Things to do in Wirral this Autumn

As the leaves turn orange and the air gets chilly, there’s plenty to do in Wirral this Autumn. From food festivals to pumpkin patches, make the most of the season across the borough.

Sugar and Spice Festival

The Sugar and Spice Festival in Port Sunlight will feature over 40 stalls filled with locally made food, drink and little luxuries.

Families can also take part in an Autumn Trail through the village, the perfect chance to see Port Sunlight in all her Autumn glory.

When: Saturday 1st November, 11am - 4pm
 

Sugar and Spice Festival, Port Sunlight

Day of the Dead Family Festival

Inspired by the rich traditions of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead Family Festival will transform the Floral Pavilion in New Brighton.

Immerse yourself in a joyful tribute to loved ones, with activities for all ages, from sugar skull decorations and face painting to storytelling and retail stalls.

When: Saturday 1st November, 12pm

Pick Your Own Pumpkins

Nothing says Autumn (and Halloween) like a trip to the Pumpkin Patch.

Pick Your Own Pumpkins will return to Claremont Farm from Friday 3rd October, and the patch is free to enter - you just pay for the weight of your pumpkins!

Once you’ve picked your pumpkins you can grab a non-alcoholic drink at the Spooky Bar or pop round to the on-site farm shop and cafe.

When: From Friday 3rd October

Enjoy an Autumn Walk

Wirral is the perfect place to wrap up warm and enjoy an autumnal walk. Take in the changing leaves, hunt for conkers and get your steps in.

Check out our walking guides for some of the most popular routes, or head to locations such as Birkenhead Park, Port Sunlight and Wirral Country Park for the perfect Autumn day out. 

The Autumn Tree Walk will also take place at Flaybrick Memorial Gardens on 1st November at 11am. 
 

Port Sunlight Walking Tours

Fuel Up With a Sunday Roast

Nothing beats a roast dinner in Autumn and there are plenty of places across the borough serving up a Sunday roast.

Venue options include The Fox and Hounds, The Devon Doorway, The Jug & Bottle and The Ship.

Tim Peake: The Quest to Explore Space

In December 2015 Tim Peake became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station to conduct a spacewalk (and run a marathon!) whilst orbiting Earth.

Now, join him on an epic and thrilling journey to the International Space Station as part of his first ever UK tour.

Tim will be your personal guide through life in space, with unprecedented access, breath-taking photographs and never-before-seen incredible footage at the Floral Pavilion Theatre in New Brighton.

When: Monday 13th October, 7.30pm

Ghost Hunt at Mayer Hall

Mayer Hall in Bebington is a seemingly charming venue with a long-standing reputation for unexplained phenomena and eerie encounters. For decades, it has intrigued locals with tales of ghostly activity and mysterious happenings.

Now you can head on an immersive ghost hunt at this fascinating location.

Alongside an experienced team of investigators, you can participate in structured vigils, explore the paranormal with specialized equipment and take part in group activities like seances and Ouija board sessions.

When: Saturday 1st November, 8.30pm

Indulge in a Hot Chocolate

Once the weather turns colder there’s only one way to warm up, with an indulgent hot chocolate!

Whether you like yours simple or adorned with cream, marshmallows and all the trimmings, there are plenty of places in Wirral to get a mug of the good stuff.

Venues serving up delicious hot chocolate include Lateral in West Kirby and Host in Hoylake and Oxton.