Culture, Craft & Civic Reconstruction

Wayfarers Arcade, Southport

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The Arcade Project is a working programme of cultural, craft, and civic activity based in Wayfarers Arcade, Southport.

We restore buildings, host music, and develop new forms of learning rooted in place.

The Engine Room

Music, sessions, gatherings

Heritage Guild Clubs

Craft, heritage, seasonal festivals

Victorianesque Excursions

Travel, place, imagination

Arts & Crafts Institute

Learning through building

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Upcoming Events

31 July 2026, 7:00 pm

The Engine Room, Wayfarers Arcade

A Friday night open mic at The Engine Room for original songs, new writing and works in progress, hosted by Liam. Read More >>

2 August 2026, 2:00 pm

The Engine Room, Wayfarers Arcade

Fortnightly traditional Irish session. Free entry. Bar open. Players welcome. Read More >>

9 August 2026, 2:00 pm

The Engine Room, Wayfarers Arcade

Honky Tonk, Country, Bluegrass & Roots Music at The Engine Room Read More >>

13 August 2026, 1:30 pm

The Engine Room, Wayfarers Arcade

Live jazz on a Thursday afternoon. Boaters optional. Good company essential. Read More >>

5 September 2026, 7:00 pm

The Engine Room, Wayfarers Arcade

Country. Rockabilly. Retro classics. The Mystery Prize bring guitar, double bass and vintage charm to their monthly residency at The Engine Read More >>

9 October 2026, 7:00 pm

The Engine Room, Wayfarers Arcade

The authentic sounds of 1920s and ’30s America: jazz, blues, ragtime, gospel and old-time entertainment from the acclaimed Jake Leg Jug Band Read More >>

Where are we?

Wayfarers Arcade, Southport

A Grade II listed Victorian arcade built in 1898 in the centre of Southport. It has been partially vacant for years. We are reactivating it through use.

44 Wayfarers Arcade
Southport PR8 1NT
Open Thu – Sat

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