Make Hamilton

Make CIC’s newest space, Make Hamilton , is a destination for arts, culture and creative entrepreneurs set in the heart of Birkenhead. The creative studios and open-plan spaces are occupied by an eclectic mix of artists, makers, community businesses, and more.

Make Hamilton Open Days

Interested in a studio space or just curios about what Make do and how to get involved? Come along for a tour of Make Hamilton

Have a look at our range of studio and work spaces, hear about our future plans, check out our hireable spaces find out about our upcoming programme, and meet our residents.

Whether you are a creative or small business looking for a space to work, need a space to put an event or class on, or whether you are just nosey – please register, come along and join us!

Dogs and children are welcome!

The tour around Make Hamilton takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Please arrive by 6pm for the tour to start at 6.10pm.

About your Guide

Your guide on the open days will be Alison Ashton, Makes Community Manager.

Alison is also the creator of Make Mosaic and runs beginners classes in mosaics and other craft techniques across the North West. She has a love of using reclaimed and broken china (as well as other found / unloved objects) to make bespoke pieces. As well as experience in working on educational projects across the UK.

What time does the tour start?

The tour around Make Hamilton takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Please arrive by 6pm for the tour to start at 6.10pm. If you need to get in touch on the day, please call the office on 01516018665

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There is pay for parking in all surrounding areas – avoid parking directly on the square as this is more expensive due to being short stay. The closest free and unlimited parking is on Russel Street and Brooke Street East which is approximately five minutes walk away. You can find out more information here

Parking becomes free and unlimited after 6:30pm.

Downloading the Just Park app on your mobile device will allow for more efficient and cheaper parking payments.

By Bike: There is some bike storage at the venue.

By Train: The nearest train station to the venue is Hamilton Square Station. The station is 4 – 7 minutes walk from the venue and one stop from Liverpool James Street Station (all Wirral Lines).

You can view directions via google maps here.

By Bus: Buses 1, 437, X1 and 41 stop nearby

We are a short 6 minutes from the Woodside Ferry terminal and approximately 5 minutes from Birkenhead central bus depo.

How accessible is the venue?

Make Hamilton is wheelchair accessible

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Feel free to get in touch with the Make CIC office at 0151 601 8665 or email hello@makecic.org

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, it isn’t necessary to print your ticket..

What is the cancellation policy?

Given that this event is free to attend we do ask that those who sign up, but who cannot make it, let us know ASAP so we can reallocate your space.