Exterior images of the first new Mersey Ferry in more than 60 years have been revealed – showing a striking blend of modern ship design with traditional Mersey Ferry colours.
A targeted grant programme – the Argyle Quarter Commercial Property Improvement Grant Scheme – has awarded 10 Birkenhead businesses funding toward shop front improvements.
Major new planning guidelines outlining the vision for future development at Woodside Waterfront and Wallasey Town Hall Quarter have been approved by the council.
New paving and street furniture earmarked for installation in the new year on Grange Road is set to include a number of visual celebrations of notable Birkenhead ‘firsts’, including where the first ever Scout troop was formed
Wirral’s year as the Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture draws to a close with nine local community organisations set to receive funding to create a lasting legacy to the programme.
It was a spectacular sight on the River Mersey last week as Woodside Ferry Terminal’s landing stage and linkspan bridge were removed after almost 40 years of service.
Although parts of the town centre are currently affected by active construction works and there are some delays to traffic flow, particularly at peak times – Birkenhead town centre remains very much open for business, shopping and leisure.
Calling all young entrepreneurs! Are you aged 16-29 with a business idea you want to grow or launch? Wirral Youth Market is back on Saturday 7 December in Birkenhead, and we need YOU
Young entrepreneurs looking to launch or build their business in the run up to Christmas are encouraged to sign up to Wirral’s next Youth Market at Birkenhead Market’s Event Space on Saturday 7th December.
