ENTRIES are now being taken for the 24th annual Hoylake 10K Coastal charity fun run.

Taking place on Sunday, September 24, the Globe-backed event raises funds for a special needs club in the town.

It starts outside Hoylake Community Centre in Hoyle Road at 11am.

Proceeds go to the Wednesday Special Needs Club's Soft Play Sensory Resource, which is based at the centre.

This special facility is maintained and funded by volunteers and the run is the club's major fundraiser. 

Last year, 520 people took part in the run, raising £8,800 for the centre.

First man across the finishing line was Joseph Boden from Wallasey AC in 36 minutes and five seconds.

First woman across the line was Jayne Joy in 42 minutes and 52 seconds.

Entry is £10, with runners receiving a commemorative t-shirt and certificate.

For more details about the run or resource visit www.wsnc.co.uk or email Carla at hoylakewsnc@btinternet.com or phone 0151 625 9505.

Charity car wash

HOYLAKE lifeboat station crew is inviting motorists to bring their cars along for a fundraising wash organised in aid of the charity next month.

The event will take place at the station on North Parade in Hoylake on Sunday, May 14 from 10am-5pm.

You'll only have to pay £5 to have your car washed on the day.

But all funds raised will help provide its team of volunteer lifesavers with the vital equipment that is needed to carry out their work.

The new boathouse was officially opened in November 2008, following a two-year appeal.

Its Shannon-class lifeboat became operational on December 9, 2014.

St George’s Day celebration for Wirral Scouts

MEMBERS of West Wirral Scouts celebrated St George’s Day at the weekend with a giant picnic and fire display.

More than 350 Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers walked to the Wirral Country Park carrying their flags which represent the 16 Scout Groups across the West Wirral scout district.

The youngsters walked from Heswall, Caldy and Royden Park for the fire display which symbolised St George slaying the fire breathing dragon – this also includes flaming swords, fire juggling and fire eating.

All members also renewed their Scout promise.

Following a national appeal for new leaders, Scouts in Wirral West received six new leadership enquiries which will allow the Scouts to offer everyday adventure to more youngsters.

District commissioner Phill Richardson said: “It was fantastic to see so many young people out enjoying the sunshine.

It’s days like these, when the sun is shining and the young people are out having fun that makes being a Scout Leader so rewarding.”

For more information visit www.westwirralscouts.org.uk

Join the band

WIRRAL Community Orchestra meets every Thursday during term-time at West Kirby United Reformed Church Hall in Meols Drive, West Kirby.

It is a non-audition orchestra and welcomes players of all instruments.

Sessions start at 7.30pm.

For more details visit wirralcommunityorchestra.co.uk or call 0151 632 3045.

Townswomen meet

NEW Brighton Townswomen’s Guild meet next Thursday, May 4 at the Community Centre in Hope Street. It takes place from 2-4pm. Details from Ann on 208 8668.

40th anniversary show

HESWALL's Choral Society, The St Peter's Singers, celebrate their 40th anniversary with a concert on Saturday, May 13.

They will be joined by soloists and The Summerstrand Ensemble during the performance at The Church of the Good Shepherd in Heswall.

Tickets, £12, are from Lingham’s the Booksellers in Heswall. Details from stpeterssingers.co.uk

Soroptimists talk

AUTHOR Kay Millward will be special guest at Hoylake & West Kirby Soroptimists' next meeting.

Kay, author of Live the Dream - about the history of the Lloyds Bank black stallion - will give a talk at the Wro Loft in Grange Road, West Kirby on Monday, May 15 at 7.30pm.

Tickets, £10, include a glass of wine and light refreshments are from 625 2010 or 632 4290.

On song

THE Concourse Singers are looking for more members. They meet at Westbourne Hall in West Kirby every Monday from 10am – midday.

More details from 678-7298

Open evening

AN open evening will be held at Somerville Pre-school in Wallasey next Wednesday, May 3. Details from 637 2467.

Pottery exhibition

WIRRAL Potters' spring exhibition at Ness Botanic Gardens starts today, Wednesday, April 26, ending on Sunday, May 7.

Fifteen local potters will be exhibiting a wide range of domestic and sculptural pottery.

The exhibition is open daily from 10am to 5pm.

Details from wirralpotters.com

Charity concert

A CONCERT in aid of Tomorrow's Women Wirral takes place this Friday, April 28.

The Castle Singers Choir & Brass Band will feature in the performance at Inspiration Hall, Beckwith Street East, Birkenhead. Tickets, £8, are from 0151 647 7907.

Bowling club

PRENTON Bowling Club meets on Monday to Saturday at 1.30pm daily.

A friendly non-league club it is based at 63 Prenton Road West, Prenton. Details from Anne on 0151 648 4168

Art exhibition

IRBY Artists' annual exhibition takes place on Saturday, May 20.

More than 250 items of art and craft will be available for sale during the event at St Chad’s Church Hall, Roslin Road, Irby.

It will be open from 10am to 5pm. Admission is free and refreshments will be available.

May fair

WEST Kirby's annual May fair in West Kirby takes place this Monday.

It will be held in in Ashton Park, Westbourne Community Hall and nearby St Bridget's Centre.

It takes place from 10am - 4pm Details from 0151 625 6184.

Race For Life

THERE is still plenty of time to add your name to the list of hundreds that have signed up to take part in this year's Wirral Race For Life.

Taking place in Birkenhead Park on Sunday, June 25, the Globe-backed event raises much-needed cash for Cancer Research UK.

To register, visit raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.

Bowling club

NESTON Bowling Club plays on the green in Stanney Park in Hinderton Road on Sunday morning. Sessions start at 10am.

Details from club secretary Phil Sweeney on 07527017167 or 0151 336 2142.

Pilates classes

PILATES classes are held at St Bede’s in Claughton on Monday at 6.30pm, Irby Dance Studio on Tuesday at 9.30am at Irby Dance studio, Hilbre High School on Tuesday at 7pm and Irby Dance Studio on Wednesday at 8pm.

Beginners welcome.

More details from Becky Hunt on 07971 333000 or email: funfabfitness@ hotmail.co.uk

Student art

AN exhibition of work by second year students on the BA (Hons) illustration with animation course at Wirral Metropolitan College will be on display later this month.

It is on view at the college’s 12 Quays Campus in Shore Road, Birkenhead from April 18-28 from 10am-4pm daily.

Tennis club open day

BERTRAM Tennis Club in Meols is holding an open day later this month. Taking place on Saturday, April 29, it will include free taster coaching for all ages.

Details from www.bertramltc.co.uk

Learn Bridge

BRIDGE lessons for beginners take place at St Michael's Church Hall in Newton every Tuesday at 7.15pm. Details from Jean on 0151 678 8083.

Go walking

GLOBE readers are invited to take part in a free, fun and friendly walk in West Kirby taking place on Monday from midday until 1pm.

Details from walkingforhealth.org.uk/ content/west-kirby-health-walk- monday

Wirral Pedal Away

A FREE guided bike ride along the coastal path and Wirral Way takes place every Wednesday at 10am. Details from cycling.org.uk/pedal-away, 07971476520 or 01925 234213.

Bridge club

WEST Kirby bridge club meets on Friday nights in Newton Village Hall in Grange Cross Lane, Newton. Details from Felicity 625 9181.

Bowling club

NEW Brighton bowling club is looking for new members.

It plays on Quarry Bowling Green at Stroud Corner a few times a week.

New members welcome. Details from 639 8871 after 4pm.

Play bridge

DUPLICATE bridge sessions take place at St Michael’s church in Newton on Tuesdays and Heswall Squash Club in Brimstage Road, on Wednesdays at 7.15pm. Details from Geoff on 07803606235.

Bowled over

NEWTON Bowling Club meet on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 1pm to 4pm every week until September.

Details from John on 625 4043.

Fancy a walk?

WIRRAL Ramblers are inviting Globe readers on a walk to Clun in the Welsh Borders this Sunday. Details from wirralramblers.org.uk

To advertise your event for free on our community noticeboard, email Craig at cmanning@wirral-globe.co.uk or call 649 4050