5 each - includes light refreshments, proceeds to Crossroads Care. Call Mel on 0151 343 1960 or email melanie.stewart@crossroadscaring.com for tickets.

Mon 11th June 2pm
The art of the Nobles Tombs in Thebes

Wirral Ancient Egypt Society
Guest speaker Victor Blunden
Non-members welcome £4.
Mayer Hall, Bebington.
More information at www.waes.org.uk

Tuesday 12th June, 1.30-3pm
Summer walk over Stapledon Woods and Caldy Hill

Discover the variety of wildflowers and other wildlife on this stroll with the Ranger. Meet Kings Drive North off Column Road. Sorry no dogs.
For details see www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/12-06-2012/summer-walk-over-stapledon-woods-and-caldy-hill

Saturday 16th June
Sandcastle competition on beach at West Kirby

Organised by the Liverpool Young Practioners in Architecture

17th June 12 to 4pm
Art in the Park

Local artists will be exhibiting pictures and artwork for sale in the alcoves (ovens) at Coronation Gardens, West Kirby. Come along to encourage our local artists and snap up some unique items at very reasonable prices.
www.friendsofcoronationgardens.co.uk


Hilbre Sunset
©Katherine McCall


17 June - 12:30 to 2:30pm
Wild Flowers and Butterflies of Royden Park
Experience the beauty of both the wild flowers and butterflies that thrive here at Royden Park.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/17-06-2012/wild-flowers-and-butterflies-royden-park

Sun 17th June 1 to 5.30pm
National Garden Scheme Open Garden
29 Dee Park Road, Gayton, Cheshire & Wirral, CH60 3RG
www.ngs.org.uk/gardens/gardenfinder/garden.aspx?id=18896

Sunday 17th June 2pm - 4pm
Music in the Park
"Like a Hurricane" Blues and Rock Band
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park West Kirby
www.ashtonpark.btck.co.uk

Mon 18 June 2012 - 7:30pm
Viking Wirral and the Harald Fairhair Longship Project
Presented by Friends of Greasby Library
Stephen Harding looks forward to 2013 and the arrival in Wirral of this re-constructed longboat- the first of its kind for over 1000 years.
Greasby Library CH49 3AT
Tickets need to be purchased in advance
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/18-06-2012/viking-wirral-and-harald-fairhair-longship-project

Sat, 23 June
Birkenhead North End Cycling Club Go-Ride Summer Series

Entry Level Competition for U8 to U16 Novice Riders
Race 3 - Coastal Drive, New Brighton (Grass) - Starts 11am - ends approx 1pm
For more details download a poster here.

23 June 2012 - 1:30pm - 3 pm
Past, Present and Future of Royden Park

At look at the history and a glimpse into what lies ahead at Royden Park.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/23-06-2012/past-present-and-future-royden-park

Sat 23rd June
Celebrate the Olympics and the Diamond Jubilee with Birkenhead Choral Society

St Saviour's Church, Oxton

24 June 2012 - 10 am - 4 pm
Red Cross Fair at Royden Park

Stalls, fun events, face painting, tombola and many more all taking place on the main events field at Royden Park.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/24-06-2012/red-cross-fair-royden-park

Sunday 24th June 2pm - 4pm
Music in the Park

Peninsula Jazz - on a summer's day
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park West Kirby
www.ashtonpark.btck.co.uk

24 June - 2 to 6pm
National Garden Scheme Open Gardens

29 & 31 Forest Road, Meols CH47 6AS
www.ngs.org.uk/gardens/gardenfinder/garden.aspx?id=22675
www.ngs.org.uk/gardens/gardenfinder/garden.aspx?id=25461

Thursday 28th June 10am to 1pm
Irby Farmers' Market

Seasonal vegetables, jams, honey, pickles, fresh meats, bread, cakes, cheeses brought to you by genuuine producers.
Irby Village Hall, Thingwall Road CH61 3UB
See a review of the April one here.

29th June to 8th July
Wirral Festival of Firsts

Art on the Promenade
Music Proms, Poetry Proms
FilmFunFest, Rebeeca's Fringe
www.festivaloffirsts.co.uk

Fri 29th June 6.30 for 7.30 pmAshton Park West Kirby
The Apartment (PG)

Film night at The Parade, Hoylake Community Centre - Hoylake.
For more details and to book tickets, see www.hoylakevillage.org.uk/home-mainmenu-1/site-highlights/648-hoylake-community-cinema.html

29 June 2012 - 9 pm to 11 pm
Bat and Owl Night at Royden Park

Discover the variety of bats and owls that use Royden Park in these dark hours.
*Booking essential
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/29-06-2012/bat-and-owl-night-royden-park

30 June 10 to 4pm
How Bizarre Craft Fair

Showcasing a variety of different artisans and crafters who produce handmade jewellery, knitted items, hand-crafted wood, cards, needlecraft, candles, art and soap for you to buy.
Hoylake Community Centre, 31 Hoyle Road CH47 3AG
To book a table call Roger 07733224979
www.hoylakecommunitycentre.org

Saturday 30th June 3pm
Breeze Bike Ride - Arrowe Park and surrounding areas

Women's bike ride, leisurely pace (7-8 mph)
Ride Starting Point Cherry Orchard Pub car park - Arrowe Park CH49 5LW. Adults 16+ only, lasts about 2 hours (1 hours 30 mins cycling)
For more information or to book a place visit www.breezebikerides.com or telephone Fiona Hanik, Active Families Development Officer on 0776 967 4718 or 637 6434

Sat 30th June 1.45 - 4pm
St Bridgets Summer Fair
A great day out for all the family packed with activities and fun - brass band, tombola, home made cakes, jams and chutneys, teas, bouncy castle, coconut shy, raffle, strawberries and cream and lots more.
Rectory Field by St Bridgets Church, West Kirby, CH48 7HL.
Youthfest 2012
Sat June 30th, 2-8pm
Youthfest 2012

Birkenhead Park provides the setting for this year's event, which sees eight of Wirral's best 13-19 year old bands facing off for the chance to scoop an exciting prize. Featuring a DJ tent and stalls by the likes of Fallen Industries and Bido Lito Magazine.
Tickets £5 available from the Floral Pavilion box office (0151 666 0000), from the Youth Hubs and from www.ticketswirral.co.uk.
www.teenwirral.com/news/get-ready-youthfest-2012

30 June 2012 - 6:30pm
After the Dream Play in the Coach House Royden Park

This play performed by the Hand in Hand Theatre Company is based on Shakespeares comedy Mid Summer Nights Dream and explores what happens 20 years later.
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/30-06-2012/after-dream-%E2%80%93-play-coach-house-royden-park

-------------- July 2012 --------------

Sun 1st July
Hoylake Lifeboat Museum's Victorian Day

Last years successful Victorian Day is being repeated. We have some amazing traditional attractions for all the family. For more details see www.hoylakelifeboatmuseum.com

Wed 4th July -7.30pm
Storeton Quarries and its Tramway by Gavin Hunter

A First Wednesday lecture. An illustrated talk on the unique quarries at Storeton which were worked from Roman times to the present day, providing stone for buildings across Wirral, including Birkenhead Town Hall and as far afield as the Empire State Building in New York.
St Bridgets Church, West Kirby, CH48 7HL. Tickets £5 on the door.
www.stbridgetsappeal.co.uk

6th, 7th, 8th July
Wirral Festival of Firsts

Music, poetry, art & theatre at venues in Hoylake.
www.festivaloffirsts.co.uk

Saturday 7th July 11am - 4pmCalday Summer Fete
Summer Fete
Calday Grange Grammar School

Live music, bouncy castles, climbimg wall, fairground stalls, dog display team, hot 7 cold food, cream teas etc
Fun for all the family. All welcome to attend.
In support of Wirral Renal Patient & Relative Group, Arrowe Park Hospital and School House Charities, Stickn Step, Jellybean Appeal & Wirral Animal Welfare
For further information please contact
community@calday.wirral.sch.uk
or call 0151 625 2727 extn 289

Sat 7 July 11:30am to 2pm.
West Kirby Primary School PTA Summer Fair

This year there will be an Olympic theme to the fair, where you can enjoy quizzes, face painting, children's crafts, games, bouncy castles, pocket money and toy stalls, tea, coffee and cakes, tombola, raffle, BBQ and much more!!!
Come along and support your local primary school.
West Kirby Primary School, Anglesey Road, West Kirby

Sun 8th July 2 - 4.30pm
Wirral Festival of Firsts:
- Poetry Proms
ALL poets have the chance to take part.
www.festivaloffirsts.co.uk/poetryProms.html
  • Art on the Promenade
a multitude of artists can display their work right along Hoylake's waterfront. Why not register to exhibit?
www.festivaloffirsts.co.uk/art.html

Mon 9th July 2pm
Guarding the road from Koptos. A look at the Roman army in the Eastern Desert
Wirral Ancient Egypt Society
Guest speaker Dr Birgitta Hoffman, Roman Gask Project, SACE
University of Liverpool
Non-members welcome £4 Mayer Hall, Bebington. More information at www.waes.org.uk

15th July 12 to 4pm
Art in the Park
WSNC Summer Fair
Local artists will be exhibiting pictures and artwork for sale in the alcoves (ovens) at Coronation Gardens, West Kirby. Come along to encourage our local artists and snap up some unique items at very reasonable prices. www.friendsofcoronationgardens.co.uk

Sat 21st July 11-3
Wednesday Special Needs Club Summer Fair

Great family day out - football shoot-out, tin can knock down, bbq, cakes, tombola, bric-a-brac and lots more.
All proceeds go towards the club's soft play sensory resource.
Hoylake Community Centre
Download the poster here or more information visit www.wsnc.co.uk.

21 July 2012 - 11:00am
Family Bug and Beastie Hunt - Wirral Country Park

Start the holidays with a hunt for interesting insects in the grassland.
*Booking essential
www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on/21-07-2012/family-bug-and-beastie-hunt-wirral-country-park

Sun,22 July
Birkenhead North End Cycling Club Go-Ride Summer Series

Entry Level Competition for U8 to U16 Novice Riders
Race 4 - Birkenhead Park (Tarmac closed circuit) - Starts 9.30am - ends approx 11am
For more details download a poster here.

Sunday 22 July 2pm - 4pm
Music in the Park

Ellesmere Port Silver Band
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park West Kirby
www.ashtonpark.btck.co.uk

Thursday 26th July 10am to 1pm
Irby Farmers' Market

Seasonal vegetables, jams, honey, pickles, fresh meats, bread, cakes, cheeses brought to you by genuuine producers.
Irby Village Hall, Thingwall Road CH61 3UB
See a review of the April one here.

Fri 27th July 6.30 for 7.30 pm
The Last King of Scotland (15)

Film night at The Parade, Hoylake Community Centre - Hoylake.
For more details and to book tickets, see www.hoylakevillage.org.uk/home-mainmenu-1/site-highlights/648-hoylake-community-cinema.html

30th July

--------------------- August 2012 ------------------------------------

to 5th August

Sat 11th Aug 11am - 4pm
Churches Together Event

Ashton Park West Kirby

Mon 13th Aug 2pm
Fighting for the Family: Exploring ancient Egyptian letters to the dead
Wirral Ancient Egypt Society

Guest speaker Dr Angela Me Donald, Co-ordinator for AC&E for Adult and Continuing Education University of Glasgow
Non-members welcome £4 Mayer Hall, Bebington. More information at www.waes.org.uk

19th August 12 to 4pm
Art in the Park

Local artists will be exhibiting pictures and artwork for sale in the alcoves (ovens) at Coronation Gardens, West Kirby. Come along to encourage our local artists and snap up some unique items at very reasonable prices. www.friendsofcoronationgardens.co.uk

20th to 26th August

Bank Holiday Monday, 27th August 10am - 6pm
Hoylake Lifeboat Annual Open Day

Air displays, a funfair, charity stalls, street theatre, raffles, and tours of the Lifeboat. Hoylake Lifeboat Station, North Parade CH47 3AL

Thursday 30th August 10am to 1pm
Irby Farmers' Market

Seasonal vegetables, jams, honey, pickles, fresh meats, bread, cakes, cheeses brought to you by genuuine producers.
Irby Village Hall, Thingwall Road CH61 3UB
See a review of the April one here.

Fri 31st August 6.30 for 7.30 pm
Secrets and Lies (15)

Film night at The Parade, Hoylake Community Centre - Hoylake.
For more details and to book tickets, see www.hoylakevillage.org.uk/home-mainmenu-1/site-highlights/648-hoylake-community-cinema.html

--------------------- September 2012 ------------------------------------

1 September 10 to 4pm
How Bizarre Craft Fair

Showcasing a variety of different artisans and crafters who produce handmade jewellery, knitted items, hand-crafted wood, cards, needlecraft, candles, art and soap for you to buy.
Hoylake Community Centre, 31 Hoyle Road CH47 3AG
To book a table call Roger 07733224979
www.hoylakecommunitycentre.org

Tuesday 4th Sept, 1.30-3.30pm
Guided Walk over Stapledon Woods and Caldy Hill

Discover the variety of wildlife and land use on a walk with the Ranger. Meet Kings Drive North off Column Road. Sorry no dogs.
For details see www.wirral.gov.uk/whats-on, tel 0151 677 7594 or email midwirralranges@wirral.gov.uk

Wed 5th Sept 7.30pm
The ancient Egyptian headrest: Form, symbolism and magic
Wirral Ancient Egypt Society
Annual Hoylake 10k run
Guest speaker Dr Jacky Finch, KNH Centre for Biomedical Egyptology, University of Manchester
Non-members welcome £4 Mayer Hall, Bebington. More information at www.waes.org.uk

Sunday 9th Sept
Annual Hoylake 10k run

Starts from Hoylake Community Centre, then goes along the promenade to Meols, along the Meols Embankment, then onto the Rangers Trail towards Leasowe Lighthouse.
Download the poster here or more information visit www.wsnc.co.uk.

Sunday 9th September 2pm - 4pm
Music in the Park

Port Sunlight Lyceum Brass
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park West Kirby
www.ashtonpark.btck.co.uk

13th - 16th September
The Ricoh Women's British Open
This will be held for the first time at Hoylake - scene of Tiger Woods' last Open victory - in 2012.
Royal Liverpool Golf Club, Meols Drive, Hoylake CH47 4AL
www.royal-liverpool-golf.com/club_news/hoylake_announced_as_venue_for_worlds_best_woman_golfers_in_2012

16th September 12 to 4pm
Art in the Park

Local artists will be exhibiting pictures and artwork for sale in the alcoves (ovens) at Coronation Gardens, West Kirby. Come along to encourage our local artists and snap up some unique items at very reasonable prices
www.friendsofcoronationgardens.co.uk

Sat, 22 SeptLosing the Plot
Birkenhead North End Cycling Club Go-Ride Summer Series

Entry Level Competition for U8 to U16 Novice Riders
Race 5 - Bebington Oval (Cricket Ground) (Grass) - Starts 10am - ends approx 12 noon
For more details download a poster here.

Sun 23rd Sept 3pm
Losing The Plot presented by the Mikron Theatre Company

Told with a rollicking mix of old music hall tunes and brand new songs, Losing The Plot is a story of love - between people and the land; between people and people; and between people and their giant vegetables.
Venue: Gilroy Community Allotment Site, Gilroy Road, West Kirby CH48 8BP
Bring chairs and blankets, refreshments available. There will be a collection after the show.
More details here.

Fri 28th September 6.30 for 7.30 pm
To Have and Have Not (PG)

Film night at The Parade, Hoylake Community Centre - Hoylake.
For more details and to book tickets, see www.hoylakevillage.org.uk/home-mainmenu-1/site-highlights/648-hoylake-community-cinema.html