The only coastal resort in Cheshire

Spring high tides in Parkgate this weekend (Friday 31st January - Sunday 2nd February 2014)

The spring high tides will be here this weekend which are always an impressive sight when the water comes right up to the Parade wall. Following the recent storms that we saw in December then many locals saw the tides wash in over the wall with some force, this weekend however they should be of a calmer nature (hopefully!). However it can sometimes mean that there are road cloures depending on the height of the tide so just be aware of this if you are heading to parkgate this weekend to come and see the tides.

High tide details:
11.13am on Friday 31st January – 10.0m
12.00pm on Saturday 1st February – 10.2m
12.45pm on Sunday 2nd February – 10.2m
1.29pm on Monday 3rd February – 10.0m

RSPB - Encourage that this will be "a wildlife spectacle to remember at Parkgate"....In a bid to encourage people to experience the wildlife spectacle for themselves, free events will be held by the team from RSPB Dee Estuary nature reserves from Friday 31 January to Monday 3 February – with telescopes and binoculars available for public use. The events can be found at:
http://www.rspb.org.uk/datewithnature/327690-wild-wirral-

Further information on the wildlife that can be spotted down at Parkgate this weekend can be found on the Dee Estuary website:

http://www.deeestuary.co.uk/news.htm

Mostyn House School to be turned into residential homes - Mostyn House School has been an icon on the main street of Parkgate for over 150 years. After it closed in 2010 the buildings fell into disrepair, with the roof structure on one of building becoming so dangerous it needed propping, closing half of the main road. The PJ Livesey Group exchanged contracts late in 2012, and have recently submitted a planning application for the conversion of the school buildings into 48 converted units, supported by an enabling development of 44 new build units. They hope to start work in Summer 2013.
Visit: http://www.pjlivesey-group.co.uk/mostyn-house/ for more information.

Mozkitos is a new coffee house in Parkgate situated just off the square on Coastguard Lane. We are a small welcoming coffee house with a log burner for those cold winter days. All cyclists, walkers alike are welcome including well behaved dogs!!!!
We are open 7 days a week, from 8am. We close at 5.30 Mon – Sat and 4pm on a Sun. We serve a variety of coffees [ including liqueur coffees], teas, smoothies, frappes, and soft drinks. We serve all day breakfasts, Panini, toasties and sandwiches, homemade soups, and a selection of cakes and light bites. There is also a Midgi menu available for the younger customers! There is free wifi available. We are soon to be adapting our menus for the autumn.

Angellina Gems will soon be opening the first floor for local artists, ceramics, and carved crystals plus local artisan items. In about a month it will also include small pieces of shabby chic furniture etc. Pop along and take a peek.....

Parkgate marsh goes up in flames...
A fire that broke out on marshland in Cheshire has destroyed the the habitat of many nesting birds and local wildlife, the RSPB has said.

The blaze began near The Anchorage in Parkgate, near Neston, on Sunday afternoon and spread across a large area towards The Parade.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service said crews used beaters and hosereel jets to put the fire out by about 17:50 BST.

Police said the fire was believed to have been started deliberately. Read more...

A new Parkgate based design and print company - 'WOW Applications'
Wow Applications - a Parkgate sign company. Please see our web-site for:
Vehicle Graphics, Banners, A-Boards, Shop Window Frosting Film, Plastic Business Cards and more...
On: www.wowapplications.co.uk or www.wowplasticcards.co.uk

'Angellina Gems' coming soon......
Two local Neston residents, Shaina and Roger are just preparing their new shop, 'Angellina Gems' to open on 21st February on The Parade, Parkgate next to the shrimp shop.

Angellina Gems will be selling sterling silver and gemstone jewellery, gemstone beaded jewellery, crystals, geodes, and healing stones, holistic items, angels, spiritual books & cards, card readings and some holistic therapies to include Reiki and crystal healing.
Please pop along once they are open to show them some local support!
Website coming soon.....

Happy New Year! From all of the team at Visit Parkgate, we would like to wish you a very happy 2013.

Make sure that you pop down to Parkgate over the coming months to enjoy a walk or two and to sample some of the great eateries that we have. We know its winter but it's never a bad time for a Nicholl's ice cream!!

Before you know it we will be welcoming in Spring!

Point of Ayr Hide Opens
Saturday 3 November
10am start for guided walk
Price: Free

Join us for the official opening of the new hide at Point of Ayr, Talacre and take part in a free guided walk.

The Point of Ayr affords great views over the Dee Estuary and beyond. Whilst the addition of the new hide gives up-close views of thousands of birds as they are pushed in by the rising tide.

Refreshments will be available.

Directions
Point of Ayr, Talacre. Meet in the Smugglers Inn car park off Station Road

Where is it?
• Postcode: CH8 9RD
• County: Flintshire
Contact us
• Telephone: 01513 538478
• E-mail: deeestuary@rspb.org.uk

Burton Nightmare Wetlands Spooktacular
Sunday 28 October: 10am - 4pm

Price: All activities free, normal admission charges apply. Come down to Burton Mere Wetlands for a Scary Sunday.

Family activities will be running throughout the day including:
Creepy Craft Activities
Mini-Monster Hunts
Petrifying Potion Making
Scary Savenger Challenge
Fangtastic Facepainting
Revolting Raptor pellet dissection
The reserve is alive with spooky wildlife too with owls, bats and creepy crawlies about dare you visit??? Creepy cakes and dreadful drinks available all day.
Directions - Burton Mere Wetlands, off Puddington Lane, Burton, Cheshire, CH64 5SF
Telephone: 0151 353 8478
E-mail: deeestuary@rspb.org.uk

1.Happy Birthday Burton Mere Wetlands
Saturday 22 September and Sunday 23 September
10am - 4pm
Price: Free
Help us celebrate Burton Mere Wetlands' 1st Birthday weekend as there will be lots going on including family activities, guided walks, prize raffle and of course there will be delicious homemade cake!
And best of all in the spirit of celebration its free entry for everyone.
More details to follow - keep an eye on our blog at www.rspb.org.uk/burtonmerewetlands

Directions
RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, off Puddington Lane, Burton, Cheshire

2. Birthday Family Activities @ Burton Mere Wetlands
Saturday 22 September and Sunday 23 September
10am - 4pm
Price: Free
In celebration of Burton Mere Wetlands 1st Birthday our volunteer education team will be hosting regular pond dipping and bug hunting sessions.
And best of all in the spirit of celebration its free entry for everyone.
Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.
Pond dipping @ 10am, 12pm, 3pm
Bug Hunts @ 11am, 2pm, 4pm
Craft Activities @ 10am - 4pm

3. The Big Sea Watch on Hilbre Island
Saturday 29 September
Details upon booking via Wirral Country Park
Price: £1.50
Booking essential
Join the Wirral Council Rangers, staff from the RSPB, Hilbre Bird Observatory and the Sea Watch Foundation for a day on Hilbre looking for seabirds, waders and cetaceans and anything else that inhabits our wonderful Wirral coast.
We will be staying on Hilbre during high tide, giving us the best chance to see them with experts on hand!
There is a small charge of £1.50 for this event which includes tea/coffee.

4. Skydancers @ Parkgate
Saturday 6 October to Sunday 3 March
12 noon until dusk
Price: Free
Skydancer is an exciting new four-year project aimed at raising awareness and promoting the conservation of hen harriers in the north of England.
The Dee Estuary is a vital wintering ground for these amazing birds and is the best place to see them from October through to March
Most people have never seen a hen harrier, but once seen it is rarely forgotten. This bird is a beautiful, agile hunter, and its aerobatic sky dances are among the most awesome spectacles in nature.
Unfortunately, with only a handful of pairs still breeding successfully in England, the hen harrier is currently a species on the brink.
Come along to Parkgate to find out more about the hen harrier story and what you can do to help save hen harriers before it's too late!
Look for the RSPB Love Nature marquee along the main promenade at Parkgate where friendly staff and volunteers will be with telescopes and binoculars plus family activities, free information and more.
http://www.rspb.org.uk/skydancer/

Directions
The "Donkey Stand" opposite Nicholls Ice-cream shop on The Parade (B5135), Parkgate, Cheshire

Following on from the success of last year’s Classic Car Show the North Cheshire Classic Car Club is embarking on the 3rd Annual Show. Like last year, it is to be held at Foxes Riding School (Badgers Rake Lane, Ledsham) on 12th August 2012.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR 3RD YEAR
- Cars & Club Stands, Motorbikes, Scooters & Club Stands, Heavy Goods,
- Buses, Tractors, Military Vehicles, plus more
- Vintage Wedding Car Stand
- Auto-Jumble * Trade Stands * Side-Stalls * Hot Food * Ice Cream * Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks
****Raffle for Local Charities****

Sample Menu

BAR REFURB AT THE SHIP - Have you seen inside the Ship lately? It has had a whole new facelift. There new homemade menu is simply delicious. Next time you are in Parkgate you must pop in and give it a try. Take a peak at their menu....

The Parkgate Pony Sanctuary are having an Open Day on 28th/29th August 2011:

Another Great show featuring 'THE FABULOUS HORSES THROUGH THE AGES.' - Take a journey with us from as far back as the caveman to present day equestrian styles.

SQUIRLIN & SMURLIN THE WORLDS WORST MAGICIANS doing their amazing krazi pony magic.

*Dog Show
*Pony Games
*Pony Rides
*Dressage to Music
*Horse & Pony Demonstrations
*Wild West Riding Demonstration
*Body Zorb
*Lots of stalls to browse and refreshments available

Fabulous day out for all the family."

For details please see http://www.parkgateponies.co.uk

So great to hear so many positive things about the new site. It seems that everyone agrees that there really has been a need for something like this to show the world what Parkgate has to offer! Well now we can!

If you have anything that you would like to shout about or announce then just drop us an email at visitparkgate@hotmail.co.uk.

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