Live music returns to Wirral pub after easing of lockdown

Lead singer Chris Locke and guitarist Paul Barker from the band Ragamuffin performed a four-hour set of live music to the fully booked beer garden.

Pub-goers enjoy a pint together at Eastham Ferry Hotel. Photograph by Sharon Long Facebook: Photography by Sharon Long

This week we saw the hospitality sector getting back on its feet and at Eastham Ferry Hotel there was no exception with tables fully booked all day as well as a queuing system outside for those willing to wait.

Chris said: “It was a very well organised event, and the staff were great.

Member of staff at Eastham Ferry Hotel serves customers. Photograph by Sharon Long Facebook: Photography by Sharon Long

“The beer garden was chocker all day with every table taken. It was a great family event with music for all ages.”

Chris tells the Globe that the pub was packed with families and friends eager to catch up as well as those celebrating birthday parties and even a stag do.

Lead singer Chris Locke and guitarist Paul Barker perform on stage at Eastham Ferry Hotel. Photograph by Sharon Long Facebook: Photography by Sharon Long

He said: “The whole day was brilliant. You could just see how happy everyone was to be out in the fresh air enjoying a pint or some food and the live music only added to it!

Staff member at Eastham Ferry Hotel. Photograph by Sharon Long Facebook: Photography by Sharon Long

“Although it was a bit weird because people couldn’t get up and dance you could still feel the sense of relief and we made the most of it.

“It was a great day.”