The Cottage Loaf, Thurstaston Wirral

03/10/2026

Chef Joe’s getting stuck in and cooking up a storm! 👨‍🍳🔥

He’s been busy in the kitchen putting the finishing touches to our brand new autumn/winter menu, launching very soon at The Cottage Loaf. 🍂

We’ve got some proper comfort food coming your way… watch this space! 👀

03/10/2026

Rise and shine! ☀️ The weekend is here, and there's no better way to kick it off than with a delightful breakfast at The Cottage Loaf! 🥞🥓 Treat yourself to mouth-watering dishes made from fresh, local ingredients in a cosy atmosphere. Whether you're craving a classic full English or something sweet, we've got you covered! 🍳❤️ Tag your breakfast buddy and plan your visit now!

02/10/2026

We’re getting very excited because our very first Artisan Market is just over TWO WEEKS away! 🛍️🍂

We’ve got over 20 brilliant local makers and traders joining us, bringing along their homemade goodies, artisan crafts, delicious food and plenty of local treats to browse.

So why not make a day of it? Come along, have a proper mooch around the stalls, discover something a little different, grab something tasty to eat and pick up a few lovely bits from our fantastic local traders. ❤️

There’ll be plenty to see, plenty to tempt you and, of course, a warm welcome waiting for you at The Cottage Loaf! 🍻

📅 Save the date
🎟️ Free entry
🚗 Free parking

𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬?
If you’re a local maker, trader or small business and would like to get involved, please email [email protected] for more information.

Come and support local, discover something new and make a day of it with us! ❤️

01/10/2026

🍂 New month, new season and a new chapter here at The Cottage Loaf!

And what better time to introduce you to a few new faces joining the Loaf family. ❤️

First up, say hello to James & Adrian, our new management team. They’ve already thrown themselves into life at the Loaf, bringing plenty of energy, ideas and, most importantly, a real passion for making sure everyone who walks through our doors feels at home.

And joining them in the kitchen is our new Head Chef, Joe 👨‍🍳 He’s already getting stuck in and bringing plenty of fresh ideas to the kitchen, with some exciting things in the pipeline.

We’re made up to have them all on board and can’t wait for you to get to know them as well as we have.

So, if you see James, Adrian or Joe around the Loaf, give them a warm Thurstaston welcome! ❤️

Here’s to the next chapter… see you at the bar! 🍻

29/09/2026

🚗✨ Don't miss our final car boot sale of the year happening this Saturday from 8 AM to 12 PM! 🌟 It's your last chance to score some amazing finds before we take a break. But don't worry...we'll be back in Spring 2027, bigger and better than ever! Mark your calendars and come shop with us! 🛒💖

28/09/2026

✨ This week’s special is made for sharing… ✨

Our Share Board is packed with tasty bites, including Blue Stilton & broccoli mini quiche, a fresh house salad and crispy Parmesan fries 🤤

All for just £9.95!

Perfect for a light lunch, a little midweek treat or sharing with the table. 🍽️

Available this week only…. don’t miss it!

25/09/2026

🥧🍗 Indulge in our Chicken & Ham Hock Pie, nestled in a rich and creamy sauce that will warm your soul! Served with crispy chips, seasonal vegetables, and lashings of gravy, this dish is pure comfort on a plate. Come treat yourself today! 😍✨

22/09/2026

Savour some tasty bites at the cottage loaf! 🍞✨ Ideal for those cosy nights or fun get togethers. Share your favourites below! 👇❤️

21/09/2026

🍂 THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL 🍂

Crispy pork belly, apple & c***r jus, bubble & squeak and charred vegetables.

Proper comfort food, packed with flavour and perfect for these cooler days. 🤤

Available this week at the Cottage Loaf … come and give it a try!

19/09/2026

🍂✨ Something new is coming to The Cottage Loaf this autumn!

We’re thrilled to announce a brand-new artisan market, teaming up with KC Artisan to bring together some of the very best local makers, creators and independent businesses the region has to offer.

Whether you’re looking to shop, showcase your products or simply enjoy a lovely autumn day out, we can’t wait to bring this one to Thurstaston! 🛍️🍁

Want to get involved?
For more information, please email [email protected].

🚨 TRADERS WANTED — NEW WIRRAL MARKET 🚨

🌿 KC Artisan is launching a brand-new regular artisan market at The Cottage Loaf, Thurstaston (CH61 0HJ) — one of the prettiest country pubs on the Wirral. 🏡✨

This is a proper destination venue. Walkers 🚶, cyclists 🚴, families 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 and locals already pour in for the b**r garden 🍻, pub food 🍴 and the Wirral Country Park right on the doorstep.

We’re turning that ready-made crowd into a buzzing Sunday market! 🛍️✨

📅 LAUNCH — Sunday 18th October
⏰ 11am–4pm

Then:
🍂 Sunday 15th November
🎄 Sunday 20th December
⏰ 11am–4pm

✨ WHAT YOU’LL GET

🛍️ A hand-picked artisan market — not a jumble sale

🎶 Live music, crafts, face painting 🎨 and plenty of family energy so people stay, browse and spend

📸 A stunning backdrop people actually want to photograph and share

📅 Regular dates so you can build a following at one spot

🙌 WE’RE LOOKING FOR MAKERS & SMALL BUSINESSES WITH SOMETHING UNIQUE:

🎁 Handmade gifts
💍 Jewellery
🕯️ Candles
🏺 Ceramics
🖼️ Prints
🏡 Homeware

🧁 Cakes & bakes
🧀 Cheese
🥧 Pies & other food — limited spaces

✨ And anything a little different that stops people in their tracks!

If you sell mass-produced high-street stuff, this isn’t the one. ❌

If you make it, bake it or design it — we want to hear from you! 🙌❤️

📩 APPLY NOW
📧 [email protected]

Tell us what you sell and send over some photos or your social links. 📸

⚡ Spaces will go. The first market is the launch — get in early and own the spot.

🏷️ Tag a trader who’d absolutely smash this!

🔄 Shares help more than you think. ❤️