Mossley Hill Festival
Saturday 28th June A Day of Community, Celebration & Summer Fun!
Join us for a fantastic day at Mossley Hill Festival — a celebration of our wonderful local community, bringing together neighbours, friends, charities, local makers, and organisations for a day packed with activities, stalls, food, music, and fun for all ages!
Join us for a very special Mossley Hill Festival as we mark 150 years of Mossley Hill Church — a true heart of our community.
Enjoy a full day of live music, delicious street food, local makers, and quirky competitions, judged by none other than Sue Johnston! (The Royle Family, Jam & Jerusalem)
What to Expect
Festival Highlights
Main Stage & Show Arena Schedule
• 11:00am – Festival Opens & Welcome from Sue Johnston
• 11:00–12:30 – Police Dog Show
• 1:30–3:00 – Tennis & Bowls Taster Sessions
• 2:30–3:30 – The Great Mossley Hill Dog Show
• 4:00pm – Competition Judging Results
• 7:00pm onwards – Live Music including a sensational performance from RuPaul’s UK Drag Race contestant Sister Sister
• 9:00pm – Grand Finale: Community Sing-Along – Ferry Cross the Mersey
Makers Market
Shop local and support small businesses:
• Handmade jewellery & textiles
• Wooden toys, candles, mugs & prints
• Football-themed clothing
• Dog treats, cactus plants & local honey
• Artists, pottery
Food & Drink
Courtyard Area
• Rojo42 Coffee
Tea Tent
• TBC
Carnival Games – Fun for a Cause!
Old-school fun, all supporting local charities:
• Coconut Shy
• Splat the Rat
• Hook-a-Duck
• Toilet Roll Throw
• Stocks & Candy Floss
• Tombola (in support of Alder Hey Children’s Hospital)
Get Involved!
Street Eats
• So Greekful – Greek street food
• Scotta Bocca– Pizzas
• Ice Cream Van
• Classic Burger & Hot Dog Van
• Caribbean Street Food & Mexican Burritos
The Great Mossley Hill Dog Show
2:30–3:30pm – Is your pup a star? Show off their charm!
Categories:
• Puppy (6–12 months)
• Best Rescue Dog
• Waggiest Tail
• Best Tricks
• Fancy Dress: Celebrating 150 Years of Mossley Hill Church
To enter, email: mhfestival2025@gmail.com
Please Include:
• Category
• Your dog’s breed
• Contact details
Baking & Creative Competitions
Open to all ages — show off your talents!
Categories:
• Victoria Sponge
• Signature Cake
• Home-Grown Wonky Vegetable
• Artwork of the Church
• Photograph Celebrating Mossley Hill
To enter, email: mhfestival2025@gmail.com
Please Include:
• Category (enter as many as you like!)
• Contact details
• Age (if under 18)
More Anniversary Week Events
Celebrate 150 years of Mossley Hill Church with a week of special events:
Civic Service
Sunday 22nd June | 10am
A moving service of gratitude and community, followed by refreshments.
Gala Evening
Friday 20th June 7–10pm
Tickets: £25pp (Yr7+ only)
A night of food, music & celebration.
Tickets via: office@mossleyhillchurch.org.uk
Services of Celebration
Sunday 29th June
• 8:30am – Communion
• 9:30am – Family Service
• 11:00am – Communion
Reflect and rejoice in 150 years of shared faith and community.
Anniversary Exhibition
Wednesday 25th – Sunday 29th June | 11am – 6pm
Explore the church’s story through:
• Historic wedding photos
• A flower festival
• Guided tours
• Daily musical performances