Your guide to Christmas in Ainsdale

Mention Ainsdale and you might think of a summer trip to the beach but Christmas is a brilliant time to visit this village just down the coast from Southport.

Enjoy a bracing walk on the beach, warm up with brunch or a festive hot chocolate, or enjoy a special seasonal lunch or dinner.

Here are eight ways to enjoy Christmas in Ainsdale.

Tuck into a festive special bagel

Remedy Ainsdale has got all the festive food you need to get you in the mood for the season.

We love the idea of the Festive Bagel, complete with turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pigs in blankets. Or you can enjoy a bowl of pigs in blankets. And don’t forget the roasties, cooked to perfection.

If you aren’t in the mood to indulge quite that much, there are gorgeous breakfast bowls, get healthy with a spirulina smoothie or just grab a warming coffee.

There is also a book swap at this cute café, so take along an old book, grab a new one and settle in for a relaxing read.

You will find Remedy Ainsdale at 28 Station Road. 

See the website for the full menu.

Test yourself with a Christmas Quiz

There are two great Christmas quizzes taking place in the village this month.

On 11 December you can support the Friends of Ainsdale Village Park at a Christmas Quiz fund raiser at The Mallard in Station Road, from 8pm.

A hot pot supper, with a veggie option available, is included. Tickets cost £10 from The Mallard.

Then, on 13 December enjoy Christmas music, a festive themed quiz and seasonal drinks at Morrells, at 569 Liverpool Road.

There will also be a prize for the best Christmas jumper.

The Christmas quiz starts at 7pm. Morrells is at 569 Liverpool Road.

To book call 01704 829777 or DM via Facebook.

Meet Santa and get some gifts with a difference

Browse the homemade gifts, enjoy a warming hot chocolate alongside a mince pie, and enjoy the Christmas music at the Festive Craft and Gift Fayre at Sacred Heart Church.

Santa will also be there to meet the children.

The Festive Craft and Gift Fayre will take place at Sacred Heart, 483 Liverpool Road, on 14 December from 10.30am to 2.00pm.

A day of festive fun at the Golden Monkey

Head along to the Golden Monkey on 21 December for a brilliant day of festive fun.

This friendly, cosy bar is a stone’s throw from the train station so easy to reach.

From 4pm onwards there will be live music, close up magic, a fancy-dress contest (optional but encouraged) with the chance to win a £50 bar tab. 

There will also be complimentary festive snacks.

See the Facebook page for more.

Enjoy a festive Tipple

Tipple certainly boats some of the most beautiful Christmas decorations in the village and the festive menu won’t disappoint either.

With a seasonal brunch featuring twists on the classics, like the Christmas bagel, turkey benedict or Christmas hash and not to mention cocktails like the Snowflake, this is a great venue for your celebrations.

The evening menu small plates also have a festive flavour, featuring turkey loaded fries and festive pizza.

You’ll find Tipple at 42 Station Road.

See the full menu and book on the website.

Dine in style at Dolce Vita

With more than 30 years of serving stunning Italian food to guests in Ainsdale, Dolce Vita is a great choice for your pre-Christmas night out.

Enjoy the £20 two course set menu featuring favourites like goats cheese bruschetta, braised lamb or mushroom risotto. Or go for an authentic Italian pizza. There is something for everyone. 

You’ll find the restaurant at 90 Station Road.

To book go to the website.

Enjoy a special festive lunch

Dukes bar and bistro is a family run restaurant in the heart of Ainsdale village, close to the station.

It serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and is a popular choice.

For Christmas there are a range of special dishes on offer, or you can choose from the regular menu.

But if you’re feeling festive, why not try a Christmas sandwich with turkey, brie, stuffing and cranberry, or pigs in blankets with a trio of dips for lunch.

There is also a range of festive special drinks to choose from.

To book go to the website.

Pick up a gift for foodies

Deli Mio sells a mouth watering range of Italian cheeses, cured hams, pasta and sweet treats.

You could also pick up a gift for the foodie in your life from their range of coffee, pate, and wines.

You will find Deli Mio at 100 Station Road or see their website for more.