The reserve collection

Alongside what's on display, the museum holds a store of stones awaiting further research — recorded and photographed here for a rare look at pieces the public doesn't usually see.

Front part of a carved column, accession CDBM 031

In addition to the artefacts on display to the public, the West Kirby Museum has a collection held in storage awaiting further analysis and interpretation. Hopefully one day these will be available to view in person — in the meantime, this is a rare glimpse of these rarely-seen artefacts.

Plan ahead

Bringing a group, or tracing local history?

Group visits

Bring a group to the museum

Clubs, schools, historical societies and social groups are welcome by arrangement — £2 per head, up to 20 people, with two weeks' notice.

Book a group visit

Research Group

Researching West Kirby's past?

Our Research Group holds decades of local material — including records of who lived and worked in individual houses and shops across the village. Genuine enquiries are welcome.

Contact the Research Group