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Lifestyle
How Confident Are the Nation’s Drivers? A Look at the Evidence
For most people, driving feels familiar and controlled. Yet confidence behind the wheel can shift depending on your experience and the situation in front of you. While 82% of drivers say they feel generally safe on UK roads, that sense of ease doesn’t always hold in more demanding moments. When you look closer, your confidence often depends on factors such as age and the conditions you face on any given journey. Does Our Age Impact…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Gran Caffè Celebrates Gold and Silver Wins at Prestigious Culinary Competition
Liverpool’s Gran Caffè is celebrating a remarkable achievement after securing both Gold and Silver awards at the renowned International Salon Culinaire, one of the world’s most respected culinary competitions that recently took place at Excel in London. Held annually, the International Salon Culinaire brings together elite chefs in a live and static competition environment, where dishes are judged to exacting professional standards. Winning at this level is widely regarded as a mark of excellence within…
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Music
Naomi Campbell’s ‘The Cottage’ Is A Hauntingly Beautiful Folk Ballad
Liverpool-based Irish singer-songwriter Naomi Campbell continues her steady rise with her latest single The Cottage. Serving as the lead track from her upcoming debut EP, The Cottage showcases Campbell’s evolving sound, which has gradually expanded from her folk and Americana roots into something more expansive, drawing subtle influence from soul and R&B. The result is a track that feels both intimate and cinematic, anchored by her dynamic and evocative vocal performance. Recorded at Whitewood Studio…
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Liverpool News
Pop Up Police Museum Opens At Metquarter
Metquarter has welcomed a unique and educational pop-up museum to the centre in partnership with Merseyside Police. The Merseyside Police Museum will open to the public on the ground floor of the centre from Tuesday 7 April 2026 for a six-week period. The museum will be open Monday – Wednesday, from 10am to 4pm, offering visitors an immersive insight into the history of policing over the years. The free museum will showcase the evolution of…
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Liverpool News
Sutton Kersh Sells Six Million At Their Second Auction of The Year
The end of the financial year and the start of Spring always sees Sutton Kersh have an action packed auction. This year the team sold £6 million pounds worth of property and considering the current climate, is a pretty impressive result. This brings their year to date figure to just under £12 million pounds worth of sales.A mixture of vacant residential properties stole the show, especially these two in South Liverpool. 7 Manvers Road in…
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Health
The Importance of Accessibility In Improving Healthcare
Across the UK, many people face small but significant barriers to healthcare. These limitations don’t just shape the speed with which people are seen – they can prevent people seeking help at all. Ensuring everyone has equal access to services is therefore essential in minimising the risk of serious issues. Discover how accessibility issues in healthcare can cause harm and how they’re being addressed to improve the system and the nation’s wellbeing as a whole. …
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Music
Review: So Long, Good Friday
Kicking off the 2026 UK festival season was So Long, Good Friday, a highly anticipated showcase of genre-bending music located in Liverpool’s own Baltic Triangle. With headliners such as Fat Dog and Brigitte Calls Me Baby, the newcomer festival was sure to be one to remember. Sprawled across multiple venue spaces (Camp and Furnace, District, Hangar 34 and Lost Art), So Long, Good Friday gave voice to upcoming artists predominantly from the Northwest. Faced with a decline in grassroots venues, artists from the North especially need opportunities like So Long, Good Friday…
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Arts and Culture
Leap Dance Festival Reveals 2026 Programme
Leap Dance Festival returns to Liverpool City Region venues next month promising an unmissable fortnight of brilliant performances, workshops and fantastic free events for all the family. The annual festival of dance will take place at theatres, cultural venues and in public spaces between Friday 24 April and Saturday 9 May 2026. Audiences can enjoy stunning new performances from some of the UK’s most exciting contemporary dance companies along with a must-see programme of work from talented dancers from…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
New Contemporary Indian Restaurant White Tiger To Open At King’s Dock
A new contemporary Indian restaurant is set to open on Liverpool’s Kings Dock this May, bringing a vibrant and flavour-led dining experience inspired by the rich diversity of Indian cuisine. White Tiger, created by Merseyside-based doctors and long-time friends Meenal Abhyankar and Dhanya Kalathil, will introduce a new concept to the city, one that moves beyond the expected to celebrate the depth, regionality and creativity of Indian food. Meenal and Dhanya, both 47, have spent…
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Music
In Conversation: The Kowloons
The Kowloons are quickly carving out a reputation for their catchy melodies and authentic indie sound, drawing inspiration from Britpop greats while pushing confidently into new territory. With a new EP out this month and a series of standout live dates lined up, we caught up with the band to talk influences, Liverpool’s thriving music scene, and what 2026 has in store. For people who are just discovering you, how would you describe The Kowloons…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Dicey Reilly’s Celebrates 2nd Birthday with Week-Long Grand National Festival Celebrations
Dicey Reilly’s getting ready to celebrate their 2nd birthday, taking place from 6 – 12 April, coinciding with the iconic Grand National weekend and you will not want to miss it. Marking two years of unforgettable nights, live entertainment, and authentic Irish hospitality, the venue is set to host a seven-day celebration packed with events, exclusive offers, and exciting new experiences. Bringing together “2 Years of Craic, 3 Days of Racing, 1 Massive Party,” Dicey Reilly’s will…
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Liverpool News
Easter Fun Springs to Life at Liverpool ONE
Liverpool ONE’s free Easter Party made an egg-citing return this Good Friday (3 April) with something for everybunny! Hosted by local presenters, Jay Hynd and Gemma Cutting, from 11am to 5pm, the party’s packed programme was fun-filled with Easter treats – from bonnet-making to special Easter games. Visitors were greeted by Easter walkabout characters including Plucky the Chicken, walking plant pots and even two bunnies. Over 100 children entered their egg-stravagant handmade designs into the Easter bonnet…
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Music
Dealer’s Choice Release Bold New Single ‘Apex’
Liverpool-based duo Dealer’s Choice continue to build momentum with the release of their second single Apex, a confident follow-up to their debut track Some Kind of Way, which generated early buzz across the Merseyside music scene earlier this year. Comprised of Irish cousins Joe McHugh and Barry Mullaney, Dealer’s Choice occupy an exciting space between alternative and electronic music, blending dancefloor-ready grooves with thoughtful, introspective undertones. With Apex, the pair lean further into their high-energy…
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Music
Live Review: Gorillaz at M&S Bank Arena
Fresh from the release of their ninth studio album, The Mountain, Gorillaz put on a dazzling show, worthy of the 15 year wait since their last Liverpool performance in 2001. Jampacked with household classics and soon-to-be hits, the native, so-called ‘virtual band’ filled out the iconic M&S Bank Arena with fans young and old- proving the universality of their brand and music. Set during the peak of the newly released album, The Mountain, the tour with the aptly same name, celebrated…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Watering Can, Launches Luxury Afternoon Tea
Nestled within the picturesque surroundings of Greenbank Park, Liverpool’s much-loved café bistro, The Watering Can, has launched its new Luxury Afternoon Tea. Guests can book today by calling 0151 319 2366 to enjoy the exquisite experience which is available from Monday 13 April. Indulge in one of Britain’s most cherished traditions in a refined yet relaxed setting, as The Watering Can introduces a beautifully curated afternoon tea experience in the heart of South Liverpool. The new offering was…
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Things to do in Liverpool
BOXPARK Liverpool Goes Bigger for Grand National Weekend
BOXPARK Liverpool has revealed the full line-up of street food traders, bars and live entertainment set to take over an even bigger enclosure inside the Festival Zone at the Randox Grand National Festival 2026, as the brand returns to Aintree Racecourse with a space more than double the size of last year. Following the announcement of a multi-year partnership with Aintree Racecourse and The Jockey Club, BOXPARK Liverpool will transform a huge enclosure inside the…
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Lifestyle
Hidden Touches That’ll Elevate Your Wedding Day
What stays with guests after a wedding isn’t the schedule or the centrepieces, but how the day made them feel. Guests notice comfort and authenticity long before they register perfection. When you look beyond the obvious elements and shape smaller, thoughtful details, you create a day that feels considered rather than staged. These quieter choices offer clarity about what matters to you and a willingness to prioritise experience over appearance. Personalised Guest Experiences When you…
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Music
The Feel Social Lands At Deluca’s This May With Special Guest DJ Allister Whitehead
This May, Liverpool venue DeLuca’s introduces something new to the city’s social calendar. The Feel Social arrives with positive and welcome vibes for those who genuinely care about music, played the way it should be. Taking place on Saturday 2nd May, from 4pm–11pm, the event reimagines the traditional day party, offering a carefully curated journey through sound. At its core is a deep appreciation for mid-century vinyl culture, with sets rooted in soul, funk and…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Meet Peter Rabbit and Enjoy a Mouth-Watering Roast at Liverpool’s Sefton Park Hotel this Easter Sunday
This Easter Sunday, families can hop into a bunny-filled celebration at the newly renovated Sefton Park Hotel, a stunning Victorian villa steeped in local history with breathtaking views over Liverpool’s favourite Sefton Park. Following a £250,000 makeover, the hotel is ready to welcome families for a day of Easter fun, food, and frolics in the refreshed function room. On Sunday, April 5th, guests can enjoy a traditional, home-cooked two-course Sunday roast (£30 per adult, £20…
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Music
Mike Ryan and the Salty Oranges Reflect on Connection in ‘Talking Like an Elephant’
Wirral-based singer-songwriter Mike Ryan and the Salty Oranges return with Talking Like an Elephant, a quietly affecting single rooted in emotional honesty and understated storytelling. The release also marks the official naming of his band, The Salty Oranges – a playful detail that signals a new and more defined chapter, as the project evolves into a fuller band sound. A firm favourite in the local music scene, Ryan has gone from strength to strength in…
