Make North Docks Open Day
2026-02-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-25 11:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Make North Docks, 37 Regent Street, Liverpool, L3 7BN
Interested in a studio space or want to know what Make do and how to get involved? Come along for a tour of Make North Docks

Make North Docks
Located on Regent Street, Make North Docks offers both co-working, private studios and makerspaces in Liverpool. Residents can enjoy a view across the River Mersey, an open-access workshop equipped with tools and the delicious Caffe Riccardo. Make North Docks is open 24 hours for all of our residents.

Make North Docks 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 North Docks.
Have a look at our range of studio and work spaces, hear about our future plans, check out our wood workshop, find out about our upcoming programme, and grab a coffee at Caffe Riccardos.
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 North Docks takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Please arrive by 11am for the tour to start at 11.10am.

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 North Docks takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Please arrive by 11am for the tour to start at 11.10am. There is a cafe on site where you can grab a coffee. 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?
On street parking is free but limited to 2 hours. Please let us know if you are a blue badge holder and we can reserve you a space in our small visitor car park. Public transport links are nearby, and the venue is easily accessible on foot from Liverpool City Centre (see our website for more information, we’re located at Make North Docks).
How accessible is the venue?
The workshop is located on the ground floor which provides full accessibility to the premises including toilet provisions. However, some parts of the tour may include stairs. We would advise wheelchair users to contact Make on the sale of the ticket to arrange a parking bay.
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

Winter Workshop: Motivational Poster Printing
2026-03-16 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop by designing and printing your own motivational poster with illustrator Cath Garvey!

Join our Winter Wellness Workshops in Huyton Village to explore creativity, learn new skills and a delicious lunch is included!
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and connect with others.
About the Workshop:
Make Your Own Motivational Poster
Cath Garvey is an illustrator and animator who will be guiding you through the workshop to make a motivational poster for the year ahead! You will learn how to block print using lego – get creative and let your imagination run wild.
Session run time is 2 hours, followed by 1 hour for lunch which is provided.
All materials will be provided.
About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!
About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Winter Workshop: Expressive Painting
2026-03-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and make your own expressive, winter-inspired artwork with artist Sarah Armstrong!

Join our Winter Wellness Workshops in Huyton Village to explore creativity, learn new skills and a delicious lunch is included!
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and connect with others.
About the Workshop:
Winter Light – A Mindfully Expressive Painting Workshop
Sarah Armstrong is an artist who uses creativity to transform lives and bring people together. Sarah will guide you through her painting session to help you unleash your creativity and express yourself!
Slow down and reconnect with your creativity in this calming, two-hour mixed media workshop exploring light in the darker seasons. Using layered paint, texture and expressive mark-making, you’ll create your own winter-inspired artwork — focusing on mood, atmosphere and gentle contrasts rather than perfection. This session is open to all abilities and is designed to feel relaxed, welcoming and accessible, whether you’re a complete beginner or returning to creativity.
Session run time is 2 hours, followed by 1 hour for lunch which is provided.
All materials will be provided.
About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!
About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Good to know

Highlights

3 hours
16+
In-person

Doors at 10:45 am

Location

Make on the Corner

Winter Workshop: 3D Watercolour Painted House
2026-03-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop to make and build a 3D watercolour house with artists Olivia McIntosh & Katy Lancaster!

Join our Winter Wellness Workshops in Huyton Village to explore creativity, learn new skills and a delicious lunch is included!
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and connect with others.
About the Workshop:
Make and Build Your Own 3D Minature Watercolour Painted House
Artists Olivia McIntosh and Katy Lancaster are teaming up to guide you step-by-step to teach you how to make your own 3D paper house which will be painted with watercolours and lit up with an LED tealight.
Session run time is 2 hours, followed by 1 hour for lunch which is provided.
All materials will be provided.
About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!
About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Good to know

Highlights

3 hours
16+
In-person

Make Hamilton Open Day
2026-03-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Make Hamilton, 69-71 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6LQ, United Kingdom
Interested in a studio space or want to know what Make do and how to get involved? Come along for a tour of Make Hamilton 2.

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 4pm for the tour to start at 4.10pm.
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 4pm for the tour to start at 4.10pm. 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.

Winter Workshop: Make Your Own Vision Board
2026-03-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
the Winter Workshops – March 2026 collection
Make on the CornerHuyton, England
Thursday, Mar 19, 2026 from 11 am to 2 pm

Overview

Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and get inspired by making your own vision board with artistic duo Pyromancy Productions!

Join our Winter Wellness Workshops in Huyton Village to explore creativity, learn new skills and a delicious lunch is included!
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and connect with others.
About the Workshop:
Make Your Own Vision Board
Pyromancy Productions are a performing and creative arts duo who make visual, performance and immersive work!
The artistic duo will deliver a guided Vision Board workshop designed to help people reconnect with themselves, their goals and what they want their next chapter to look like.
This is a gentle, welcoming space to pause, reflect and spark ideas for the future. We know winter can be heavy for many people, so this session is about creating warmth, intention and a sense of possibility — at your own pace, in your own way.
There is no pressure to be artistic or “get it right”, this is about expression, exploration and giving yourself permission to focus on you. The duo will be there to guide, support and hold a safe, inclusive space throughout.
Session run time is 2 hours, followed by 1 hour for lunch which is provided.
All materials will be provided.
About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!
About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

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Highlights

3 hours
16+
In-person

Doors at 10:45 am

Location

Make on the Corner

22 Derby Road
Huyton L36 9UJ

How would you like to get there?

Driving
public transport
Cycling
Walking

Winter Workshop: Yin Yoga Class
2026-03-20 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
Brighten up your March with this relaxing, guided Yin Yoga class with Lisa Woods!

Join our Winter Wellness Workshops in Huyton Village to explore creativity, learn new skills and a delicious lunch is included!
Brighten up your March with this relaxing, guided Yin Yoga class to connect with yourself and others in the session.
About the Workshop:
Yin Yoga Class
Lisa Woods is a yoga teacher and holistic therapist dedicated to supporting wellbeing who uses a calm and inclusive space to blend traditional yoga principles with a compassionate, therapeutic approach. Lisa creates a welcoming space where students can slow down, listen inwardly, and nurture both body and mind.
This two-hour Yin Yoga class offers a slow, floor-based practice designed to gently release tension and restore balance in both body and mind. Through longer-held, passive postures, you’ll be guided to soften into stillness, encouraging mobility in the joints and deep relaxation in the muscles. The session concludes with a soothing guided relaxation, allowing space to fully unwind and absorb the benefits of the practice. Suitable for all levels, this workshop invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect.
Please bring a mat if you have one (there will be a few spare on the day), a blanket, water & cushion/pillow to get comfy and warm. Don’t forget warm socks to keep toes toastie!
Session run time is 2 hours, followed by 1 hour for lunch which is provided.
About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!
About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Good to know

Highlights

3 hours
16+
In-person

Doors at 10:45 am

Location

Make on the Corner

22 Derby Road
Huyton L36 9UJ

How would you like to get there?

Driving
public transport
Cycling
Walking

Art After Dark 2026
2026-03-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Make Hamilton, 69-71 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6LQ, United Kingdom
Art After Dark 2026: Bigger, Bolder, Brighter!
Join us for a spectacular evening celebrating the beating artistic heart of Birkenhead!
Following the huge success of last year’s inaugural event, Art After Dark is returning, and this year, it’s even bigger! We’re teaming up with more venues than ever before to bring you an expanded night of incredible art, creativity, and community across the town.
Mark your calendars: 🗓️ Friday 20th March 🕖 Evening Event 📍 Across Birkenhead

✨ What to Expect This Year
Get ready to explore the town’s thriving creative scene with a packed programme that includes exhibitions, talks, and hands-on workshops.

Confirmed partners: Birch Studios / Hamilton Vault Studios / Future Yard / Wish Upon A Party / Green Jam Creatives / Landlines Studio / Make Hamilton / Make it Happen / Rathbone Studio / Start Yard / Williamson Art Gallery / Wirral Archives / Hamilton Square Auctioneers / Men Too / Focal Point / The Hive / Play Play Play / Birkenhead Park Gallery / Birkenhack

🏢 The Venues

Start-Yard – 108 Chirch Street.
A creative coworking space and business incubator in Birkenhead that supports startups and freelancers.
Exhibition by Wirral-based photographer and artist Alan McAleavey. 📸
Play Play Play – 106 Bridge Street.
Organised by graphic designer and educator Mark Simmonds (@kimmdrossman), the studio will be opening its doors and printing late into the night.
🖨️Live Printing: Drop in any time to see the risograph process in action and learn about their workshop programmes and facilities.
👥Get Involved: Visitors will have the chance to create their very own riso print to take home.
🛍️Studio Shop: Special edition prints and items will be available for sale throughout the evening.
Make Hamilton – 69-71 Argyle Street
MAKE HAMILTON RESIDENT SHOWCASE – An exhibition of Make Hamiltons reisndents work!
Studio Tours: See the space in action, 5pm, 7pm, 8pm
Late Night Coffee: Our residents @bloomingskullcoffee will be open late for all your refreshment needs while you explore the building.
Green Jam Creatives – 50 Hamilton Street.
Green Jam is an independent shop in Birkenhead stocking work from over 50 small businesses – from prints and jewellery to handmade gifts and cards.
What’s Happening:
The shop will be open late for the event, and they’ll be hosting a drop-in collage affirmation session.
Birch Studio & Gallery- 1 Hamilton Square

Exhbition – Body Clock by Billie Winters.
Open Studios – See behind the scenes of Birch Studio & Gallery’s resident Artists

Hamilton Vault Studios – 1 Hamilton Square

Join Hamilton Vault to explore the history of their bank vault turned gallery.

Future Yard – 75 Argyle Street

Hosting a Student Showcase in their Future Walls gallery space.
This exhibition features a selection of work from three second-year Illustration with Animation students at @wirralmetcollege . 🎨🎬

Make It Happen – Vibrant Village – 34 Argyle Street

For one night, the Vibrant Village Living Room transforms into Gallery 34 (taking its name from their home at 34 Argyle Street). The exhibition features work from their incredibly creative community, using a multitude of media.

Rathbone Studios – 28 Argyle Street

Exhibition featuring their in house Artists, and open studios – see the art in Action.

Williamson Art Gallery & Museum – Slatey Road

Open until 9pm, with all exhibitions available to explore. Beyond The Brotherhood: Legacies of the Pre-Raphaelites and Echoes of the Floating World highlight gems from the Williamson’s own collections, while Loyalty by Steve des Landes and Adrian Jeans.
The Portrait Paradox showcaselocal artistic talent. The evening also features a free performance bymandolinist Julian Rees.

Wirral Archives – Williamson Art Gallery, Slatey Road

Wirral Archives is the borough’s official archive service, based in the historic Cheshire Lines Building in Birkenhead. It collects, preserves, and provides access to records that document the history of Wirral and its communities, including maps, photographs, and local government and family history records.

The Hive – Bright Street

The Hive’s Senior Media Squad is creating an immersive installation that transports audiences from Birkenhead into three distinct environments: a tropical jungle, a tranquil underwater world and an arctic tundra.

Birkenhack

Birkenhack willcollaborate with Circular Arts NetworkLCR, who share the space, to host a
programme of hands-on activities including a drop-in collage workshop, a swap shop, and light installations created from recycled materials. The venue will also act as a stop for
the local Joy Ride cycling club, encouraging visitors to continue along the Art After Dark route.

Birkenhead Park Gallery

About the exhibition: I’ll Tell You Later – BSL Happy Snappers. Through photography and personal stories, this exhibition explores life in a hearing world, celebrating Deaf identity, community, and the importance of true accessibility. Created with artist Emma Case and Open Eye Gallery, it invites audiences to see communication and inclusion from a new perspective.

Focal Point

Focal Point supported by Focal Studios are collaborating with Art After Dark to bring this event to life with projection mapped art & signposting for the amazing things happening on the night.

Hamilton Square Auctioneers

The Wirrals Premier Auction House, will be holding an important sale of Contemporary Street Art on the 26th March at their premises in Hamilton Square. It will be open for viewing during the Art After Dark event on the 20th March and will feature artists such as Banksy, Paul Insect, Ben Eine, Goldie, Shepard Fairey, Martin Whatson, Antony MIcalleff, James Joyce, James Cauty, Pure Evil. There will be works at all price levels and the opportunity to support Palestinian Street Art through the ltd edition prints of Taqi Spateen & Yazan with works created whilst in residence at Banksy’s Walled Off Hotel.
Why Creative Culture Matters
Art After Dark is more than just an exhibition crawl; it’s a movement to foster collaboration, encourage engagement with the local arts community, and inject new energy into Birkenhead’s cultural offerings.
Building on the foundation set last year by amazing partners like Hamilton Vault Studios, Spider Project, the Williamson Art Gallery, Future Yard, and many others, the 2026 event promises even more discovery and connection for everyone – from dedicated art enthusiasts to curious newcomers.
This event is FREE and open to all ages!
Support Our Growth: While attending Art After Dark remains free for all, we are offering an optional donation at the time of booking your ticket through Eventbrite. Any contribution received will go directly towards the running costs of the event, helping us manage logistics, invest in growth, and ensure Art After Dark remains a sustainable and fantastic annual celebration for the community. Thank you for helping us keep this event thriving!

Winter Workshop: 3D Watercolour Painted House
2026-03-25 11:00 - 14:00

Winter Workshop: Make Your Own Vision Board
2026-03-26 11:00 - 14:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and get inspired by making your own vision board with artistic duo Pyromancy Productions!

Join our Winter Wellness Workshops in Huyton Village to explore creativity, learn new skills and a delicious lunch is included!
Brighten up your March with this fun workshop and connect with others.
About the Workshop:
Make Your Own Vision Board
Pyromancy Productions are a performing and creative arts duo who make visual, performance and immersive work!
The artistic duo will deliver a guided Vision Board workshop designed to help people reconnect with themselves, their goals and what they want their next chapter to look like.
This is a gentle, welcoming space to pause, reflect and spark ideas for the future. We know winter can be heavy for many people, so this session is about creating warmth, intention and a sense of possibility — at your own pace, in your own way.
There is no pressure to be artistic or “get it right”, this is about expression, exploration and giving yourself permission to focus on you. The duo will be there to guide, support and hold a safe, inclusive space throughout.
Session run time is 2 hours, followed by 1 hour for lunch which is provided.
All materials will be provided.
About our funders:
This fully funded programme of activities has been supported by Knowsley Council’s Winter Wellness fund. A huge thanks to Knowsley Council for making this possible!
About Make CIC:
Make CIC (Community Interest Company) fosters community connections through creativity across the Liverpool City Region. Our hubs in Liverpool, Wirral and Knowsley support local artists and creatives with affordable workspaces, community spaces, classes and events.

Good to know

Highlights

3 hours
16+
In-person

Doors at 10:45 am

Location

Make on the Corner

22 Derby Road
Huyton L36 9UJ

How would you like to get there?

Driving
public transport
Cycling
Walking

Make Huyton Village Open Days
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Make Huyton Village, 47-49 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UQ, United Kingdom
Interested in a studio space or want to know what Make do and how to get involved? Come along for a tour of our newest space Make Huyton!

Make Huyton Village
Located on Derby Road in the heart of Huyton Village Centre, Make Huyton Village offers private studios and shared workspace in Knowsley. Make Huyton brings a hive of creativity to the town centre with a high tech Innovation Lab, allowing members of the community to experiment with making and product creation. Make Huyton Village is open 24 hours for all of our residents.

Make Huyton Village 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 our newest space Make Huyton Village.
Tours will last 30 to 45 minutes and and begin every hour on the hour (eg. 11:00, 12:00, 13:00 and 14:00) at the front of Make Huyton Village, 47-49 Derby Road, Huyton, during open day hours (please check the open day hours for each date as they differ).
Have a look at our range of studio spaces, hear about our future plans, check out our brand new “Innovation Lab” and find out about our upcoming programme.
Your tour will conclude at Make on the Corner at 22 Derby Road, our additional space used for events, meetings, workshops, classes, pop-up shop, exhibitions, etc.
Whether you are a creative looking for a studio 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!

A bout your Guide
Your guide on the open days will be Mia Tagg, the Project Lead for Make Huyton Village.
Make’s newest team member, Mia has twenty years experience working in business start-up and project management in Liverpool and London, focused on arts and hospitality.
P revious projects include the cafe bar at FACT, Northern Lights for Baltic Creative and Homebaked Anfield.

W here is the venue ?
M ake Huyton Village is situated at 47-49 Derby Road, Huyton which is on the pedestrianised High Street in Huyton Village. The space was formally Boots.
W hat time does the tour start?
The tour around Make Huyton Village takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Each tour starts on the hour (e.g. every 60 minutes). If you need to get in touch on the day, please call or message Mia on 07492708827.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

By Bike: There is secure bike storage at the venue.
By Train: The nearest train station to the venue is Huyton train station. The station is a 6 minute walk from the venue – You can view directions via google maps here.
By Bus: Huyton Bus station is situated a 3 minute walk from the venue. You can view directions via google maps here.
By Car: There is free car parking for up to 3 hours situated in Archway Road Address: Archway Road Car Park, Civic Way, Huyton, Merseyside L36 9GD. Archway Road Car Park is a 4 minute walk to the venue – you can view directions via google maps here. You can find out more about parking in the area here.

I s the venue accessible?
The venue is accessible and is situated on the ground floor however. There is an accessible toilet on site.
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
At short notice please contact your guide Mia directly on 07492708827
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
A register will be taken at this session, 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

Make Hamilton Open Day
2026-05-06 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-06-10 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-07-08 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-08-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Make Hamilton, 69-71 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6LQ, United Kingdom
Overview

Interested in a studio space or want to know what Make do and how to get involved? Come along for a tour of Make Hamilton 2.

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 4pm for the tour to start at 4.10pm.
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 4pm for the tour to start at 4.10pm. 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.

Make North Docks Open Day
2026-05-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-07-21 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Make North Docks, 37 Regent Street, Liverpool, L3 7BN
Interested in a studio space or want to know what Make do and how to get involved? Come along for a tour of Make North Docks

Make North Docks
Located on Regent Street, Make North Docks offers both co-working, private studios and makerspaces in Liverpool. Residents can enjoy a view across the River Mersey, an open-access workshop equipped with tools and the delicious Caffe Riccardo. Make North Docks is open 24 hours for all of our residents.

Make North Docks 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 North Docks.
Have a look at our range of studio and work spaces, hear about our future plans, check out our wood workshop, find out about our upcoming programme, and grab a coffee at Caffe Riccardos.
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 North Docks takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Please arrive by 11am for the tour to start at 11.10am.

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 North Docks takes between 30 and 60 minutes. Please arrive by 11am for the tour to start at 11.10am. There is a cafe on site where you can grab a coffee. 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?
On street parking is free but limited to 2 hours. Please let us know if you are a blue badge holder and we can reserve you a space in our small visitor car park. Public transport links are nearby, and the venue is easily accessible on foot from Liverpool City Centre (see our website for more information, we’re located at Make North Docks).
How accessible is the venue?
The workshop is located on the ground floor which provides full accessibility to the premises including toilet provisions. However, some parts of the tour may include stairs. We would advise wheelchair users to contact Make on the sale of the ticket to arrange a parking bay.
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.

Make Huyton Village Showcase
2026-05-14 11:00 - 2026-05-21 16:00 | Make on the Corner, 22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ
Join us to celebrate the incredible creative talent of Make Huyton Village!

Join us to celebrate the incredible creative talent of Make Huyton Village with a special showcase at Make on the Corner (22 Derby Road, Huyton, L36 9UJ)! 🎨
🖼️ Launch Event: Thursday 14th May, 5pm – 8pm
📅 Opening Dates: Thursday 14th May – Thursday 21st May
⏰ Opening Hours: Monday–Saturday, 11am–4pm
Explore a vibrant collection of art, craft, and design from our talented resident makers, artists, and creatives. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be introducing the participating artists—stay tuned! 🌟

Town Hall Time Machine
2026-06-13 13:30 - 16:30
A creative community session exploring the past, present, and future of Birkenhead Town Hall.

Join us for a creative community session exploring the past, present, and future of Birkenhead Town Hall.
Through zines, collage, and shared ideas, we’ll imagine what this space could become — together.
13th June
Birkenhead – venue tbc
1:30-4:30pm
If you care about the future of this building and want to help shape what comes next, we’d love you to be part of it.
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Hosted by Make CIC, delivered by PLACED and funded by the Architectural Heritage Fund

FLIPIM 2026 - THE Grassroots Regeneration Conference
2026-09-24 09:00 - 18:00 | Make Hamilton, 69-71 Argyle Street, Birkenhead, CH41 6LQ, United Kingdom
Join us for a day of ideas, panels, and workshops, and we’ll hear from lesser heard voices alongside those who hold power and influence.

FLIPIM 2026: THE Grassroots Regeneration Conference
Inspiration | Activism | Connection
24th September 2026
It’s 2026 and FLIPIM is back!
For this year’s edition the grassroots are gathering in Birkenhead to flip the conversation on regeneration.
Community-led solutions are appearing in government policy as a way to turn around decades of decline in our neighbourhoods. The challenge now lies in execution; how can we leverage opportunities like Pride in Place to maximise the benefits for the areas where we live, work and play.
Join us for a day of ideas, panels, and workshops, and we’ll hear from lesser heard voices alongside those who hold power and influence, to ensure the future of our places can be built by everyone.
Making “Pride in Place” Real
We have a historic opportunity to show what happens when investment is met with community agency. Pride in Place will invest £5 billion over 20 years in 339 places creating the chance to make this happen.
Birkenhead finds itself a national “trailblazer” for the government’s programme. We know that true “Pride in Place” isn’t just about a new coat of paint; it’s about who owns the assets and who makes the decisions. The data shows that the grassroots approach can be transformative:

Community-led businesses and assets currently boast a 94% long-term survival rate, providing the stability our high streets desperately need.
Research confirms that resident-led regeneration doubles local business growth in disadvantaged areas compared to top-down models.
Research by Power to Change shows that community owned assets contribute £220 million to the UK economy, with 56p of every £1 they spend staying in the local economy

Let’s Take Action!
FLIPIM 26 combines high-level insights with hands-on workshops. Our schedule is designed to move from big-picture thinking to practical next steps.

Keynotes & Panels: We’ll host deep-dive conversations with policymakers, urbanists, and community leaders on the regeneration landscape.
Workshops to Activism: From Community Right to Buy to Highstreet Rental Auctions, we’ll host tactical sessions on navigating new and existing policy for taking community control of land and property.
The Carousel Problem Solving: We’ll use the collective intelligence of the room to find a way through common hurdles and unique challenges.
Time With Your Peers: Connect with a national network of people for radical honesty and shared expertise.

Join Us
If you believe that regeneration is most successful when it is built with communities, FLIPIM is for you. Whether you’re a local resident, housing activist, or simply looking for the “how-to” of grassroots power, we’ll see you in Birkenhead.
Tickets will include refreshments & food.
