Port Sunlight Village Trust

10/06/2026

09/06/2026

This September, the story of Edith Smith is coming to Port Sunlight 👮‍♀️

Oxton Playwrights CIC presents the powerful true story of Britain’s first female police constable with full powers of arrest at the Church Hall on 19 September at 1.30pm and 5pm. This moving, site‑responsive performance brings Oxton-born Smith's journey to life, exploring courage, resilience and the changing role of women during the First World War.

Blending theatre, local history and community storytelling, this unique production shines a light on a fascinating local figure.

Tickets are FREE, so grab yours now before they go: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-story-of-edith-smith-tickets-1988079734002

08/06/2026

Discover a house through time in the first of Port Sunlight Museum's new lunchtime talks 🏠

On Tuesday 9 June at 1pm, enjoy a snapshot of social history as we delve into personal stories and the changing life of Bridge Cottage, a building that has been at the heart of village life for over a century. Free, included with museum admission. This talk takes place at Port Sunlight Museum.

Our new Heritage Highlights series of bite sized lunchtime talks designed to fit perfectly into your day. Each 20 minute session is led by our knowledgeable team and shines a spotlight on a different story, object, or moment from the village’s history. Find out more: portsunlightvillage.com/heritage-highlights-lunchtime-talks

08/06/2026

Our raft is growing and continuing to help make a difference to our historical work here in Port Sunlight.

We are loving the memories everyone is sharing of their beloved pond/lake/boaty through our "Donate a Duck" digital page and it shows how important this wonderful landmark is to so many people.

If you would like to join the raft and share your memories, please visit our website or click the link in our comments.

07/06/2026

What an amazing day in the village, well done to the runners 👏

06/06/2026

⚠️ This Sunday 7 June, BTR Liverpool's Port Sunlight Road Race returns and that means road closures will be in place between 5am–1pm across the village.

All residents have received information through your letterbox with a reminder to move your car from the road and where to park. If you have access needs, please let us know and we will liaise with the organisers and security team to advise on what to do.

If you're planning to visit on Sunday, see the map below for information about where road closures will be and where you can park. Access through the village will be possible via Bolton Road > The Ginnel > Wood Street > exit via Greendale Road to Ellen's Lane (or via versa). Access to Christ Church or Hulme Hall will be possible by car through Bolton Road coming from New Chester Road only. Thank you for your patience and support.

Organised by BTR Liverpool, the Road Race welcomes thousands of runners each year to follow the 5k or 10k route through the village’s leafy streets. This year's edition is generously sponsored by Unilever Port Sunlight.

06/06/2026

Visitors to Port Sunlight Museum today are in for a treat 👐 Between 11am–2pm, you can get hands-on with history with the help of our new handling object demonstrators, giving you the chance to not only look and learn about historic objects, but actually touch them too.

You'll be able to enjoy this special experience on selected days at Port Sunlight Museum, and it's included with your admission ticket. We'll be sharing confirmed dates very soon.

04/06/2026

Planning on visiting the monthly market on Sunday? Important info 👇

04/06/2026

Join us on Thursday 25 June, 6pm, for a fun and creative evening of soap making 🧼

Craft your own summer themed soaps using soap dyes, fragrances and decorative elements using the melt and pour method – perfect for soap making beginners and a wonderful way to unwind for the day. All materials are provided and you’ll come away with a few bars of soap that will make perfect gifts for yourself or a loved one.

Book your tickets: portsunlightvillage.com/village-event/summer-soap-making/

Every ticket purchase supports our work to care for Port Sunlight. Thank you.

Join us for a fun and creative evening of melt and pour soap making, here in the home of Sunlight Soap.

02/06/2026

As we celebrate Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge thank you to the incredible people who give their time, energy and passion to Port Sunlight Village Trust 🙏

So far this year, our volunteers have generously contributed over 1,000 hours – and what a difference that makes ✨️

From supporting exhibitions and leading walking tours, to bringing history to life in the Worker's Cottage, helping to develop our archives, and supporting events, learning programmes, landscape work and community activities – our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do.

Simply put, we couldn’t care for this special village without them.

Thinking about getting involved? Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet new people, learn new skills and be part of something meaningful.

You can see a few of our current opportunities here: portsunlightvillage.com/volunteering-at-port-sunlight

However there is lots more you could get involved in, from litter picking to advisory groups. Please contact [email protected] or 0151 644 4800.