A ten-day programme of community and cultural events begins this Friday (23 June) across Halewood.
Halewood CultureFest launched in 2008 with the aim of encouraging local residents to try new activities, provide an opportunity for local groups to showcase their activities and attract new members, and to bring the local community together
The CultureFest committee is made up of representatives from Halewood Town Council, Knowsley Council, local churches and local community members. The festival offers an exciting programme, ranging from cultural, artistic, environmental, and sporting events for communities from across Knowsley to enjoy.
This year’s event programme is designed with everyone in mind and includes cricket matches, singing groups and theatre performances plus an Art, Craft and Flower Exhibition, a Bat Walk, an Open Garden Day and more.
Cllr Graham Morgan, Leader of Knowsley Council said “CultureFest is a much-loved local event and it’s great to see it back again with an imaginative and diverse programme. Bringing communities together for events such as this is so very important, and I would encourage everyone to get involved and check out at least one event during the festival.”
Alison Shacklady. CultureFest steering group co-ordinator said. “We are delighted to be back for another year with our CultureFest programme. As always, we are providing as many events as possible at no charge, so that anyone who wants to be involved can be.
“We are looking forward to welcoming people to the events and hope that you will find there really is something for everyone. We are grateful for the on-going support of the Town and Borough Councils.”
Programme of events
Friday 23 June
Halewood Community Choir
6pm – 8pm at Halewood Academy, The Avenue, Halewood, L26 1UU
An opportunity to meet and rehearse with the choir or to just sit back and enjoy the music.
Bat Walk
9pm, meeting at Halewood Environment Centre, Okell Dr, Halewood L26 7XB
An opportunity to see and hear bats in their natural environment on a walk lead by Ranger Tony Leach. Please wear suitable clothing. Booking advisable, call 0151 488 6151
Saturday 24 June
Movie night
7pm at St Nicholas’ Centre, 70 Church Road, Halewood, L26 6LA
Join us for a showing of ‘Mrs Harris Goes to Paris’ This event is free of charge, but you must be over 18 to attend. Contact Alison Shacklady at alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com to book tickets
Sunday 25 June
Halewood Open Gardens
1.30pm – 5pm
A number of gardens across Halewood will be open to the public to visit. You can find a map of the locations online here. 40 Torcross Way, will be providing Cream Teas and donations will be accepted towards Church funds and Cancer Research. Refreshments will also available at 288 Higher Road.
Tuesday 27 June
Art Workshop
2pm at St Nicholas’ Centre, 70 Church Road, Halewood, L26 6LA
An exploration in bleach and ink led by artist Ken Allen. Tickets cost £5 and spaces are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Contact alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com for tickets.
Cricket Match – Mayor’s XI v Patron’s XI
6.30pm at New Hutte Neighbourhood Centre, Lichfield Rd, Halewood, L26 1TT
Players welcome, please contact alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com Refreshments will be available to purchase from the café
Wednesday 28 June
Pub Quiz Night
7.30pm at St Marks Parish Centre, Fir Ave, Halewood L26 0UG
This free pub quiz is open to teams of no more than 6 players. To enter a team email alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com or Mal.owen@btinternet.com
‘Murder in Check’ presented by Woolton Drama Group
7.30pm at St Hilda’s Church, Hunts Cross, L25 0NG
A comedic murder mystery theatre performance by Woolton Drama Group. Tickets can be purchased online here
Friday 30 June
Art and Craft exhibition
10 am – 3pm at St Mary’s Centre and Church, Leathers Lane/Hillingden Avenue L26 0TX
An opportunity to view and display arts and crafts in a number of different categories. If you wish to display items complete a form online here. Free entry.
Signing Choir
12 – 1.30pm at St Mary’s Centre, Leathers Lane/Hillingden Avenue L26 0TX
BSL For You Signing Choir is a voluntary community group who rehearse weekly. Their aim is to bring the hearing impaired and hearing communities together through music. Free entry
Children’s Movie Night
6.30pm at St Nicholas’ Centre, 70 Church Road, Halewood, L26 6LA
Join us for a screening of ‘Lady and the Tramp’. Tickets are free but should be booked in advance by emailing alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com .
Saturday 1 July
Art and Craft exhibition
10 am – 3pm at St Mary’s Centre and Church, Leathers Lane/Hillingden Avenue L26 0TX
An opportunity to view and display arts and crafts in a number of different categories. If you wish to display items complete a form online here. Free entry.
Nature art workshop
12.30 – 2.30pm at St Mary’s Centre, Leathers Lane/Hillingden Avenue L26 0TX
Make a card using materials found in the natural world with Green Spaces Ranger Tony Leach. Children are welcome with parents/carers. Tickets are free but spaces are limited so should be booked in advance by emailing alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com .
Party Pieces
7pm at Hollies Hall, Hollies Road, Halewood, L26 0TH
An evening of music with the Bentley Operatic Society. Tickets cost £10 and include a buffet, which will be served at 7.15pm. Book your tickets by emailing alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com
Sunday 2 July
Closing Service
5.30pm at Hollies Field, Hollies Road, Halewood, L26 0TH
A short open air worship service to bring CultureFest to a close and give thanks to the local community. In the event of rain this will take place at St. Nicholas’ Church.
For further information about any of the events, please contact Alison Shacklady at alison1.shacklady@btinternet.com and find out more about the programme at https://halewoodculturefest.chessck.co.uk/
