Summer Events at Port Sunlight River Park

There is lots going on at the River Park this month.

Friday 2nd August

11am – 4 pm

River Park Bug Safari

Scour the park for all the mini-beasts that live beneath your feet. Meet at the Heritage Centre.

Wednesday 7th August

10am – 12 noon

Family Mindfulness

Please contact Sam on 07967 634208 for cost and more information.

Sunday 11th August

12 – 4pm

5th Birthday Picnic

A fun day with family trail, refreshments, Tai Chi, stalls, wildlife identification, raffle and lots more. Bring a picnic. Disabled parking available if pre-booked. See poster below for list of attractions.

Thursday 15th August

11am – 4pm

MowMow Rock Painting

Create your very own MowMow rock creature that you can hide somewhere in the park. Track where you have hidden it using a special app on your phone. Drop in event at the Heritage Centre.

Thursday 22nd August

9 – 10.30pm

Bat Walk

Cost: £3 per person.

Walk length: 1.5 miles.

Booking essential.

For accompanied children, aged 8 and over.

For enquiries, booking and disabled access please contact the Ranger on 07587 550060 or email river.park@autismtogether.co.uk

Port Sunlight River Park Heritage Centre Opening

The new heritage centre at Port Sunlight River Park will be officially opened on Tuesday 2nd April at 1 p.m.

There will be a variety of family fun activities, including a nature trail, seed planting and wildlife recording.

If disabled access is required please phone Anne Litherland on 07587 550 060 or email her.

Primroses for New Ferry Butterfly Park

We have been talking to Merseyrail about arrangements for the Butterfly Park Opening Day on Sunday 5th May. Dave Kyle, their Facilities Manager, kindly invited us to collect some wild primroses from a bank at Spital Station. They are very likely Dibbinsdale stock. So Richard and Hilary went along and collected a few dozen and planted them in the newly-coppiced Brick Pit Coppice at the Butterfly park.

Some of them are now out in flower!

There were so many we passed some on to Port Sunlight River Park, where they are starting to plant woodland flowers under their young trees. Thank you, Dave!

Dave also gave us some plants for the Plant Sale at the opening day. Reminder all gardeners - time to start preparing plants for that, especially pollinator-friendly ones.

Bat Walk at River Park

Bat Walk at Port Sunlight River Park

Thursday 30th August

8.30 to 10 p.m.

£3 per person.

Book in advance.

Telephone 07587550060
or email anne.litherland@autismtogether.co.uk

Port Sunlight River Park AGM

The Annual General Meeting and Celebration is on Thursday October 12th from 7 - 8.30 p.m. All welcome.

The Old School Room at the Lyceum, Port Sunlight, CH62 4UJ.

More details by email from Alison McGovern's office

Seed Gathering Saturday

Come on an autumn walk to collect seeds and berries to grow into new plants.

This event is at Port Sunlight River Park on Saturday 21st October from 1.30 - 3.30 p.m.

Meet at Dock Road North Car Park.

For more information contact the Ranger on 07857550060 or email

Bioblitz at Port Sunlight River Park

Find and record as many plants and animals as possible in Port Sunlight River Park.

On Friday 26th May from 9pm to 10.30pm there is a Bat Walk. £3 per person and booking is essential.

Contact the Ranger on 07587550060 or email

On Saturday 27th May you can discover flowers, bugs, stalls, toddler trail and more.

8.30 a.m. Meet the Moths

9.30 -11 a.m. Bird Walk

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Stalls and activities at the site office plus wildlife ID stations open

10.30 a.m. - 12 noon Flower Walk

1.30 - 3 p.m. Family Fun Nature Walk

Build a Bird or Bat Box

Saturday 18th February

Port Sunlight River Park

1.30 - 3.30 p.m.

Build a bird or bat box from the kits provided. Suitable for accompanied children aged 8 and over.

Boxes will be put up in the River Park or can be taken home for cost price.

Places must be booked in advance.

Contact the Ranger, Anne Litherland by email or telephone 07587550060

Bird Watching at the River Park

Port Sunlight River Park is holding two bird themed events to get you ready for the RSPB's Big Garden Bird Watch.

Saturday 21st January

Bird Feeders

1.30 - 3 p.m.

Meet at Port Sunlight River Park Site office, Mersey View Car Park, to make bird food and a variety of bird feeders.
Suitable for families and children aged 3 and over.

Saturday 28th January
Bird Watching Walk
8.30 - 10 a.m.
Meet at Dock Road North car park, CH62 4LN.
Bring binoculars if you can and wear warm clothing. Sorry no dogs.

For more information contact the ranger Anne Litherland on 07587550060 or send an email

Port Sunlight River Park - October Events

Thursday 20th October

Annual General Meeting

7 - 8.30 p.m.

All welcome

Old School Room, The Lyceum, Port Sunlight, CH62 4UJ

For more information contact Alison McGovern's office by email

Saturday 29th October

Batty About Bats

1.30 - 3.30 p.m.

Family friendly bat themed craft activities and refreshments.

Meet at site office, Mersey View picnic area, CH62 4LN

For more information contact Ranger Anne Litherland by email or telephone 07587 550060.

Autumn Activities at Port Sunlight River Park

Events continue at Port Sunlight River Park this autumn with health walks and volunteer sessions taking place each week.

Health Walks

Tuesdays 10.30 - 11.30 a.m.

This friendly group meet every Tuesday for a variety of walks, some easy and flat, all led by trained leaders. The walks range from 30 minutes to one hour. The walk is free but we have a drink together afterwards for which donations are welcome. Please arrive at the Dock Road North car park about 10 minutes early on your first walk to register.

Health Walks

Wednesdays 5.30 - 6.30 p.m.

This friendly group meet on summer evenings every week from April to October for a variety of walks, some easy and flat, all led by trained leaders. The walks range from 30 minutes to one hour. The walk is free. Please arrive at the Dock Road North car park about 10 minutes early on your first walk to register.

Volunteer Sessions

Wednesday and Saturday

10 a.m. - 12 noon and 1 - 3 p.m.

To find out more about these sessions contact the Ranger, Anne Litherland, by phone on 07587 550060 or email

Heritage Walks and Fun Run at River Park

Saturday 3rd September 2016

Port Sunlight River Park Family Fun Run

A family friendly 1 mile run.

The run starts at Mersey View Picnic Area at 10.30 a.m. Suitable for runners under 16 and families with toddlers and buggies who wish to jog or walk the 1 mile course. Sorry no scooters, please.

Places must be registered in advance. Register online:

https://form.jotformeu.com/62203782118350

or at Bromborough Pool Garden Centre

£2 per person.

For more details contact the Ranger by phone 07857 550060 or by email

Saturday 3rd September 2016
'Refuse To Recreation' Heritage Walk
1.30 - 3 p.m.

This guided walk led by both Biffa and Autism Together staff, includes the recent and past history of the site, the links with Unilever, Mersey Training ships, Biffa, Prices Candles Works, the Land Trust and the present day management.

Meet at the Dock Road North car park at 1.30 p.m. Booking not needed.


Saturday 10th September 2016

Open Day

10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 noon and 1 p.m.

Guided walk at 2 p.m.

Please contact the ranger, Anne, for further information about either of these events, by phone on 07857 550060 or by email

For details about other Wirral Heritage Open Days see the Visit Wirral website.

Summer Picnic at the River Park

Friday 12th August
Summer Picnic
Port Sunlight River Park
10.30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Free craft activities
Refreshments provided by the Friends of Port Sunlight River Park, or bring your own picnic.
Treasure Trail
Raffle

Summer Sundays at Port Sunlight River Park

Summer Sundays and School Holiday Events

Sundays 31st July, 7th August, 21st August and 28th August
1 - 4 p.m.

Family Friendly activities and refreshments.

Meet at the site office, Mersey View Picnic Area, CH62 4LN.

For a full list of events at the River Park, see their Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/psriverpark/events

Port Sunlight River Park Events in May

Weekly Events

Tuesdays
10.30 - 11.30 a.m.
Health walk - every week throughout the year.

Wednesdays
5.30 - 6.30 p.m.
Health walk - every week from April to October.


The Wirral Walking Festival takes place in May. The following events will be held at the River Park:

Thursday 5th May
Bats of Port Sunlight River Park
8.45 - 10.30 p.m.
Places must be booked in advance - telephone Ann Litherland 07587 550060
Cost £3.
Accompanied children aged 8 and over are welcome.

Saturday 14th May
Bromborough Pool - the first Garden Village
2.00 - 3.30 p.m.
This circular guided walk will start at Bromborough Pool Garden centre.

Friday 27th May
From Refuse to Recreation
10.30 a.m. -12 noon
Find out how this new park has been reclaimed from a former landfill site and future plans on this walk.
A joint walk with Biffa staff.

Tuesday 31st May
Family Fun Nature Walk
1.30 - 3 p.m.
Bees, birds butterflies, bugs...
A gentle walk suitable for families with children ages 3 and over.

River Park Events in March

Step Into Spring - This Month's Events at Port Sunlight River Park

Saturday 5th March

What's Under Your Feet? - Bug Hunt

1.30 - 3 p.m.

We want to find out what the birds are eating at the River Park. Come and helps us find out which bugs are living under the ground. Suitable for accompanied children aged 4 and over. Meet at the site office at Mersey View Picnic area.

Saturday 12th March

Dogs Welcome

To welcome responsible dog owners and explain the site guidelines, we will meet and greet all dog walkers at each entrance with goodie bags. There will be a dog walk at 11 a.m. meeting at Dock Road North car park. The Friends of Port Sunlight River Park will also serve refreshments at the site office at Mersey View picnic area.

Monday 28th March

Easter Trail, Egg Hunt, Crafts and Refreshments

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Half Term at the River Park

Port Sunlight River Park are holding two family events over February half term:

Build A Bird Box

Tuesday 16th February

1 - 3 p.m.

At the site office, Mersey View Car Park.

Boxes may be available to take away for a small charge.

The event will be suitable for families with children over 6 years old.

Booking essential.

Contact Anne Litherland, Ranger by email or telephone on 07587 550060.

Help Your Child Learn To Cycle

Saturday 20th February

2 - 3.30 p.m.

Bok your free place with Janet at Sustrans by telephoning 0750 055 9669.

Bird Feeding and Watching at the River Park

Next weekend, why not visit Port Sunlight River Park to make bird feeders or join a Bird Watching Walk to help you take part in the RSPB's Big Garden Bird Watch this month.

Saturday 23rd January

1 - 2.30 p.m.

Bird Feeders

Meet at the Port Sunlight River Park site office at Mersey View car park.

Make bird food and a variety of bird feeders.

Suitable for families and children aged 3 and over.

Sunday 24th January

9.30 - 11 a.m.

Bird Watching Walk

Meet at Dock Road North car park.

Bring binoculars and wear warm clothing.

Sorry no dogs.

For more information about either of these events contact Anne Litherland, ranger, by email or telephone 07587 550060.

A New Year at the River Park

If you would like to be more active in 2016, Port Sunlight River Park hold weekly activities to help you.

Tuesday Health Walk

10.30 - 11.30 a.m.

Meet at Dock Road North car park for a short walk with trained leaders. There are a variety of routes to suit beginners and those wanting a longer walk of up to an hour. After which we will have a hot drink in the site office. The walk is free but a donation is welcome for the drink. Please come 10 minutes early for your first walk to register or register online at www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

Wednesday and Saturday Volunteer Sessions

10 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 - 3 p.m.

Contact Anne Litherland by email or telephone on 07587 550060.

Friday Cycle with Sustrans

2.30 p.m.

Contact Janet by email or telephone on 07500 559669.

Christmas Crafts and Carols

Port Sunlight River Park
Saturday 5th December
12 - 3 p.m.

Christmas craft activities for all ages, festive dog walk and carol singing.
Refreshments available.