Sefton Park Palm House to host series of free events throughout the summer

Sefton Park Palm House is working with organisations across the city to host an array of free events throughout the summer.

It might not be the Maldives, but the Palm House in Sefton Park offers its own little slice of the tropics, especially in the summer months when Liverpool’s famed ‘giant conservatory’ is naturally warmed to balmy holiday temperatures. Even when the sun doesn’t show its face outside, there’s a raft of things to enjoy ‘under the palms’ over the summer holidays, for all ages.

Whether visitors want to craft, create, relax, meditate, learn something new or just enjoy an evening of good food and entertainment, the team at the Palm house has worked with other organisations across the city to curate a steady stream of events and activities to suit everyone.

Kate Johnson, CEO of the Palm House said:

“We love being a hub for local community events, offering a variety of free activities throughout the year for our visitors of all ages. The summer holidays are a great opportunity to build up our programme with more activities to suit our younger visitors and have them enjoying the space in and outside the Palm House.

“Along with our programme of adult-events, we have craft activities, a Teddy Bear’s picnic and yoga for little ones, and older children can enjoy our inspiring art workshops here this summer. We hope these opportunities to experience the Palm House, its beautiful plants and unique atmosphere will be just the start of the memories they can make in this fabulous building.”

Sefton Park Palm House Summer 2025 — Credit: Fairclough Studios

The summer programme kicks off with Liverpool Arab Arts Festival on Saturday 20 July, and also includes the Japanese Society North West’s Summer Matsuri on 31 August, bringing the spirit of Japan to Liverpool in this extraordinary festival.

Couples considering the venue for their future weddings can also visit for one of the monthly Wedding Open Evenings to experience the Palm House in all its summer glory as its wedding options are showcased, capturing the joy of holding a special celebration in the magical space under the palms.

Kate continued:

“As well as the Teddy Bear’s Picnic for our younger visitors, when the Palm House café will also be open for sandwiches and – more importantly – coffee for grown-ups, those same grown-ups are invited to book a babysitter for our Cheese & Wine Night with Penny Lane Jazz Band on Sunday 10 August, for a well-earned break from the summer holidays.

“If adults need some relaxation, we have that too, with multiple opportunities to unwind and meditate with Pilates and meditation sessions held on our Tranquil Tuesdays, operated on a ‘pay what you can afford’ basis. As a charity, we’re grateful for all the donations we receive from visitors and events, and even buying a coffee or a slice of cake in the café can have an impact on our ability to run our free events programme, and to add value to the lives of our local community.”