The pub said it will be back “bigger and better”
The Blue Anchor pub on School Lane in Aintree (Image: Liverpool Echo)
A Merseyside pub has made a promise to its customers after making an “extremely” disappointing announcement. The Blue Anchor, found in Aintree, has been hosting its Family Winter Wonderland experience this weekend.
Found on School Lane, the event includes a Santa’s grotto, fairground rides, pluck-a-duck, swing chairs and a penalty shoot-out. Entry for the event cost £10 per child, and this gave families “unlimited rides and fun”.
The event ran as planned on Saturday, December 6. However, today, the pub said it had no other choice but to cancel the event.
Posting online, the team said: “We are extremely disappointed, but due to the bad weather we are having to close the Winter Wonderland. Most of the rides and inflatables are not covered, and with rain forecast all day, we have had to make this decision.
A wet city centre(Image: Andrew Teebay Liverpool Echo)
“But, we will not be put off doing these events and will be back bigger and better in spring and summer.”
Today’s weather forecast for Liverpool predicts a high of 12°C to 13°C and a low of around 7°C to 9°C, with periods of light rain and gusty winds throughout the day, according to the Met Office.
The Blue Anchor’s Christmas event isn’t the only one to close this weekend because of the weather. On Friday, December 5, Santa’s Secret Forest was temporarily closed due to high winds.
Posting online, the team said: “For everyone’s safety, Santa’s Secret Forest will be closed today due to exceptionally high winds.
Santa’s Secret Forest at Orrell Hill Woods near Hightown
“Our light trail and Christmas Hub rely on the surrounding woodland being safe to operate, and after consulting with our safety team, we must pause today’s sessions.
“All affected guests will be contacted directly with the next steps, including ticket transfer options and support from our team. Thank you for your understanding. The safety of your family, our staff, and our elves always comes first.”
There are plenty of other Christmas events taking place in and around Liverpool this festive period.
From markets to pantomimes, families can enjoy a variety of Christmas activities this year. One activity that will be on many family’s calendars is a visit to see Father Christmas.
Fortunately, the region has lots of venues offering children the chance to see if they’re on the naughty or nice list and tell Santa what they want this Christmas. You can see the full list here.