WHETHER it's their cheeky grin, sweet giggle or chubby cheeks that make them special, your little bundle of joy could be crowned this year’s Wirral Bonny Baby!

The search is on to find the borough’s cutest baby and this year parents are in for a treat if their little one is crowned winner with prizes including shopping vouchers and a family meal.

The event, which is in association with Birkenhead Market, saw 195 babies being put forward for the title last year and it is hoped even more will get involved this year.

In first place last year was Jack Connolly, aged 20 months, from Prenton. In second place was Rose Marion Hill, 14 months, from Moreton. In third place was Jake Clements, 11 months old, from Wallasey.

We are now just days away from the launch of the competition and this year there are even more chances to make sure your little cutie gets their moment in the spotlight as it runs for three days.

To enter the Wirral Bonny Baby contest, you need to bring along your child, who must be no older than two, to one of the photography sessions at Birkenhead Market between Wednesday, May 28 and Friday, May 30.

Entry is £10 which includes an A4-sized photograph plus the Globe will be publishing a keepsake supplement containing photographs of all entrants.

THIS YEAR’S PRIZES ARE:

  • FIRST: S7 modelling Contract Photo shoot worth £250 and one year family ticket for Light Cinema.
  • SECOND: Family tickets for Peppa Pig at Floral Pavilion and £50 House of Fraser Voucher.
  • THIRD: A month's family pass for Total Fitness and £50 gift voucher for Hair & Beauty Lounge.