An Evening with Sherrie Hewson
Briars Hall Hotel & Restaurant, Ormskirk, L40 5TH
Friday 13th November 2026
Up Front and personal with Sherrie Hewson
Her Career, Her Life, Her Stories
Join us for a very special evening with one of Britain's best-known and most entertaining television personalities, Sherrie Hewson.
With a remarkable career spanning more than five decades, Sherrie has become a familiar face to millions through some of Britain's biggest television programmes.
From her early days training at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Sherrie went on to establish a hugely successful career across television, film and theatre. Her early screen appearances included Z-Cars and the classic Carry On Behind, before she became a regular fixture of British television comedy and drama.
Soap fans will immediately remember Sherrie as the unforgettable Maureen Holdsworth in Coronation Street, while she later appeared as Virginia Raven in Crossroads and Lesley Meredith in Emmerdale.
Another generation of viewers came to know and love her as the formidable and wonderfully outrageous Joyce Temple-Savage, manager of the Solana Hotel in ITV's hugely popular comedy Benidorm.
For many years Sherrie was also one of the most recognisable faces on Loose Women, where her humour, honesty and willingness to say exactly what she thought made her a firm favourite with viewers.
But behind the television characters is an equally fascinating personal story.
An Evening with Sherrie Hewson will give audiences the opportunity to hear Sherrie talk openly about her extraordinary career and life — the successes, the disappointments, the famous faces she has worked alongside, the laughter behind the scenes and the stories that never made it onto television.
Expect plenty of memories from Coronation Street, Benidorm, Loose Women and a lifetime in showbusiness, together with the humour and honesty that have made Sherrie such an enduring personality.
The evening will also include an audience Q&A, giving guests the opportunity to put their own questions directly to Sherrie.
Funny, revealing, nostalgic and occasionally unexpected, this promises to be much more than a look back at a television career.
It's the story of Sherrie Hewson — told by Sherrie herself.
Some of her earliest TV appearances include Within These Walls, The Moonstone, Z Cars, The Sandbaggers, Juliet Bravo, The Gentle Touch, Play for Today and Afternoon Off. She also performed in Carry On Laughing, The Slipper and the Rose, Love for Lydia, Hanover Street, Madhouse and In Loving Memory in her early career.
John Martin Compere & Comedian.
John Martin is a Liverpool-born comedian, author, and writer, renowned for his rapid-fire, interactive comedy and Guinness World Record for continuous joke-telling. Early Life and Background John Martin was born on 29 September 1962 in Liverpool, England. He began his journey into comedy at an early age and became the UK's first government-sponsored comedian, receiving support under the enterprise allowance scheme Wikipedia. His clean, fresh, and highly adaptable comedic style quickly gained recognition. Comedy Career John Martin is celebrated for his interactive and topical comedy, often delivering material with remarkable speed and wit jomartinmanagement.co.uk. He has performed globally, including in New Zealand, the United States, Australia, and South Africa, and is a favourite at corporate events, after-dinner functions, and cruise ship performances riversideentertainments.co.uk+1. His comedy is known for being clean, razor-sharp, and crowd-engaging, earning him standing ovations and admiration from legendary comedians like Sir Ken Dodd, who called him a "marvelous comedian" and his personal favorite Wikipedia.Guinness World RecordIn the early 1990s, John Martin set a Guinness World Record for continuous joke-telling, lasting an astonishing 101 hours and 39 minutes, showcasing his encyclopedic knowledge of jokes and extraordinary stamina jomartinmanagement.co.uk+2.Writing and Historical Interests Beyond performing, Martin is a prolific comedy writer, having crafted material for British comedy icons such as Ken Dodd, Bob Monkhouse, and Jimmy Tarbuck . He is also a keen military historian and author, with books including Ambushed – Six Bloody Chapters in History, Ambushed 2 – Six More Bloody Chapters in History, and The Mirror Caught the Sun: Operation Anthropoid 1942 Wikipedia+1. He often combines his historical knowledge with lectures and presentations, adding depth to his public engagements. Notable Performances John Martin has entertained a wide range of high-profile clients, including the Houses of Parliament, Hilton Hotels, Barclays, British Telecom, and various party conference dinners riversideentertainments.co.uk. His ability to tailor performances to corporate or private audiences while maintaining humour and engagement has made him a sought-after entertainer. Style and Recognition known as the world’s first interactive comedian, Martin excels in ad-libbing and topical humour, keeping his material fresh and relevant jomartinmanagement.co.uk+1. His performances are energetic, engaging, and often described as a "human joke factory" due to his rapid-fire delivery and vast repertoire of jokes. John Martin remains a prominent figure in British comedy, combining performance, writing, and historical expertise to deliver memorable entertainment experiences worldwide.
Dave Broe
Singer / Entertainer.
A Passion for music and entertaining….
Dave is a great, natural performer and has had over 20 years experience singing at Private and Corporate Events, Weddings and Theatres around UK and Europe. Dave understands this is your special day and will work hard to ensure you have a fabulous time.
Her Career, Her Life, Her Stories
Join us for a very special evening with one of Britain's best-known and most entertaining television personalities, Sherrie Hewson.
With a remarkable career spanning more than five decades, Sherrie has become a familiar face to millions through some of Britain's biggest television programmes.
From her early days training at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Sherrie went on to establish a hugely successful career across television, film and theatre. Her early screen appearances included Z-Cars and the classic Carry On Behind, before she became a regular fixture of British television comedy and drama.
Soap fans will immediately remember Sherrie as the unforgettable Maureen Holdsworth in Coronation Street, while she later appeared as Virginia Raven in Crossroads and Lesley Meredith in Emmerdale.
Another generation of viewers came to know and love her as the formidable and wonderfully outrageous Joyce Temple-Savage, manager of the Solana Hotel in ITV's hugely popular comedy Benidorm.
For many years Sherrie was also one of the most recognisable faces on Loose Women, where her humour, honesty and willingness to say exactly what she thought made her a firm favourite with viewers.
But behind the television characters is an equally fascinating personal story.
An Evening with Sherrie Hewson will give audiences the opportunity to hear Sherrie talk openly about her extraordinary career and life — the successes, the disappointments, the famous faces she has worked alongside, the laughter behind the scenes and the stories that never made it onto television.
Expect plenty of memories from Coronation Street, Benidorm, Loose Women and a lifetime in showbusiness, together with the humour and honesty that have made Sherrie such an enduring personality.
The evening will also include an audience Q&A, giving guests the opportunity to put their own questions directly to Sherrie.
Funny, revealing, nostalgic and occasionally unexpected, this promises to be much more than a look back at a television career.
It's the story of Sherrie Hewson — told by Sherrie herself.
Some of her earliest TV appearances include Within These Walls, The Moonstone, Z Cars, The Sandbaggers, Juliet Bravo, The Gentle Touch, Play for Today and Afternoon Off. She also performed in Carry On Laughing, The Slipper and the Rose, Love for Lydia, Hanover Street, Madhouse and In Loving Memory in her early career.
John Martin Compere & Comedian.
John Martin is a Liverpool-born comedian, author, and writer, renowned for his rapid-fire, interactive comedy and Guinness World Record for continuous joke-telling. Early Life and Background John Martin was born on 29 September 1962 in Liverpool, England. He began his journey into comedy at an early age and became the UK's first government-sponsored comedian, receiving support under the enterprise allowance scheme Wikipedia. His clean, fresh, and highly adaptable comedic style quickly gained recognition. Comedy Career John Martin is celebrated for his interactive and topical comedy, often delivering material with remarkable speed and wit jomartinmanagement.co.uk. He has performed globally, including in New Zealand, the United States, Australia, and South Africa, and is a favourite at corporate events, after-dinner functions, and cruise ship performances riversideentertainments.co.uk+1. His comedy is known for being clean, razor-sharp, and crowd-engaging, earning him standing ovations and admiration from legendary comedians like Sir Ken Dodd, who called him a "marvelous comedian" and his personal favorite Wikipedia.Guinness World RecordIn the early 1990s, John Martin set a Guinness World Record for continuous joke-telling, lasting an astonishing 101 hours and 39 minutes, showcasing his encyclopedic knowledge of jokes and extraordinary stamina jomartinmanagement.co.uk+2.Writing and Historical Interests Beyond performing, Martin is a prolific comedy writer, having crafted material for British comedy icons such as Ken Dodd, Bob Monkhouse, and Jimmy Tarbuck . He is also a keen military historian and author, with books including Ambushed – Six Bloody Chapters in History, Ambushed 2 – Six More Bloody Chapters in History, and The Mirror Caught the Sun: Operation Anthropoid 1942 Wikipedia+1. He often combines his historical knowledge with lectures and presentations, adding depth to his public engagements. Notable Performances John Martin has entertained a wide range of high-profile clients, including the Houses of Parliament, Hilton Hotels, Barclays, British Telecom, and various party conference dinners riversideentertainments.co.uk. His ability to tailor performances to corporate or private audiences while maintaining humour and engagement has made him a sought-after entertainer. Style and Recognition known as the world’s first interactive comedian, Martin excels in ad-libbing and topical humour, keeping his material fresh and relevant jomartinmanagement.co.uk+1. His performances are energetic, engaging, and often described as a "human joke factory" due to his rapid-fire delivery and vast repertoire of jokes. John Martin remains a prominent figure in British comedy, combining performance, writing, and historical expertise to deliver memorable entertainment experiences worldwide.
Dave Broe
Singer / Entertainer.
A Passion for music and entertaining….
Dave is a great, natural performer and has had over 20 years experience singing at Private and Corporate Events, Weddings and Theatres around UK and Europe. Dave understands this is your special day and will work hard to ensure you have a fabulous time.
Price
Ticket price incl. booking fee
£26.35 - £42.16
