Start-Yard

24/10/2025

16/10/2025

✨💙 What an unforgettable night at Wordsmithery last night! 💙✨

Last night was truly something special as our wonderful curator and host Alison Schultz took to the stage to celebrate the launch of her stunning new poetry collection, The Hushed Passing of the Blue Hour. 📚

Alison captivated us all with her beautiful readings, weaving words that shimmered with emotion and imagery - made even more magical by John Chatterton’s gentle guitar accompaniment. 🎶

The room was filled with warmth, creativity, and community - a perfect reflection of what Wordsmithery is all about.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a memorable evening. 🧡

08/10/2025

23/09/2025

Erica Harwood takes the stage with a full band to launch her brand-new album 'Woman's Work', with support from Laura Carr and Helen Delamere.

19/09/2025

19/09/2025

Well we’ve finally reached the last SUNDAY SESSION for 2025 and WHAT a fabulous summer season of free live music we’ve had this year at Birkenhead Priory!

The line up of bands and musicians has been truly extraordinary and we’re so incredibly grateful to you all for making our Sunday Sessions this year the best ever.

SO this Sunday 21st September from 2.00pm to 4.00pm will be your last opportunity to experience a Sunday Session inside our beautiful, 800 year old monk’s Refectory.

We’re privileged to have HELEN DELAMERE as the finale to this year’s highly successful season of live music at Birkenhead Priory.

Helen Delamere is an excellent singer songwriter and she’ll be performing original music plus songs that we all know and love. (Guitar and vocals). Expect a relaxing afternoon of beautiful free live music in a stunning medieval setting. What better way to spend a few hours this Sunday?

Helen performs regularly at local venues and festivals in the UK and recently returned from playing in Europe, New Zealand and Bali. Her musical influences include Simon & Garfunkel, Joni Mitchell, and Tom Petty.

REFRESHMENTS will be served from 1.00pm for CASH only.

NB The monk’s Refectory is on the first floor without lift access.

See you on Sunday.

11/09/2025

The Jobs Fair is back at Birkenhead Market! 🎄

After the brilliant success of our last event on Friday 19th September, we’re returning with another fantastic day of opportunities.

👔 30 to 40 employers will be joining us from big names to local businesses offering a wide range of roles.

✨ This time, there will be a strong focus on Christmas and seasonal appointments, perfect if you’re looking to earn extra income over the festive period.

💼 Plus, there’ll be plenty of longer-term opportunities and valuable conversations about careers, training, and support.

🤝 Delivered in partnership with the amazing team at DWP.

📍 Birkenhead Market
🗓️ Friday 19 September, starts from 11am

👉 Whether you’re job hunting, exploring seasonal work, or just curious about what’s out there make sure you get involved!

📸 Photo below from our last Jobs Fair 👇

11/09/2025

09/09/2025

✨ September's Wordsmithery ✨

We’re thrilled to announce that Septembers guests are Jenny Robb + Sam Leyland! 🔥🎶

🎤 Open Mic
In true Wordsmithery style, we’re inviting local poets, storytellers, and performers to step up and share their work. Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, come and shine.

✨ Expect an evening where art, music, and poetry come together in a warm, welcoming space. Connect with fellow creatives, share ideas, and celebrate the power of words.

🗓 Date: Wednesday 17th September
📍 Venue: Start Yard
⏰ Doors: 7PM

Come for the artists, stay for the community — and maybe take the mic yourself! We can’t wait to see you there. 🫶

https://www.471routescic.co.uk/events/wordsmithery-september-2025/