The most read stories on West Kirby Today in 2016 have ranged from the tragic to the heartwarming. We take a look back at the stories which hit the headlines throughout the year. 1. Car and driver hunted after hit and run accident leaves West Kirby boy, 16, critically injuredThe
Each year on 26 December, hundreds of people gather on the beach outside of the Sailing Club at midday, to watch a tug of war competition between the Hoylake Sailing Club and the Hoylake Lifeboat Station, as a bit of fun to raise money for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
With widespread disruption anticipated as Storm Barbara approaches, the Coastguard has issued a coastal safety warning. A yellow wind warning has been issued for Merseyside today with gusts of 60 to 70 mph expected later today. High tide is expected just before 7pm bringing the possibility of some disruption along
After recent relatively quiet and dry conditions, much more unsettled weather is heading our way in the lead-up to Christmas with the second named storm of the season, Storm Barbara, expected on Friday. As many plan festive visits to friends and family this week, the weather is getting more disturbed.
A West Kirby-based rogue trader has been sentenced to two years in prison after conning people out of thousands of pounds. 39 year old Christopher James Morris also falsely claimed to be a donor to charity. The judge described him as “disgusting”. The trading standards departments of Wirral Council and
Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service are considering appealing to the government after councillors refused to grant them planning permission for a new station in Saughall Massie. West Kirby fire station is being phased out because of government spending cuts, and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service wanted to close Upton Fire
Councillors tonight voted to refuse a proposed new fire station in Saughall Massie to replace the soon-to-be closed West Kirby station. West Kirby fire station is being phased out because of government spending cuts, and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service wanted to close Upton Fire Station too and build a
A West Kirby pub has been registered as an Asset of Community Value after local campaigners raised concerns over its future. The decision means the Hilbre Pub, on Banks Road, is now protected from demolition or change of use. The well-known pub closed its doors in September but since then
Plans have been submitted to build a landmark, Art Deco-style building on West Kirby's waterfront. The prestigious apartment block would be built opposite the Marine Lake on the current site of Betton House at 51 South Parade. The four-storey building, which will include 8 apartments and 10 car
Sandwich chain Subway has opened a new store in West Kirby this week. The shop, which is based on the site of the former Coral betting shop, on Banks Road, has undergone a major refit. The store, which is one of 6 Subways owned by Wirral businessman Anthony Deegan, has
Councillors are set to visit the site of the proposed new fire station in Saughall Massie tomorrow (December 13) before voting on whether to allow it to be built. West Kirby fire station is being phased out because of government spending cuts, and Merseyside fire and rescue service wants to
It is tipped to be in the top three best-selling board games this Christmas but did you know that 'guess the accent' game, Accentuate, began life at a dinner party in Thurstaston? The game, which was invented by brother and sister team, Graeme and Fiona Fraser-Bell, has a
A very special Christmas treasure hunt will take place in West Kirby on December 17th. Missing snowflakes have been hidden across the town, which need to be tracked down with help from a map created by the Christmas fairy. The Snowflake Trail is part of the Christmas Fair at West
Building work is underway on the Hilbre Pub in West Kirby after its shock closure in September. The well-known Banks Road pub is currently closed but appears to be undergoing a major refurbishment. Owners, Punch Taverns, are remaining tight-lipped over mounting rumours that the pub is set to become a
It’s that time of year when the office Christmas party happens...straight after work. There’s often precious little time for hair and makeup so here are some ideas for great looks that will take you care free from desk to dance floor. Transforming your hair doesn’t have
Earlier this month, acclaimed London-based chefs Patrick Bingley and Glyn Gordon brought their seasonal British-style cooking to West Kirby for one night only. West 34, on Banks Road, welcomed the guest chefs for a kitchen takeover event, which was documented in these stunning, behind-the-scenes, photos. Patrick began his career at
