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Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

Hi!👋

We’re having our annual publicity drive and we thought it was about time we re-introduced ourselves!

We are BOARC (Bidston Observatory Artistic Research Centre) and we are known for;

🔭Our rich history & heritage
📚A space for independent & collective study and research
🛠️Our workspaces and facilities
📻Domes FM!
📝Our heritage education centre space (HECS)
🎉Events & celebrations
🌞Our community events
🌱Nature & respite

…and much more!

Have you been to BOARC before? If so, we’d LOVE it if you could tell a friend about us! Many of our users find out about us by word of mouth - so spread the word! 📣

We welcome users both returning and new, so if you’ve ever wondered about what goes on up the top of the hill, drop us an email on enquiries@bidstonobservstory.org

Special thanks to and Photo Credits courtesy of;

📸Mixed menu pictures by Elodie Sacher/A.MAL - Ard Residency 2023. @hannaahamdache @a.mal_projects
📸Library photos @uglybuckettheatre
📸Cultural Bridge photos #culturalbridge
📸Workshop photos of @nyx.edc by Ami Bevilacqua
📸Workshop photos @sstrapp_boarc & @inigowilkins
📸Screening photos @wyrdwyrale
📸Wedding & events photos @liam.joelson & @diomophoto

New little video ‘Access and Other FAQs’ for anyone wondering how things work here at the Obs 👀.

Very well done putting it together Becky 🫶 🚀

EAT. SLEEP. CLOWN. REPEAT. The Big Bucket Retreat 🤡

3 days of clowning, community and nature lead by Ugly Bucket and hosted in the magical @bid_obs.

Expect delicious food, belly laughs, liberating movement, transformative exploration and total inspiration. All abilities welcome. Clowning beginners, dabblers or seasoned fools, there is something magic to discover here ☀️

🗓️ 17-19 July 2026
🎟️ Link in bio (or head to uglybuckettheatre.co.uk)

W Y R DW Y R A L E

01.08.26 — Bidston Observatory

A one-day festival of live music, myth and place.

Liverpool City Region artists take over the Observatory — with performances unfolding across the building and into the night.

Tickets: £22.50

On Sale now. Link in bio

#WyrdWyrale #LiverpoolMusic #Wirral #ExperimentalMusic #LiveMusicUK MerseysideArts

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

What does your ticket to The Big Bucket Retreat include? 🤡

There’s A LOT to offer! Beyond your clowning journey, you can enjoy full catering, unique accommodation, campfires, rooftop meditations and profound explorations in the observatory domes, all hosted in the beautiful surroundings of Bidston Hill @bid_obs

Take a leap with us 🌼
Booking is open for 2026 🔴
🗓️ 17-19 July
🎟️ Link in bio or head to uglybuckettheatre@co.uk

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

Thank you so much to everyone who came and visited yesterday, was a great day, we had over 200 visitors! And a huge thank you to all those who participated, you helped create a really special event!! 🥰🥰🥰

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

This Bank Holiday Monday is the BOARC ART MARKET & OPEN DAY 

Date: Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ART MARKET & OPEN DAY

Times: 12pm - 6pm 

Locations: Ground Floor and Basement and possibly outdoors / weather dependent 

Entry Price: £3 Entry Adults, £1.50 Children, 5 and under go free

BOARC Open Day Tours 1pm and 3pm 

DOMES FM - community radio open decks from 1:30pm to 6pm 

All are welcome! 

We are so excited to have so many incredible collectives and individuals participating in this brilliant event that celebrates the eclectic communities in and around Birkenhead and beyond. 

We will have original art works on sale from artists, table top clothes/ bric and brac sale, open deck community radio hosted by Domes FM and community organisers sharing information about how to get involved with wider community projects. And as if that wasn't enough activity for yous, will also have plenty of yummy food and drink offerings from grilled sandwiches, tea and cake and a bar. 

We are delighted to have the following artists joining us on the day:

Queensway Collective @queensway______

Recreation Foods with Bredan and Rose @recreationfoods

Trans* Info Van @transinfovan

T.S. IDIOT @tstheidiot 

Éamonn Kirke @eamonnkirkeart

Wyrd Wryale @wyrdwyrale

Distribution of power @distributionofpower

Good Grief Project thegoodgriefproject

Domes FM @domesfm 

HECS @hecs_bid_obs

We still have a few more spaces for stall holders/ artists that want to get involved in selling work/ having a space to share materials about their collectives/ projects 

To book a place, please email zara@bidstonobservatory.org 

We can't wait to see you all!

To book please email: enquiries@bidstonobservatory.org
Limited spaces. Booking in advance only.
Bookings can not be transferred or re-sold
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A 50 minute guided tour of Bidston Observatory
£6.00 per person, £3.50 for under 16s.
Cash on arrival.
Advance payment for groups over 3x people
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When emailing please specify which tour you would like to attend:
Saturday 11th April 12:00 - 1:00pm
Saturday 11th April 2:00 - 3:00pm
Sunday 12th April 12:00 - 1:00pm
Sunday 12th April 2:00 - 3:00pm
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Unfortunately there is no lift in the building.
Please contact us if you have any questions about access.
There is plenty of parking on site.
Please arrive 10 minutes before tour start time.
Address: Bidston Observatory, Wilding Way, Prenton, CH43 7RA
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BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

BOOKING IS NOW OPEN FOR BBR26 🔴

The spring weather is getting us all excited to be back at @bid_obs for another glorious clowning retreat! 🌸

Applications for our bursary place are now open and close 12th April! Don’t miss out on a potential free slot.

As always, places are limited and we reccomend securing your spot early. Don’t take our word for it - ‘the most playful, joyful, soul-enriching, heart-expanding way to learn and grow as both a performer and a person’.

See you there? (More info via the link in our bio) ☀️

Next SSTRAPP coming up soon, April 23-26, book your place on the Trans Sonic Express now by sending an email to sstrapp@proton.me
More info on the website, link in bio👆
We do still have some lower priced places available so please get in touch if the standard price is beyond your budget.
This one's gonna be 💥🔥❤️🤩🔊

Next SSTRAPP coming up soon, April 23-26, book your place on the Trans Sonic Express now by sending an email to sstrapp@proton.me
More info on the website, link in bio👆
We do still have some lower priced places available so please get in touch if the standard price is beyond your budget.
This one's gonna be 💥🔥❤️🤩🔊

Next SSTRAPP coming up soon, April 23-26, book your place on the Trans Sonic Express now by sending an email to sstrapp@proton.me
More info on the website, link in bio👆
We do still have some lower priced places available so please get in touch if the standard price is beyond your budget.
This one's gonna be 💥🔥❤️🤩🔊

What’s on at BOARC? (Grab a pen ✍️)

Not only have we got some juicy events coming up, but we’ve also been busy bees at BOARC. Here’s a sneak preview of what’s coming…

🗓️21st & 22nd February - BUILDING HERITAGE TOURS
🗓️6th April - ART MARKET & OPEN DAY
🗓️23rd-26th April - SSTRAPP: Trans Sonic Express with @germaine_queer @sstrapp_boarc
🗓️11th-14th June - DISTRIBUTION OF POWER - DIY experimental performance and synth workshop with @distributionofpower
🗓️1st August - WYRD WYRALE FESTIVAL with @wyrdwyrale
🗓️8th-9th August - THE POSITIVE PLASTICITY PROJECT

Also in the pipeline…

📝Our NEWSLETTER (wahoo!) which will be hitting your inboxes soon
🍬We’re getting Merch! We’ve got our vending machine and we’ll be filling it with goodies in time for your next BOARC trip
💒We’re going to be launching for Weddings!

More info coming soon, in the meantime - spread the word and hope to see you all there! ❤️

Love,
BOARC x

What’s on at BOARC? (Grab a pen ✍️)

Not only have we got some juicy events coming up, but we’ve also been busy bees at BOARC. Here’s a sneak preview of what’s coming…

🗓️21st & 22nd February - BUILDING HERITAGE TOURS
🗓️6th April - ART MARKET & OPEN DAY
🗓️23rd-26th April - SSTRAPP: Trans Sonic Express with @germaine_queer @sstrapp_boarc
🗓️11th-14th June - DISTRIBUTION OF POWER - DIY experimental performance and synth workshop with @distributionofpower
🗓️1st August - WYRD WYRALE FESTIVAL with @wyrdwyrale
🗓️8th-9th August - THE POSITIVE PLASTICITY PROJECT

Also in the pipeline…

📝Our NEWSLETTER (wahoo!) which will be hitting your inboxes soon
🍬We’re getting Merch! We’ve got our vending machine and we’ll be filling it with goodies in time for your next BOARC trip
💒We’re going to be launching for Weddings!

More info coming soon, in the meantime - spread the word and hope to see you all there! ❤️

Love,
BOARC x

What’s on at BOARC? (Grab a pen ✍️)

Not only have we got some juicy events coming up, but we’ve also been busy bees at BOARC. Here’s a sneak preview of what’s coming…

🗓️21st & 22nd February - BUILDING HERITAGE TOURS
🗓️6th April - ART MARKET & OPEN DAY
🗓️23rd-26th April - SSTRAPP: Trans Sonic Express with @germaine_queer @sstrapp_boarc
🗓️11th-14th June - DISTRIBUTION OF POWER - DIY experimental performance and synth workshop with @distributionofpower
🗓️1st August - WYRD WYRALE FESTIVAL with @wyrdwyrale
🗓️8th-9th August - THE POSITIVE PLASTICITY PROJECT

Also in the pipeline…

📝Our NEWSLETTER (wahoo!) which will be hitting your inboxes soon
🍬We’re getting Merch! We’ve got our vending machine and we’ll be filling it with goodies in time for your next BOARC trip
💒We’re going to be launching for Weddings!

More info coming soon, in the meantime - spread the word and hope to see you all there! ❤️

Love,
BOARC x

What’s on at BOARC? (Grab a pen ✍️)

Not only have we got some juicy events coming up, but we’ve also been busy bees at BOARC. Here’s a sneak preview of what’s coming…

🗓️21st & 22nd February - BUILDING HERITAGE TOURS
🗓️6th April - ART MARKET & OPEN DAY
🗓️23rd-26th April - SSTRAPP: Trans Sonic Express with @germaine_queer @sstrapp_boarc
🗓️11th-14th June - DISTRIBUTION OF POWER - DIY experimental performance and synth workshop with @distributionofpower
🗓️1st August - WYRD WYRALE FESTIVAL with @wyrdwyrale
🗓️8th-9th August - THE POSITIVE PLASTICITY PROJECT

Also in the pipeline…

📝Our NEWSLETTER (wahoo!) which will be hitting your inboxes soon
🍬We’re getting Merch! We’ve got our vending machine and we’ll be filling it with goodies in time for your next BOARC trip
💒We’re going to be launching for Weddings!

More info coming soon, in the meantime - spread the word and hope to see you all there! ❤️

Love,
BOARC x

Next SSTRAPP coming up soon, April 23-26, book your place on the Trans Sonic Express now by sending an email to sstrapp@proton.me
More info on the website, link in bio👆

This workshop is dedicated to transitions, with the theory part looking into the Political Economy of Transness, and the practice part exploring sonic, auditory and musical transitions. Facilitators Inigo and Maeve are delighted to be joined this time by committed SSTRAPPer Billie Cashmore, a brilliant philosopher who has worked extensively on the philosophical and political implications of transness, and also a banging DJ. As usual, we’ll do theory in the mornings, followed by collecting, listening, and sound practice sessions in the afternoons and evenings.

In the practice parts of the workshop we’ll explore sonic, auditory and musical transitions in the broadest sense of the concept. That means investigating how sounds change over time, from onset to decay, and how we can play with their evolution. We’ll listen to various musical transitions, such as loud-to-quiet, tonal-to-noise, noise-to-beats etc., and practice making them together in groups. Maeve and Billie will give a masterclass on DJ mixing, showing how to make smooth and abrupt transitions sound sick af, then you’ll all have ample time to try out the techniques and tricks yourself. We’ll listen to and practice drumming transitions and polyrhythms, probing into how beats transition horizontally and vertically. We’ll work on auditory transitions, by redirecting attention to specific aspects of sound, by listening with blindfolds, and by sounding out how physical space, resonant materials and spatializing software change auditory profiles. We’ll try out echolocation and find out how well you can navigate by interpreting sound reflections from environmental surfaces. We’ll do some group vocalisation work focusing on large and small transitions, we’ll discover how far the voice can change on its own and using voice modulation effects. Finally, we’ll work towards performances in small groups that play out and develop some of the transitions that we’ve studied.

Next SSTRAPP coming up soon, April 23-26, book your place on the Trans Sonic Express now by sending an email to sstrapp@proton.me
More info on the website, link in bio👆

This workshop is dedicated to transitions, with the theory part looking into the Political Economy of Transness, and the practice part exploring sonic, auditory and musical transitions. Facilitators Inigo and Maeve are delighted to be joined this time by committed SSTRAPPer Billie Cashmore, a brilliant philosopher who has worked extensively on the philosophical and political implications of transness, and also a banging DJ. As usual, we’ll do theory in the mornings, followed by collecting, listening, and sound practice sessions in the afternoons and evenings.

In the practice parts of the workshop we’ll explore sonic, auditory and musical transitions in the broadest sense of the concept. That means investigating how sounds change over time, from onset to decay, and how we can play with their evolution. We’ll listen to various musical transitions, such as loud-to-quiet, tonal-to-noise, noise-to-beats etc., and practice making them together in groups. Maeve and Billie will give a masterclass on DJ mixing, showing how to make smooth and abrupt transitions sound sick af, then you’ll all have ample time to try out the techniques and tricks yourself. We’ll listen to and practice drumming transitions and polyrhythms, probing into how beats transition horizontally and vertically. We’ll work on auditory transitions, by redirecting attention to specific aspects of sound, by listening with blindfolds, and by sounding out how physical space, resonant materials and spatializing software change auditory profiles. We’ll try out echolocation and find out how well you can navigate by interpreting sound reflections from environmental surfaces. We’ll do some group vocalisation work focusing on large and small transitions, we’ll discover how far the voice can change on its own and using voice modulation effects. Finally, we’ll work towards performances in small groups that play out and develop some of the transitions that we’ve studied.