Events
- - - - - - - - - - - - July 2008 - - - - - - - - - - - -
Tues 1st July - 7pm
Cycling for All
Methodist Church Hall, 29a Westbourne road, West Kirby CH48 4DQ
Free local cycle route map, choosing the right bike, safe cycling, representatives from a local bike shop, basic bike maintenance, the National Cycle Network (currently over 10,000 miles), cycle training, and the Merseyside Cycling Campaign ....[more]
Tues 1st July - 7.30
Lecture: The Welsh Presence on the Wirral - Rev. Dr. Ben Rees.
St Bridget's Community Centre, West Kirby....[more]
Sat 5th July 10.30 3.00
Prenton High School Green Fayre, Hesketh Avenue, Prenton.
With Wirral LA21 Network. Stalls selling ethical jewellery, cosmetics, crafts etc. Games, activities, BBQ, refreshments, birds of prey and small animal display.
Sat 5th July - 2pm Start
Badgers, Owls and a Wildcat
Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston - Illustrated afternoon talk in the lecture theatre. Experiences with wildlife rehabilitation including the local wildlife successfully returned to the wild after injury. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Sun 6th July - 12.30 to 2.30pm
Butterfly Walk
Ranger-led guided walk through Royden Park and over Thurstaston Common Local Nature Reserve. Suitable for all the family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Rangers office next to the Walled Garden, Royden Park, Hillbark Road, Frankby ....[more]
Sun 6th July - 1.30pm to 4pm
Thurstaston Parish
Guided history hike around the Parish of Thurstaston. Learn about the village mentioned in the Doomsday Book and the more recent history of the first designated Country Park in England. Suitable for all the family but some people may find parts of this walk strenuous Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Wednesday 9th - 6pm to 9.30pm
Sunset Guided Walk to Hilbre
Discover the wildlife and history of the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve. The walk may be strenuous in places. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear essential.
Sorry no dogs. There is a £1 charge per person for this event.
Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Wed 9th July - 10 to 11.45pm
Dusk at Royden Park
Discover some of the animals of the night on this Ranger-led nocturnal stroll. Suitable for all the family. Wear warm clothes and suitable footwear. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Friday 11th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sat 12th July - 9am
New Ferry Farmers' Market details...
Sat 12th July - 10am to 4pm
Local History Course
Introduction to the joys of amateur historical research at a beginner level, using Hilbres history as an example. Non-returnable charge of £5 per person. Proceeds to the Friends of Hilbre for the management of the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve. Booking essential 336 8643 ....[more]
Sat 12th July - 2pm to 5pm
Kids Treasure Hunt
Start outside West Kirby Concourse.
Come along to find the clues and discover things about your town.
There will be a certificate at the end and the chance to plant your own seed. The question sheets will be available from the childrens section of West Kirby Library beforehand and can be returned there afterwards if you are unavailable at that date & time.
Sat 12th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sun 13th July - 10.30 to 3.30pm
Through Dales and Woods
Summer stroll through heathland, woodland, along parts of the Wirral Way and the shore of the Dee Estuary. Wear suitable clothing and footwear and a packed lunch is recommended. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Cleaver Heath Local Nature Reserve Car Park, Oldfield Road, off Telegraph Road, Heswall. ....[more]
Sun 13th July - 11am to 3.30pm
Telegraph Station Open Day, Hilbre Island
Visit the Holyhead to Liverpool telegraph station, now a small visitor centre on the main island. Tours of the island and seal watching will also be taking place. The Parks and Countryside Mobile Information Unit will be at West Kirby Marine Lake car park to provide advice about safe crossing times and other information about the islands. ....[more]
Sun 13th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sunset Guided Walk to Hilbre
Discover the wildlife and history of the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve. The walk may be strenuous in places. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear essential.
Sorry no dogs. There is a £1 charge per person for this event.
Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Wed 9th July - 10 to 11.45pm
Dusk at Royden Park
Discover some of the animals of the night on this Ranger-led nocturnal stroll. Suitable for all the family. Wear warm clothes and suitable footwear. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Friday 11th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sat 12th July - 9am
New Ferry Farmers' Market details...
Sat 12th July - 10am to 4pm
Local History Course
Introduction to the joys of amateur historical research at a beginner level, using Hilbres history as an example. Non-returnable charge of £5 per person. Proceeds to the Friends of Hilbre for the management of the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve. Booking essential 336 8643 ....[more]
Sat 12th July - 2pm to 5pm
Kids Treasure Hunt
Start outside West Kirby Concourse.
Come along to find the clues and discover things about your town.
There will be a certificate at the end and the chance to plant your own seed. The question sheets will be available from the childrens section of West Kirby Library beforehand and can be returned there afterwards if you are unavailable at that date & time.
Sat 12th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sun 13th July - 10.30 to 3.30pm
Through Dales and Woods
Summer stroll through heathland, woodland, along parts of the Wirral Way and the shore of the Dee Estuary. Wear suitable clothing and footwear and a packed lunch is recommended. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Cleaver Heath Local Nature Reserve Car Park, Oldfield Road, off Telegraph Road, Heswall. ....[more]
Sun 13th July - 11am to 3.30pm
Telegraph Station Open Day, Hilbre Island
Visit the Holyhead to Liverpool telegraph station, now a small visitor centre on the main island. Tours of the island and seal watching will also be taking place. The Parks and Countryside Mobile Information Unit will be at West Kirby Marine Lake car park to provide advice about safe crossing times and other information about the islands. ....[more]
Sun 13th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sat 19th July - 10am to 4pm
John Horton: An Artist at Work
Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston.
A two day exhibition-cum-workshop by renowned artist John Horton. An opportunity to see John at work and to discuss his techniques. Display featuring many of Johns award winning paintings. No need to book. ....[more]
Sun 20th July - 10am to 4pm
John Horton: An Artist at Work
Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston.
A two day exhibition-cum-workshop by renowned artist John Horton. An opportunity to see John at work and to discuss his techniques. Display featuring many of Johns award winning paintings. No need to book. ....[more]
Sun 20th July - 11am to 1pm
Skippers, Darters and Other Insects
Guided walk across the meadows and around the ponds at Wirral Country Park, Thurstaston. Learn more about butterflies and dragonflies, get up close to Devils darning needles and Horse Stingers. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Sunday 20th 1.30pm 3.30pm
Bee and Wildflower Walk
Guided walk through Royden Park and over Thurstaston Common Local Nature Reserve looking at the insects and wildflowers. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Rangers Office next to the Walled Garden, Royden Park, Hillbark Road Frankby. ....[more]
Sun 20th July - 2pm to 4pm
Summer Afternoon Concert - Peninsula Jazzmen
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park, West Kirby
Sun 20th July - 6.45 for 7pm
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Foolsgold Theatre Company ....[more]
Open air walkabout theatre in Ashton Park, West Kirby, at the lower bowling pavillion. Tickets from Waverley Newsagents, Banks Road or tel. 625 8535.
Sun 27th July - 10.30am to 3.30pm
Heswall Dales Task Day
Work alongside the Voluntary Wardens helping the Rangers improve one of Wirrals most important heathland sites. Suitable for all the family, why not bring along a picnic and have Sunday lunch out in the open! Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (CH60 6SN) For further enquiries 677 7594 ....[more]
Heswall Dales Task Day
Work alongside the Voluntary Wardens helping the Rangers improve one of Wirrals most important heathland sites. Suitable for all the family, why not bring along a picnic and have Sunday lunch out in the open! Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (CH60 6SN) For further enquiries 677 7594 ....[more]
Wed July 30th - 7.30pm
Film screening of The Power of Community
United Reformed Church, Meols Drive, West Kirby
An uplifting account of how Cuba dealt with its own peak oil event following the collapse of the USSR.
Thurs 31st July - 1.30pm to 3pm
I-Spy Fun at Royden Park
Have fun discovering natures wonders at Royden Park. Suitable for all the family, all children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Collect your information sheets from the Coach House, next to the main car park between the above times. For further enquiries 677 7594 ....[more]
- - - - - - - - - - - - August 2008 - - - - - - - - - - - -
Saturday 2nd Aug - 2pm Start
Silent Hunter
Illustrated afternoon talk in the Wirral Country Park lecture theatre, Thurstaston. Learn more about barn owls and the work being undertaken by volunteers to ensure their survival. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Sunday 3rd Aug - 11am to 4pm
Transition Town West Kirby at Royden Park
Displays, games, calculate your carbon footprint
In the Coach House, Royden Park ....[more]
Sun 3rd Aug - 2pm to 4pm
A Summer Afternoon Stroll
Enjoy a gentle stroll with the Rangers and take in the sights, sounds and smells of Wirral Country Park in high summer. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy.
Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Wed 6th Aug - 9pm to 11.30pm
Bats at Royden Park
Why do bats hunt at night? What do they eat? Come along to Royden Park and discover the habits of these harmless yet widely misunderstood nocturnal mammals. Wear warm clothing and suitable footwear. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Thurs 7th Aug - 6pm to 9.30pm
Sunset Walk to Hilbre
Discover the wildlife and history of the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve. The walk may be strenuous in places. Wear warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear. Sorry no dogs. There is a £1 charge per person for this event. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Sat 9th Aug - 9am
New Ferry Farmers' Market details...
Sun 10th Aug - 10.30am to 3.30pm
Telegraph Station Open Day, Hilbre Island
Visit the Holyhead to Liverpool telegraph station, now a small visitor centre on the main island. Tours of the island and seal watching will also be taking place. The Parks and Countryside Mobile Information Unit will be at West Kirby Marine Lake car park to provide advice about safe crossing times and other information about the islands. ....[more]
Sun 10th Aug - 2pm to 4pm
Summer Afternoon Concert - Ellesmere Port Silver Band
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park, West Kirby
Bats at Royden Park
Why do bats hunt at night? What do they eat? Come along to Royden Park and discover the habits of these harmless yet widely misunderstood nocturnal mammals. Wear warm clothing and suitable footwear. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Thurs 7th Aug - 6pm to 9.30pm
Sunset Walk to Hilbre
Discover the wildlife and history of the Hilbre Islands Local Nature Reserve. The walk may be strenuous in places. Wear warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear. Sorry no dogs. There is a £1 charge per person for this event. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Sat 9th Aug - 9am
New Ferry Farmers' Market details...
Sun 10th Aug - 10.30am to 3.30pm
Telegraph Station Open Day, Hilbre Island
Visit the Holyhead to Liverpool telegraph station, now a small visitor centre on the main island. Tours of the island and seal watching will also be taking place. The Parks and Countryside Mobile Information Unit will be at West Kirby Marine Lake car park to provide advice about safe crossing times and other information about the islands. ....[more]
Sun 10th Aug - 2pm to 4pm
Summer Afternoon Concert - Ellesmere Port Silver Band
Upper Park Arena, Ashton Park, West Kirby
Tues 12th Aug - 1.30pm to 3pm
Animal Happenings
Discover more about the natural history of Royden Park. Suitable for all the family, all children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Coach House, Royden Park, Frankby. ....[more]
Sun 17th Aug - 9am start
Mud n Marsh
Join the Rangers and RSPB Wardens on the internationally important Dee Estuary. Thousands of waders and wildfowl feed where the mudflats meet the marsh and as the tide floods in they form tighter and tighter flocks, alerting birds of prey including Peregrine Falcons and Merlins. Come along to Banks Road Car Park, Lower Heswall to witness this wildlife spectacular. ....[more]
Sun 17th Aug - 11am to 12noon & 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Around the World Safari at Royden Park
Ramshackle Theatre Company walks around Royden Park discovering creatures from around the globe. Imagine yourself as an intrepid explorer following wildlife experts on a trail crossing the five major continents of the world. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. Cost £3.00 per adult and £1.50 per child. Booking essential. 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Tues August 19th - 7.30pm
"What do we need to be happy?
A Transition Town perspective on the well-being of today's people." Several speakers are booked - more details to follow.
United Reformed Church, Meols Drive, West Kirby, CH48 5DA ...[more]
Fri 22nd Aug - 8.30pm to 10.30pm
Bats, Bats, Bats!
Late night walk along the Wirral Way to the Dungeon Woodland. Learn about bat ecology and biology and have a go with an electronic bat detector! Suitable for all the family, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. Please bring a torch and suitable clothing and footwear. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
"What do we need to be happy?
A Transition Town perspective on the well-being of today's people." Several speakers are booked - more details to follow.
United Reformed Church, Meols Drive, West Kirby, CH48 5DA ...[more]
Fri 22nd Aug - 8.30pm to 10.30pm
Bats, Bats, Bats!
Late night walk along the Wirral Way to the Dungeon Woodland. Learn about bat ecology and biology and have a go with an electronic bat detector! Suitable for all the family, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. Please bring a torch and suitable clothing and footwear. Booking essential 648 4371/3884 ....[more]
Monday 25th Aug
Hoylake RNLI Open Day
Air displays, stalls, side shows and fairground rides along the promenade from Kings Gap to Hoyle Road. Enquiries 666 3188
Mon 25th Aug - 1pm to 4pm
The 5th Annual Wirral Country Park Sandcastle Extravaganza
Sandcastle competition - bring along a spade and a bucket full of ideas! Small prizes for the best designs. Suitable for all the family, all children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. Meet at the bottom of Station Road Steps, Thurstaston (CH61 0HN) ....[more]
Sun 31st Aug - 10am to 12.30pm
Heathlands Hike
Walk in to two parts that takes you firstly over the Cleaver Heath Local Nature Reserve accompanied by members of Wirral Wildlife followed an hour later by a walk over Heswall Dales Local Nature Reserve accompanied by the Ranger. Suitable for all the family. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Cleaver Heath Local Nature Reserve Car Park, Oldfield Road, off Telegraph Road, Heswall. ....[more]
Sun 31st Aug - 11am to 4pm
Hedgehog Awareness Day
A fun-filled activity day for all the family with Wirral Hedgehog Rescue providing help and information. No need to book, just turn up at the Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre, Station Road, Thurstaston (CH61 0HN) between the above times. ....[more]
About this website
The aim of this website is to encourage people to use their local community facilities, to reduce their 'carbon footprints' (go to www.carbonindependent.org) and increase sustainability.
It gives information on a number of community groups and small businesses on the Wirral that are consistent with the move to a sustainable low-energy lifestyle.
The are some big changes that will affect the Wirral over the coming years:
• North Sea oil is running out, and the UK is now a net importer of oil
• World oil stocks are running low and the oil price is rising
• Climate change is likely to have a large effect on every country of the world
These changes will mean that local communities and small local businesses will become more important once again. This website aims to strengthen these in anticipation of the changes that are coming.
Contact us
Groups are encouraged to use this website to advertise their existence, and any events and activities that they wish to publicise.
Email admin@wirralgroups.org.uk
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