For more details on each event see the individual event page or visit the organiser’s website.
WATERLOO FLEA MARKET AND VINTAGE FAIRS 2026
An all indoor market with up to 70 stalls selling a variety of products
Including Crafts Antique and Collectables
Please note we are not taking any more crafters at this time.
2nd Saturday of every month except January, July and August
(see Flea Market page for full list of dates)
Open from 10 AM to 1 PM
Entrance Fee: 50p
The annual Heritage Open Day will take place during the 12th September 2026 market, and entry will be free on this day.
Facilities: Disabled Access, Toilets, Café/Refreshments, Bacon Butties!, Parking
Tables from £10
enquire about extra’s! £2-4 each
Pegboards with hooks, and hanging rails (limited availability)
Booking Enquiries Contact Mary Dowrick Tel: 07716348946
e-mail: waterloofleamarket@gmail.com
WATERLOO CRAFT ANTIQUE & COLLECTORS FAIRS 2026
Handmade crafts from local artisans, plus a few stalls selling antiques and collectables
We have approximately 70 stalls at each event.
Opening times from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM
FREE ENTRANCE
The Spring and Summer Fayres are not running this year, but we hope they will be back next year.
The Fair Before Christmas Saturday 21st November
see Fair before Christmas page for poster and more info!
Facilities: Disabled Access, Toilets, Café/Refreshments, Parking
Tables from £13
enquire about extra’s! Pegboards with hooks and hanging rails (limited availability)
Booking Enquiries Contact Karen Evans Tel: 07716348946
e-mail: oldchristchurch@gmail.com
SEFTON’S BIG DRAW & CRAFT WORKSHOPS 2026
A day of free workshops for all ages. Drawing, painting and other crafting skills
will be demonstrated by experienced artisans. It is also a day that mini entrepreneurs will be learning the skills of stall management and the art of demonstrating to the public.
A day of family crafting and for creative minds to explore different crafting techniques.
Saturday 24th October 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE ENTRANCE
Facilities: Disabled Access, Toilets, Café/Refreshments, Parking
Enquiries Contact Event Organiser Maria Breslin
e-mail: oldchristchurch@gmail.com
The WATERLOO ART EXHIBITION 2026
The Art Exhibition is not on this year, but we hope it will return in 2027.
MODEL AND HOBBIES SHOW
Saturday 18th April 2026, 10am-3pm
A show comprisong model boats, cars, trucks and other model vehicles.
Adults £3
Children £1
Under 5s free
Facilities: Refreshments, Disabled Access, Toilets and Parking
Please note this is a private hire event and all enquiries are to be made to crosbymodelshow@gmail.com
LITERARY ESCAPE BOOK FESTIVAL
Saturday 23rd May 2026, 10.30am-2.30pm
Literary Escape is a community led space celebrating independent authors and small businesses/crafters.
Adults £3.50
Under 16s free
Facilities: Refreshments, Disabled Access, Toilets and Parking
Please note this is a private hire event and further information and tickets can be found at literaryescapeco.co.uk
WATERLOO BEER FESTIVAL 2026
25-27 June 2026
A three day extravaganza featuring over 100 cask beers, ciders and perries.
Thursday 25th June 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Friday 26th June 12 PM – 4:30 PM AND 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturday 27th June 12 PM – 4:30 PM AND 6PM – 10:30 PM
TICKETS AVAILABLE SHORTLY
Facilities: Music, Fantastic Food, Disabled Access, Toilets and Parking
Please note this is a private hire event and all enquiries are to be made to k.jones@slboc.com
LIVERPOOL MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION 2026
Saturday 5th September 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday 7th September 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
A high standard of model railway layouts. Full trade support and demonstrations .
Get on board this two day event of fun for all the family.
Entrance Adults £6.00 Accompanied Children Free
Facilities: Disabled Access, Toilets, Café/Refreshments, Parking
Please note this is a private hire event and all enquiries are to be made to:
Chris Hewitt – Tel: 0151 428 5618
e-mail: chris4615@yahoo.co.uk
website: www.Imrs.org.uk
NORTH-WEST SHIP SHOW 2026
Saturday 26th September 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sponsored by the World Ship Society
Also in history referred to as the “Sailor’s Cathedral” returning home after many months
or sometimes years, the first thing a sailor would see is a the large tower of Old Christ Church along the shoreline of Waterloo, a sign they would soon be home.
A perfect venue to host this maritime extravaganza.
Enthusiasts of model boats & ships, photos, post cards, artwork, books, collectables, and ephemera will delight in the displays and sales. An event for all ages and enquiring minds. Come and meet enthusiasts who have many a seafaring story to tell.
Entrance £3.00
(under 12’s free, children must be accompanied by an adult)
Facilities: Disabled Access, Toilets, Café/Refreshments, Parking
See website for further details – https://wssmerseyside.co.uk
Please note this is a private hire event and all enquiries are to be made to:
Adrian Sweeney Tel: 07887 482024
e-mail: a.j.sweeney@blueyonder.co.uk
THE NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST, NEARLY NEW SALE
Saturday 3rd October 2026
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
A sale of baby’s, children’s and maternity clothes, toys, books, nursery equipment and more!
Entrance: £1 in aid of charity
Facilities: Disabled Access, Toilets, Café/Refreshments, Parking
Please note this is a private hire event and all enquiries are to be made to:
Liz Sinker Tel: 0151 476 4211
e-mail: alsinker@hotmail.com
BLACK HOLE – END OF TIME
Hopefully will be back with a new show in 2026
Old Christ Church 