A look back at West Kirby Today’s most read stories of 2016

Open air cinema coming to Ashton Park
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The most read stories on West Kirby Today in 2016 have ranged from the tragic to the heartwarming. We take a look back at the stories which hit the headlines throughout the year.

1. Car and driver hunted after hit and run accident leaves West Kirby boy, 16, critically injured
The dreadful events of the hit and run accident in Grange Road, West Kirby, dominated the headlines in March. The young victim suffered serious brain injuries in the incident. The driver of the car was later charged and given a suspended prison sentence.

Open air cinema coming to Ashton Park
Open air cinema

2. Open air cinema heading to West Kirby this summer
In May, we announced the first-ever open air cinema season at West Kirby’s Ashton Park. Here’s hoping the popular event returns in 2017.

The new look Abbey Cottage

3. West Kirby couple reveal the reality of starring in Channel 4’s Grand Designs
Almost 10,000 of you read our article about the West Kirby couple featuring on Channel 4’s Grand Design’s programme.

Local fan, Linsey Davies, meets Peter Kay during a break in filming
Local fan, Linsey Davies, meets Peter Kay during a break in filming

4. Peter Kay’s Car Share filming in West Kirby
Peter Kay caused quite a stir when his hit show, Car Share, headed to West Kirby and Hoylake, to film. The new series is due to air in 2017.

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5. Rescue drama as couple’s car crashes into West Kirby Marine Lake
In October, a couple had a lucky escape after escaping unhurt after accidentally driving a car into West Kirby Marine Lake.