Birkenhead Market Traders Mixed on Move to TJ Hughes Site
Birkenhead Market traders are divided over the relocation to the former TJ Hughes in Pyramids Shopping Centre. Some welcome the change, but others claim they have been excluded.
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Birkenhead Market Plans Show TJ Hughes Transformation
Plans for the new Birkenhead Market at the former TJ Hughes store in Pyramids Shopping Centre have been submitted, with work set to begin and traders moving before year-end.
New Birkenhead Market Construction Finally Underway
Construction of the new Birkenhead Market at the former TJ Hughes in Pyramids shopping centre is set to begin, with a £610,843 contract awarded to Krol Corlett Ltd.
Construction Starts on Wirral Waters Homes Phase Two
Construction has started on the second phase of Redbridge Quay at Wirral Waters, delivering 90 new waterside homes in Birkenhead, with completion expected by Winter 2027.
Balaena Birkenhead Welcomes £15bn Defence Investment Plan
Balaena Birkenhead, formerly Cammell Laird, says the government's £15bn Defence Investment Plan offers growth opportunities, with existing MoD contracts unaffected.
Birkenhead Park Set for £2m Makeover
Wirral Council has allocated £2 million to restore Birkenhead Park, the inspiration for Central Park, aiming to boost tourism and local economy.
£18m Waterfront Transformation Plan Approved
Peel Waters secures planning permission for the final phase of MEA Park West, a £18m waterside transformation in Birkenhead, creating 171,400 sq/ft of employment space, over 200 jobs, and attracting significant investment.
Wirral Line Disruption: Track Fault and Power Issues
Merseyrail's Wirral line faces major disruption due to a track fault at Conway Park and power supply issues. Services on Ellesmere Port, West Kirby, New Brighton, and Chester lines are delayed or cancelled until 7pm.
Dad Revives Wirral's Oldest Takeaway Shop
Chef Joe Roscelli has reopened Off The Square in Birkenhead after 15 years in the industry, transforming the legacy takeaway into an American-inspired comfort food spot.
Rock Ferry Mum Runs Red Light, Sets Police Car on Fire
CCTV shows Stacie Wright running a red light in Birkenhead, crashing into a police car that burst into flames. The officer was injured and traumatised.
Mother Crashes Into Police Car, Bursts Into Flames
CCTV shows Stacie Wright, 35, running a red light and crashing into a police car in Birkenhead, causing it to burst into flames. She was given a suspended sentence.
Woman Pulls Teenager by Hair in Birkenhead Attack
Ellie Mason, 20, was sentenced to an 18-month community order for assaulting an underage teenager outside The Beach nightclub in Birkenhead, pulling her hair out and kicking her.
Teen Stab Victim Tells Rescuer 'I Love You, Bro'
A 19-year-old stabbed in Birkenhead Park told his rescuer 'I love you, bro' after being carried to safety. A 15-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of section 18 wounding.
Boy, 15, Arrested After Teen Stabbed in Birkenhead Park
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after a 19-year-old was slashed and stabbed in Birkenhead Park. The victim remains in hospital in a stable condition.
Teen Slashed and Stabbed in Birkenhead Park Attack
A 19-year-old man suffered slash and stab wounds in a serious assault in Birkenhead Park early Sunday. Police have cordoned off the cricket pitches and are appealing for witnesses.
Birkenhead Park Cordoned Off After Serious Incident
A large section of Birkenhead Park has been cordoned off by police following a 'serious' incident near the cricket club on Saturday night. Gates locked by Wirral Council.
OnlyFans model threatened to chop up builder with machete
Cody Davies, 32, pleaded guilty to racially aggravated harassment after threatening builder Kevin Phillips with a machete and calling him a racial slur over a disputed flooring invoice.
Largest Ever Exhibition of McComb Coming to Birkenhead
The Williamson Art Gallery in Birkenhead will host the largest ever exhibition of Leonard McComb's work, featuring 60 pieces including the massive 'Rock and Sea Anglesey'.
Time Out Backs Birkenhead for £3m Culture Award
Time Out has backed Birkenhead, the only North West finalist, to win the UK's first Town of Culture title and a £3 million grant for a year-long cultural programme in 2028.
Birkenhead Shortlisted for UK's First Town of Culture
Birkenhead is one of four finalists for the large towns category of the UK's first Town of Culture award, with a £3 million grant at stake.
We Are Wirral Festival 2026: Full Lineup and Details
We Are Wirral Festival returns to Birkenhead Park on July 18-19 with headliners The Coral and Tinie Tempah, plus family entertainment, circus, and fairground. All live music included.
Birkenhead Designer Fights for Scouse Prinny Style Acceptance
Melissa-Kate, 28, from Birkenhead, disrupts high fashion with Scouse prinny style—bold, hyper-feminine designs she says are dismissed by the elite. After London Fashion Week and working with Jimmy Choo, she continues to fight for working-class fashion acc
Birkenhead Shortlisted for £3m UK Town of Culture Award
Birkenhead has been shortlisted for the inaugural UK Town of Culture award, beating over 400 applicants. The winner receives a £3m grant for a 2028 cultural programme.
Birkenhead Ghost Town Sees Green Shoots Amid Regeneration
Five years after ambitious regeneration plans were unveiled, Birkenhead locals remain divided: some call it a 'ghost town,' while others see 'green shoots of change' from investments like Wirral Waters.
Birkenhead Park: £2m Upgrade to Boost Wirral's Victorian Gem
Wirral Council plans £2m improvements for Birkenhead Park, the inspiration for Central Park, aiming to boost its reputation as a visitor attraction and draw tourists from Liverpool.
Birkenhead Five Years On: Mixed Views on £26M Plans
Five years after Wirral Council's Birkenhead 2040 plan, locals share mixed views: some see a ghost town, others green shoots. Key projects include a £26M waterfront redevelopment and 1,500 new homes.
Hoarding Support Group: Empathy Over Eviction Cuts Fire Risks
A UK housing association's peer support group for hoarders offers a empathetic alternative to eviction, as fire services report a 78% rise in hoarding-related fires since 2020.
Man died after stomach issues misdiagnosed as IBS
A Merseyside man, Andy Holland, died of bowel cancer after his stomach issues were initially thought to be IBS. His wife Cath shares her grief and the importance of end-of-life care.
Widow: Grief Felt Like Physical Assault After Husband's Cancer Death
Cath Holland describes grief as a 'physical assault' after her husband Andy died from bowel cancer at 53. She shares her story of loss, memory loss, and finding support through charities.
Tranmere Rovers vs Shrewsbury: Clarke's debut
Tranmere Rovers will host Shrewsbury Town on August 15, 2026, in Darrell Clarke's first league match as manager, as the full EFL League Two fixtures for 2026-27 are released.
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