Wayward pirates One-Eyed Owen and Ironhook Ian are shipwrecked – they had been sent by their captain, Roger de Wiles, on a boat to explore the coast of the Wirral but rebelled and went looking for treasure instead. Having crashed into the shore at a place called “Ferry of the Rocks”, the lost pair of pirates have made their way inland to the tropical settlement of Spital. Join the pirates for a weekend of mayhem as they learn about God’s lovingly relentless search for those who are lost and that there is a way back to Him for all through three stories told by the greatest captain of all – Jesus!
Weekend at a glance
Friday 18th August
4.00pm – 6.00pm
First Watch: The Lost Sheep
Join us for the parable of The Lost Sheep with themed activities, followed by a hot dog feast around our camp fire.
Saturday 19th August
10.00am – c. 2.30pm
Second Watch: The Lost Coin
10.00am
Children join us for the next instalment of our weekend with the story of The Lost Coin, with crafts and games.
12.00noon – c. 2.30pm
Parents re-join us for a lunch feast followed by a Treasure Hunt game at 1.15pm around the Spital estate.
Sunday 20th August
10.30pm – 1.30pm
Thrid Watch: The Lost Son
10.30am
All join together with the Holy Trinity Church Family for the final parable, The Lost Son, in an all-age service.
11.45am – 1.30pm
Bring your own pirate picnic and join our Pirate feast – hopefully outside!
FAQs
Can parents stay? Do parents need to stay? Parents are encouraged to stay on the Friday and Sunday sessions though not essential. Parents are not expected to attend on the Saturday morning but can if they wish. They are however required to accompany their child for the Treasure Hunt round the estate on the Saturday afternoon.
My child can only come for some of the weekend – is that OK? Being there for all the sessions will allow your child to get the most out of what is being presented. However if they can only come for some of it, that is fine – we’d rather they came for some than not at all!
Is there a charge? No, this is a free event – you will not need to dip into your own treasure to pay!
Do I need to book? Booking is helpful for planning and knowing who is coming. Whilst we will try to accommodate those who turn up without booking, no guarantee can be made.
If you have any questions not answered here, please email