Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre is a fantastic new development near Crosby beach. It has replaced…read morethe pretty mediocre sports centre previously situated at Crosby Marina. Lakeside has retained the marine lake to perform numerous wet sports activities such as canoeing and yachting, kayaking, wind surfing and raft building. There are now lots of dry activities also available: cycling climbing and orienteering and a well appointed fitness suite. Lakeside welcome disabled and special needs visitors and people of all abilities. The facilities here are undeniably good and quite unique to the area; an invitaion for tourists and a great boost for the local economy. There is on site accommodation at "Lakeside Lodge", 14 en suite bedrooms with all guest requirements; even more incentive to visti from further afield. The dining facilities at "Lakeside Bistro" make for perfect after sports sustenance or an evening out. enjoy apertifs with sea views from the roof top terrace, or have breakfast overlooking the yachts sailing on the marina.

Nestled between the impressive houses overlooking Crosby's waterfront and the beach itself, the…read moreLakeside Activity Centre is a stones throw away from the cranes and industry of the Port of Liverpool. It looks a fairly new addition to Crosby beach, perhaps cashing in on the success of Antony Gormley's 'Another Place'. On a hot Tuesday we decided to head for the Lakeside Bistro (within the activity centre) for a cold drink and a bite to eat. The décor is modern and clean and the food is extremely well priced, we got two meals and two drinks for less than £7! I had no complaints about the bistro or its service, some of the other diners may have been less content. At one point the kitchen was temporarily closed so it could deal with a back log of orders and the large queue of hungry beach goers looked decidedly put out. The bistro looks out onto its stunning surroundings and also onto the fantastic children's play area, from which my fiancée had to hold me back.

The Well Barn comprises a small collection of local businesses in the heart of Litlle Crosby, a…read morequaint village just outside of Crosby and under ten miles from the centre of Liverpool. There is an authentic rural feel here as the winding roads have restricted speeds and there are no street lights. The Well Barn courtyard is easily located off the main street and houses a diverse mix of shops including: a craft shop, a holistic therapy and well being store, Corinthian furniture and a plumbing company. The stableyard itself is often used s an event space for community gatherings such as the recent summer fete. It's a really beautiful area with a lovely relaxed atmosphere. The Well Barn is easily accessed from Liverpool or Southport but retains the peace of the countryside.

Crosby Comrades is.. ok…read more. It's a local event space hired for parties and community events and mediocre shows such as psychic nights. Personally I would not choose Comrades for a celebration of mine; it's old and dark and I just don't feel it reflects the imporatance of an occassion such as a wedding-the receptions of which are held here. The dance floor is small, the bar is small, and while there is ample seating, the whole place just feels claustrophobic and depressing. I think it's quite cheap to hire and is convenient for locals but.. it's nthing special

Crosby comardes has been around for years, i have know alot of people to have the wedding reception…read morehere or birthday parties. It has a great atmosphere with a dance floor right in the middle of a big room, a stage and seating all around the outside. There is plenty of room if you have a big party.The decoration and bar could probably do with a bit of updating as it does look a bit 80's but it is always clean and tidy in there.

A recent refurb has really made a difference - it looks great inside!read more

I went to this place last year for a black tie function and was instantly impressed by the decor…read moreand level of service within this huge glass atrium! This is definitely a place that I would recommend to anybody who wants to throw a big party/function in style. They have a stage area if you wish to have a musician or a compare, they have a great dance floor area for those who aren't blessed with two left feet like myself, and they have a huge fully stocked bar for those who just want to get twatted. The catering was fantastic, I'm not sure if it's provided by an in house company that the venue use regularly, but I would imagine so! The surroundings are great if you fancy a walk in their acres and acres of beautiful parkland, which is reassuring being in a fairly rough, built up area, it's nice to know that there are still some green spaces without high rises and dole offices! I'm not sure what he rental cost is for this venue, but I know that they often employ staff for events through Liverpool's Think Faces company, which is great as they vet their staff for experience and quality.

Isla Gladstone Conservatory is, quite simply, stunning. A few years ago, the dilapidated Victorian…read moreoriginal was dissembled, restored, returned and rebuilt even better than before. Set in over 100 acres of park land surrounded by lakes and rose beds, it stands in all its glory overlooking the city of Liverpool. It has always been surprisingly quiet when I have visited: a tranquil haven from the bustling town centre; this tranquility, as well as its beautiful surroundings, make the Isla Gladstone a popular venue for weddings. Bring a picnic or try Kemp's Bistro housed beneath the conservatory; it's open until 4 o'clock daily and serves truly delicious food