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Community

St Matthew's English Classes Thursdays

Services at both Churches Sunday 11:00 am St. Matthew's Church 410 Stanley Road Bootle L20 5AS St. Leonard's Church 60 Peel Road Bootle L20 4RW

Thu 23 Jul20:00St Matthew's Church(4.1mi)

via St Matthew's ChurchLocal gem

Community

Liverpool Fantasy

Liverpool Fantasy Play The Beatles split up because of a dispute over their second single. ("Til There Was You" was chosen instead of "Please Please Me.") John Lennon, George Harrison and Ringo Starr returned to Liverpool while Paul McCartney launched a solo career and gained international fame as the crooner Paul Montana. Montana has resided in Las Vegas for the last 25 years. While on a tour of Britain in 1987, he decides to bury the hatchet and visit his former colleagues. Without the Beatles as catalysts there were far less social and political changes in the 60's. The Play deals with the question of parallel lives of displaced destinies. In this Play we deal with the consequences of one slip from the path of their principles. It could quite easily have happened and sent them all on parallel lives. That it didn’t is a tribute to this remarkable group of Individuals. But suppose it did…then LIVERPOOL FANTASY is one distinct possibility. Liverpool Fantasy first performed at the Charas Theatro La Terraza, New York City by Theatreworkers in May/June 1986 and subsequently at the Unity Theatre, Liverpool by A&P Productions in 2003: Liverpool Echo Review of Liverpool Fantasy 2003: I always thought that everything that could be written, staged or filmed about the Beatles had been done. But, urged on by friends to go and see Liverpool Fantasy at the Unity Theatre Liverpool, I discovered I was wrong.

Thu 23 Jul20:30Epstein Theatre(2.7mi)

via Epstein Theatre

Sports & Fitness

Boxing & Clowns: Two shows one evening

TWO SHOW'S ONE EVENING! BOXING Boxing is a hilarious and moving show about community, hope and small joys. The story follows two characters: Father Garvey, a deeply miserable priest who as almost lost faith in the people he's meant to help and Michael, a troubled young man whose innocence and boundless energy could test anyone's patience. After Garvey takes revenge on his vile neighbour Beryl, it's up to Michael to get them both out of the sticky situation they find themselves in. What unfolds is a darkly comic and heartfelt exploration of connection, redemption and unexpected friendship. Originally staged as part of the Creative Corner Festival to a fantastic response, Boxing is back on the Epstein stage to light it up again. Karaoke is encouraged... CLOWNS Clowns is a hilarious new dark comedy for fans of Martin McDonagh, The Coen Brothers and for all those who wondered: what would a siege at a circus look like? Mittens is an old clown, not particularly funny, and particularly fed up. So fed up, in fact, that he decides to commit an armed burglary. It doesn't go well, and he ends up fleeing back to his travelling circus with the goods. Unlucky for him, two other clowns a young couple named Jessie and Bill are in the tent when he arrives. Unlucky for them, Mittens decides to tie them up. Then, the police arrive. Then, things get worse and worse. A new comedy full of twists and turns, clowns and cops though sometimes it's hard to tell who's who.

Thu 23 Jul20:30Epstein Theatre(2.7mi)

via Epstein Theatre

Sports & Fitness

Dru Yoga

Dru Yoga – Thursday evenings 20.00 – 21.00

Thu 23 Jul21:00Christ Church Community Centre Higher Bebington(3.4mi)

via Christ Church Community Centre Higher BebingtonLocal gem

Community

WeBelieve Festival – Oscott College

Right then — WeBelieve Festival – Oscott College at Diocese Of Shrewsbury. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Fri 24 JulDiocese Of Shrewsbury(1.2mi)

via Diocese Of ShrewsburyCurated

Festivals & Events

WeBelieve Festival

WeBelieve festival brings thousands together to encounter Jesus Christ in His Church. It’s an unmissable opportunity to discover the traditions and charisms that flow through the Church, to grow in authentic community, and to encounter the transforming love of God. Join this UK based Catholic Festival from 24 to 27 July 2026 at the historic and beautiful setting of St Mary’s College, Oscott for a feast of the True, the Good and the Beautiful.

Fri 24 JulDiocese Of Shrewsbury(1.2mi)

via Diocese Of ShrewsburyCurated

Community

Decibel / Grenades / TBC

Original Live Music

Fri 24 JulThe Swinging Arm(1.8mi)

via The Swinging ArmCurated

Community

Summer Workshops: Here Comes the Sun

Kick off the summer with a bright and cheerful theme inspired by Here Comes the Sun ! This week is all about sunshine, positivity, and creativity. Children can get hands-on by creating fun Ice Lolly Lollipops , perfect for celebrating the warm weather, while also enjoying relaxing Sun Colouring Sheets to design their own radiant patterns. A joyful and uplifting start to the summer holidays!

Fri 24 JulThe Beatles Story(2.3mi)

via The Beatles StoryLocal gem

Community

The Cavern Club Both Stages

The Weekend Starts Here!

Fri 24 JulThe Cavern Club(2.4mi)

via The Cavern ClubLocal gem

Live Music

Around £2.50

Tamsin Elliott & Tarek Elazhary

Liverpool Arab Arts Festival presents the UK premiere performance of the hugely anticipated second album from Tamsin Elliott (UK) and Tarek Elazhary (Egypt). Tamsin and Tarek explore the intriguing parallels and idiosyncrasies of Egyptian Maqam and English folk traditions in a captivating fusion of songs, tunes and textures, finding commonality, fostering cross-cultural connection and helping heal the scars of a colonial past through meaningful and conscious collaboration. For this Liverpool premiere, the music will be performed by a septet – with Tamsin and Tarek joined by Rowan Elliott to form their trio, and accompanied by the Ensemble of St Lukes – founded 34 years ago by members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Tamsin Elliott is a Bristol-based multi-instrumentalist, composer and filmmaker working primarily with English folk traditions, equally adept on fiddle, lever harp, and microtonal accordion. Alongside solo projects, she leads the genre-crossing ensembles Solana and Hedera, and collaborates widely across folk and experimental music contexts. Tarek Elazhary is an Egyptian composer, educator and oud player whose work centres on Arab musical traditions. Through performance, teaching and composition, he explores how these traditions can be sustained and developed in contemporary settings. He is the founder and leader of the ensemble Dokkan.

Fri 24 JulMusic Room, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall(3.2mi)

via Music Room, Liverpool Philharmonic HallLocal gem

Community

Deaf School: 2nd Honeymoon 50th Anniversary

with the London String Group Plus support Friday: Yee Loi Saturday: Ian Prowse Exclusive merch available on the night On 3 July...

Fri 24 JulMusic Room, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall(3.2mi)

via Music Room, Liverpool Philharmonic HallLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £25.00

Workshop

Create Your Own Phone Charm — 45‑Minute Workshop Dive into 45 minutes of hands‑on charm‑making. Design your unique phone charm using our wide selection of colourful beads Once you're happy with your design, a member of our friendly team will spend around 10-15 minutes adding those professional finishing touches. Whether you come solo or bring a friend (or two!) for a fun, social activity, the workshop is designed to be relaxed, joyful, and beginner-friendly. All materials and guidance are provided. Please keep in mind your smaller group will be placed with other smaller groups at the time of your booking. All bookings are non-refundable but can be moved to an alternative date if 24 hours notice is given. Children must be age 10+ to participate and must be accompanied with an adult. When: Friday 24th July Where: Lillibet Studio, 117 Lark Lane (above dereks)

Fri 24 JulLillibet Studio(4.5mi)

via Lillibet StudioLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee Morning — Beresford Road Church

Coffee Morning — Beresford Road Church — brought to you by Beresford Road Church and surfaced by us. A beautiful collaboration, if we do say so ourselves.

Fri 24 Jul10:00Beresford Road Church(3.6mi)

via Beresford Road ChurchLocal gem

Community

Cleaning Team

Fri JULY 24 2026

Fri 24 Jul10:30New Brighton St James & Emmanuel(2.1mi)

via New Brighton St James & EmmanuelLocal gem

Community

Mindful Makes Crafting Session

Every Friday 10am - 12pm

Fri 24 Jul11:00Bee Wirral C I C(1.7mi)

via Bee Wirral C I CLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee Morning

Find out more by clicking here

Fri 24 Jul11:00St Mark Evangelist Church(3.7mi)

via St Mark Evangelist ChurchLocal gem

Community

Join us during the week

What’s On Join us during the week Hope Explored Read More Coffee Mornings Read More Church Lunch Read More Tuesday Fellowship Read More Home Groups Read More Coming Up Coffee Morning 24 July 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Find Out More Morning Service 26 July 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Find Out More Coffee Morning 31 July 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Find Out More View All Events

Fri 24 Jul11:00St Mark Evangelist Church(3.7mi)

via St Mark Evangelist ChurchLocal gem

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Venues with events near Somerville

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Diocese Of Shrewsbury1.2 miles away Epstein Theatre2.7 miles away Bee Wirral C I C1.7 miles away

More about Somerville

Merseyside, England

Somerville is in Merseyside, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Somerville events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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