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Liverpool News
New Businesses Move Into Baltic Creative CIC As Tenants Continue To Grow
Liverpool’s creative and digital hub Baltic Creative CIC has welcomed a number of new businesses to its community, as demand for space across its buildings continues. New tenants include creative media studio Helta Skelta, men’s jewellery brand Craft’d London and games developer Skyhook Games Studio, which has taken two suites at Digital House. Baltic Creative CIC has spent more than 15 years working with creative and digital businesses in the Baltic Triangle and provides workspace…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Open-Air Theatre, Ukuleles And Garden Parties Set For Calderstones Park Summer
A packed programme of open-air theatre, free garden parties, literary events and family festivals is set to return to Calderstones Park this summer, as Shared Reading charity The Reader unveils its Summer 2026 season. Taking place at the historic Grade II listed Mansion House, the programme brings together storytelling, wellbeing workshops, live performance and relaxed community gatherings, reinforcing Calderstones Park as one of Liverpool’s most vibrant cultural destinations during the National Year of Reading 2026.…
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Liverpool News
National Influencer Awards Returns to Liverpool This May with Star-Studded Guestlist
The Star Studded National Influencer Awards Returns to Liverpool this May, following on from the success of last years debut. The glitzy event will be returning to Liverpool on 22 May and taking place at the celeb hotspot, The Hilton Hotel in Liverpool City Centre. This unique event is a premier platform dedicated to celebrating excellence creativity and impact across the ever growing demand, importance and world of digital influence. The awards will recognise influencers…
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Arts and Culture
New Brighton’s Mural Trail Enters a New Era of Scale and Impact
For nearly eight years, New Brighton’s walls have been quietly doing the work. Not as a campaign. Not as a short-term project. As a sustained effort to build something visible, public and lasting. One mural at a time, the Victoria Quarter has evolved into an OpenAIR gallery that now sits at the centre of the town’s identity. That foundation is now in place. What happens next is scale. With three major new murals delivered in…
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Music
Live Review: Richard Ashcroft at M&S Bank Arena
Riding the wave of the public’s rekindled appetite for Britpop and everything that went along with the era, Richard Ashcroft took to the arena with the confidence of a man whose popularity has risen fivefold. Since his days in The Verve, Ashcroft has been recognised as one of the 1990s’ great exports – Urban Hymns is renowned as an indubitable masterpiece – but his profile as a songwriter hasn’t always matched his draw on the…
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Lifestyle
Thinking of Purchasing A Second-Hand Car? Here’s What You Should Know First
Buying a second-hand car might save you some money, but it also comes with risks if you’re new to the process. There are certain things to look out for, especially if you’d rather avoid getting stung by a bad deal! From hidden mechanical issues to unclear histories on a vehicle, it’s essential to do your homework before committing. Independent checks can also help you avoid costly mistakes and make sure the car is safe and…
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Lifestyle
Adding Storage Space To Your Home
With the average UK home measuring around 85–100 square metres, the pressure to make every room work harder has never been greater. Smart storage solutions can change how a home feels, like reducing clutter, improving flow, and making daily life significantly calmer. From exploiting overlooked corners to rethinking furniture choices entirely, there are practical options to suit every property. 1. Make Use of Awkward Spaces with Built-In Solutions Many homes contain areas that go entirely…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Parliament Square Coffee Opens New Flagship Site In Liverpool’s Business District
Parliament Square Coffee has officially opened the doors to its new flagship site on Cook Street, marking the next chapter for the rapidly growing speciality coffee and brunch brand. The impressive 3,500 sq ft venue, located just behind The Ivy, will welcome its first customers on Friday 27th March, bringing together exceptional coffee, a British-inspired brunch menu and a new in-house bakery offering under one roof. Parliament Square Coffee first launched on Parliament Street in…
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Things to do in Liverpool
BOXPARK Liverpool To Host City’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt, With 1,000 Hidden Eggs
BOXPARK Liverpool is set to host the city’s biggest Easter egg hunt with 1,000 eggs hidden throughout the venue. From Thursday 2 April to Monday 6 April, BOXPARK Liverpool will showcase a variety of events designed to appeal to all audiences during Easter week, from Easter egg hunts and family quizzes to bottomless brunches, live music and major sports screenings. Kicking off the celebrations on Thursday 2nd April is a special edition of BOXPARK’s much-loved…
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Liverpool News
Fitness Industry Stars Join Liverpools Stronger Together Event
Gladiators Giant, aka Jamie Bigg was in Liverpool over the weekend, guest speaking at the Stronger Together event at BOXPARK Liverpool. Stronger Together is the annual wellness event that sees brands and individuals from the health,fitness & wellbeing communities come together to motivate, collaborate and grow together. This years event saw the much loved Jamie Bigg aka Giant the Gladiator guest speak to an excited audience about his personal and career journey so far and…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Meet Formaggio: The Luxury Cheese Cart Creating a Buzz Across Liverpool
Today we meet Courtney the owner of new Liverpool business Formaggio that’s been stirring up a craze since launching just a week ago! Courtney, please can you tell us a little bit about Formaggio? We are a luxury mobile cheese cart, providing delicious cheeses, meats & crackers. We have 12 boxes available and guests can pick all of their favourite items to go in them. What made you set up this business? The idea initially…
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Festivals
Africa Oyé 2026 Adds Global Heavyweights From Mozambique, Trinidad & Senegal To Festival Line-up
Liverpool’s biggest celebration of African and Caribbean music has revealed another wave of international artists for 2026, with acts from Mozambique, Trinidad and Senegal joining an already impressive bill. Africa Oyé returns to Sefton Park on 20–21 June, bringing together global sounds, cultural experiences and family-friendly activities for a weekend festival that has become a staple of the city’s summer calendar. Legendary Mozambican band celebrate 40 years Joining the line-up is Ghorwane, one of Mozambique’s…
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Music
Kate Nash Joins Sound City 2026 With Special Set & Conference Appearance
Outspoken indie icon Kate Nash has been confirmed for Sound City 2026, leading a huge new wave of over 30 artists announced for the city’s flagship new music festival this May. The singer-songwriter, actor and activist will perform a full live set across the festival weekend, as well as appear in a special in-person Q&A at the Sound City+ Conference—just weeks after making headlines by telling British MPs: “I sell pictures of my bum on…
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Arts and Culture
52 For 26 Poetry Project: John Boyd
John Boyd – A wry look at domestic life and everyday frustrations. John Boyd is a poet, writer, and performer whose work often moves between humour and reflection. Poetry has long been his primary form, though in recent years he has explored playwriting, including an autobiographical comedy about a wedding. Despite these ventures, Boyd has consistently returned to the poem as his first and enduring creative outlet. The Laundry Blues, written some years ago, is based on a true…
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Liverpool News
Sefton Collection Expands Liverpool Portfolio with Launch of 19 Duke Street Boutique Hotel
Liverpool based Hospitality operator Sefton Collection has announced the opening of its latest boutique hotel, 19 Duke Street, located in the heart of Liverpool city centre. The 26-bedroom property occupies the former home of Lock and Key, previously recognised in The Sunday Times 100 Top British Hotels. Set within a Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse, the hotel combines period character with contemporary comfort following an investment of more than £100,000 to enhance and elevate the building’s original features. Each…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Celebrate The Grand National At Flight Club Liverpool With Prizes, Parties and a Spin to Win
With the excitement of the Grand National returning this April, Flight Club Liverpool is inviting locals and racegoers alike to keep the celebrations going with a week of prizes, drinks and unbeatable post-race vibes. From Wednesday 8 April to Sunday 12 April, the popular Social Darts bar in LiverpoolONE will be giving guests the chance to win fantastic prizes throughout race week – whether heading to the races or simply looking for somewhere lively to celebrate in…
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Arts and Culture
52 For 26 Poetry Project: Seán Street
Seán Street exploring the circles that shape a life. Time is a subject that circles us all, but for Seán Street it has become something of a lifelong companion—persistent, questioning, impossible to ignore. His poem, O, presented for the 52 for 26 Poetry Project, grows from that intimate preoccupation. Drawing on a striking idea from John Berger’s essay How to Resist a State of Forgetfulness, Street reflects on the notion that our lives are not simple points on…
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Music
Visions of Albion Return With Cinematic New Single ‘Avenues’
Liverpool’s ever-evolving music scene continues to produce artists who draw confidently from the past while carving out something distinctly their own, and Visions of Albion are a perfect example. Their new single Avenues, released today (13 March), is a beautifully layered track that leans into cinematic atmosphere while remaining rooted in classic songwriting craft. From the opening moments, Avenues establishes a sense of space and mood. There’s an unmistakable nod to the baroque pop sophistication…
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Liverpool News
Formby Cycles To Close After 30 Years
Formby Cycles, a long-established bike shop serving Merseyside for more than three decades, has announced it will close its doors following a final three-week closing down sale. Based in Formby, the well-known cycling retailer has supported riders of all levels for over 30 years, offering expert advice, servicing and a wide selection of bikes and accessories for the local community. To mark the end of an era, the store is now launching a three-week closing down sale,…
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Things to do in Liverpool
St Patrick’s Day in Liverpool 2026: The Ultimate Guide
St. Patrick’s Day is always a big celebration in Liverpool, and 2026 is no exception, with bars and venues across the city going all out with live music, flowing Guinness and Irish-inspired food and drink. From month-long takeovers to all-night parties, here are some of the best places to soak up the Irish spirit this March. Antonietta’s Gelato Factory Launches Limited-Edition Guinness Gelato Just in time for St Patrick’s Day, Antonietta’s Gelato Factory has unveiled…
