Plans to demolish two family homes in an exclusive area of West Kirby and replace them with luxury apartments have been submitted to Wirral Council. The proposed development would see 10 three and four bedroom apartments built over 2.5 storeys on the site of neighbouring 1950s detached properties on
Restaurants and some pubs in West Kirby and Hoylake are preparing to reopen when lockdown ends. The new Tier 2 rules which kick in from Wednesday 2 December mean that licensed premises must serve 'substantial food' to be able to open their doors, and alcohol can only be
Council leisure facilities in West Kirby and Hoylake will reopen on Thursday 3 December, a day after the national lockdown ends. It will see people being able to use the swimming pool and gym at the Concourse, as well as the return of exercise classes. West Kirby Marine Lake, Wirral
West Kirby photographer Matt Thomas has launched a new online shop selling his stunning images of the local area. Matt is a commercial photographer, who works across the world, but retains a passion for the beauty of his hometown in West Kirby and the Wirral. He said: "I'
A West Kirby Dad has published his first children’s book after being inspired by his young sons during lockdown. Richie Dean, who can usually be found looking after guests in his role of restaurant manager at the Chester Grosvenor’s La Brasserie restaurant, said the lockdown meant he got
Wirral Coastguard has rescued two people injured in separate incidents on Hilbre Islands today. They were first called out at lunchtime to a man who had fallen near to Middle Eye and was suffering from a serious head injury. The team travelled over in an off-road vehicle with paramedics
Residents and businesses in West Kirby are being asked to submit their views on the town’s future. A survey has been launched by One West Kirby – a new, community interest company set up by a group of local residents. The aim of the group is to make sure that
The RNLI Hoylake hovercraft rescued a man stuck waist deep in mud near Meols, in an incident the coastguard said could have had a tragic ending. The male, who was bait digging in Leasowe Bay, was struggling to reach the shore and, despite eventually freeing himself, ended up in the
As a fit and healthy, former professional rugby player, Peter Scrivener, regarded himself as the type of person who would be largely unaffected by Coronavirus. Even though his playing days with Wasps were over, he still trained 3-4 days a week and had no underlying health conditions. But back
A local wild swimmer is taking part in a "dip a day" challenge to raise money for the British Divers Marine Life Rescue Rebecca Gillmore, who goes by the name Rebekah Mermaids, is a volunteer marine mammal medic, for the charity, which provides aid to stranded and injured
A popular Heswall coffee shop is expanding with its second outlet in West Kirby. Wylde Coffee is due to open on Banks Road. The exact location hasn't been revealed but we understand it will be near to Andre's restaurant. The West Kirby shop will be called
Friends of Sandlea Gardens in West Kirby are selling a Christmas card featuring a historic image of the gardens. The card features the old Sandlea House in the snow taken by Russell Dennis. Sandlea is the only park in West Kirby without a Green Flag award, and the aim of
Some familiar faces are featured in Wirral Council's new ‘High Street Heroes’ campaign. The council asked members of the public to nominate independent shops that went above and beyond during the first lockdown. A spokesman for the campaign said the nominations proved how small businesses are the beating
During lockdown, many essential shops are still trading on our high streets. Other local business have switched to online sales and deliveries. So to help them out, and support our economy, we are compiling a one-stop hub to help people in West Kirby know where they can shop to
There will be no Remembrance Sunday parade and service this year at the war memorial in West Kirby, due to coronavirus. It is one of 12 services being cancelled across Wirral on 8 November, with residents instead being asked to pay their respects from home by watching special recordings on
The owners of Aubergine Cafe in West Kirby are pledging to help local charities feed 5,000 people at risk of hunger this festive season. It follows Andrew and May Mahon's success in providing meals to 500 young people at risk of food poverty during half term week.
