Rooted by the tide
An independent West Kirby meeting place shaped by the water, its regulars and the people behind the counter.
A familiar place with a new chapter
Tanskeys opened beside Marine Lake in 2010 and was run by Hannah Cleator and her family for around 15 years. In July 2025, long-serving head chef Jonathan Green and Maureen Hanson took over the business, beginning a new chapter for a familiar West Kirby venue.
The simple ideaGood food, warm welcomes and one of West Kirby’s most recognisable views.
- 2010
By the water
Tanskeys opens beside West Kirby Marine Lake.
- 15 years
A local favourite
Breakfasts, lunches, cakes, events and celebrations become part of local life.
- July 2025
A new chapter
Jonathan Green and Maureen Hanson take ownership.
- Today
Still independent
Still welcoming West Kirby by the tide.
Community by the water
Tanskeys has supported local events, private occasions and community fundraising over the years. A publicly accessible defibrillator was installed at the venue in 2026.
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