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Travel
Casa Batlló: A Journey Through Artistic Genius and Cutting-Edge Tech
Casa Batlló, which is famously Antoni Gaudí’s modernist masterpiece in Barcelona, is the perfect way to express what’s unique about Barcelona. It stands as a testament to architectural innovation. Being a UNESCO World Heritage site completed in 1906, it’s since evolved a lot over time. It was once just a passing-by tourist attraction, but is now a cultural experience that borders on transcendental. And, just like the city itself, it blends this old and newseamlessly. Gaudí’s artistic genius…
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Liverpool News
Hundreds Go The Extra Mile At Alzheimer’s Society’s Liverpool Memory Walk
A wave of blue washed over Liverpool as more than a thousand Alzheimer’s Society fundraisers walked to help end the devastation caused by dementia. Joining the event in Aintree, Liverpool at the weekend was Kacey Broster from Ellesmere Port. Kacey’s Nan died of Alzheimer’s disease a year ago and she and her Mum took part in the Memory Walk to mark the first anniversary of her passing. Kacey said: “It was a great day with…
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Music
Visions of Albion Bring ‘The Heat’ With Their New Single
With whispers of Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young and The Doors to name a few, Liverpool’s very own Visions of Albion are back with a brand new single The Heat. The songwriting duo consisting of Samantha Shields and Dan Ryan are a steadfast fixture on the local music scene, lorded for their sensational harmonies and enticing melodies. Currently in the process of recording their debut album, they have gifted us a teaser of what is to…
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Lifestyle
Embrace The Fun of Frequent Dinner Parties
One of the most rewarding ways to bring people together is through a time-honoured tradition: the dinner party. Hosting frequent dinner parties may seem like a daunting task, but with a change in mindset and a little planning, it can become an exciting and enjoyable part of your life. Not only does it provide the chance to connect with others, but it also encourages creativity, culinary exploration, and a sense of community. Let’s explore why…
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Bars in Liverpool
Albert’s Schloss Leads The Oktoberfest 2024 Celebrations In Liverpool
Albert’s Schloss is bringing the Oktoberfest celebrations to Liverpool this Autumn (21 September – 6 October). The best bit? No tickets, no entry fee and no booking required. The showtime entertainment that Schloss is so well known for is all included. Revellers are invited to enjoy an array of programmes throughout the 16 days, from Keg Tapping and Sausage Eating to the must-see spectacle of eclectic entertainment and best dressed competitions! It wouldn’t be Oktoberfest…
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Music
Midnight Curfew’s Latest Single ‘Ballad’ Will Have You Listening On Repeat At All Hours
Liverpool based four-piece Midnight Curfew released their brand new single Ballad in August. Despite the semi-sarcastic song title, the meaning of the song runs much deeper than that, lamenting the rollercoaster of emotions that is falling out of love with someone. The song starts out calm and gentle with an underlying tint of regret, until it soon builds into an ominous roar of guitars, drums, strings and lush vocals as the song builds to it’s…
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Culture in Liverpool
Preserving The Heart of Kensington: The Fight to Keep Kensington Library Alive
The weather in Liverpool this summer has been dreadful, with our skies constantly under attack by the monotonous grey clouds. However, on any gloomy day, Liverpool’s Kensington Library never fails to brighten things up, even though the library deals with constant adversity. A Historical Gem: Kensington Library’s Architectural Legacy Kensington Library, designed by architect Thomas Shelmerdine in the late 19th century and constructed in 1890, expanded by 1897 and eventually earned its status as a…
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Business
How Are Modern Payroll Systems Boosting Employee Engagement
Engagement remains an issue for many employers. A 2024 report revealed that the true cost of low worker engagement is almost nine trillion dollars globally. If you run one of the 5.6 million private businesses in the UK, it’s your duty to get the best out of your employees. They’re the people who will drive your success and make you money, after all. Making your workers feel more connected to their jobs can be done…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
New Interactive Exhibition, Art Plays Games, Opens 5 September at FACT Liverpool
Discover a free interactive exhibition dedicated to games created by digital artists and independent video game developers, open at FACT Liverpool from 5 September 2024 to Sunday 27 April 2025. Art Plays Games examines how artists are increasingly using games to offer alternative ways of making sense of the world today and to challenge conventional forms of storytelling. Over nine months, the exhibition artworks and games will rotate, introducing something new for audiences to experience with…
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Liverpool News
Liverpool ONE Leads The Way With New Accessibility Tools
Liverpool ONE is set to become the UK’s first retail destination to unveil two brand new schemes to improve accessibility for all visitors. With roughly 58,000 households in Liverpool City Region having at least one disabled member, which represents almost 40% of all households across the region, the new tools – Sociability and Waymap – piloted from today (28 August) are aiming to support visitors both ahead of their visit and once they are at…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Sapporo Unveils Private Dining Space Perfect For Enjoying Sushi And Small Plates
Sapporo, Liverpool’s first and only teppanyaki restaurant, has unveiled a new luxury space that’s perfect for private dining and intimate events, pre and post dinner drinks and where guests can tuck into sushi and Japanese small plates. The beautiful new conservatory has created a further offering for the restaurant that is renowned for its teppanyaki style dining. Guests who don’t want to experience a full teppanyaki show can relax in the new space whilst enjoying…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Storybarn Fest: One-Day Family Extravaganza Coming To Calderstones Park
National charity The Reader is celebrating the end of summer with a free one-day family-friendly festival. Storybarn Fest at The Storybarn, Calderstones Park, Liverpool, on Sunday 1 September, 11am – 5pm, is the perfect way to round off the summer holidays. The outdoor courtyards of The Storybarn and Ice Cream Parlour will be transformed into a vibrant, colourful family hub. Highlights will include a creative craft Imagination Station for children, Tell a Tale storytelling tent,…
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Music
Liverpool Slacker Punks alright (okay) Return With Anti-9-To-5 Rager ‘Elevator Etiquette’
Following their packed-out headline show at QUARRY, and recent shows alongside TV Priest and Alien Chicks, Liverpool-based alt rock band alright (okay) have returned with their second single of 2024 with the stomping “anti-9 to 5 rager” Elevator Etiquette, released on 23 August. Recorded at 3rd Planet Studios with Andy Ferinhough, the track is a roaring tune driven by blaring guitar riffs, heavy drums, and a tempo moving at an urgent pace, akin to the ‘8:15 stampede’. Stylistically…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Art School Celebrates 10th Anniversary This September
The Art School in Liverpool will celebrate reaching a decade in business this September. Chef Patron and owner Paul Askew’s restaurant is one of the UK’s leading fine-dining destinations, and during the last decade has been pivotal in helping to shape the city region’s gastronomic ambitions. It’s a truly momentous occasion for Paul and his team who continue to work from their beautiful Victorian home on Sugnall Street. A series of special events are planned…
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Festivals
Royal Albert Dock Announces Lineup For Free Bank Holiday Festival, Soundbites
As part of its packed programme for Festival of Summer, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has announced the full lineup for its new free music, food and drink festival, Soundbites. From 2pm, three micro stages will pop up across the estate this bank holiday Saturday and Sunday with visitors able to hear feel-good tunes in Mermaid Courtyard, Britannia Courtyard and in front of the Martin Luther King Jr. Building. Enjoy performances from headliners, Casino (@casino_band_) at…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The Hightown Pub To Re-Open Thanks To GSG Hospitality
GSG Hospitality has announced the acquisition of The Hightown Pub, marking an exciting expansion for the group who are behind Duke Street Market, NORD, Bold Street Coffee and more. In collaboration with Executive Head Chef Daniel Heffy, alongside esteemed partners Matt Farrell and John Ennis, GSG is set to revolutionise the traditional pub experience with a menu that steps away from typical gastro pub offerings. This move follows the recent Michelin listing for NORD, cementing…
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Bars in Liverpool
Lost In Seel Street: The New Moroccan-Inspired Sports Bar And Live Lounge
A stylish new addition has arrived on Seel Street, bringing a unique blend of Moroccan and European influences to Liverpool’s nightlife. Lost in Seel Street, the sister bar to the popular Lost in Lark Lane, offers a fresh take on the city’s bar scene with its vibrant décor, live sports, and music. Manager Hannah says the venue aims to be more than just another bar: “It’s a beautifully decorated bar which we specifically created so…
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Festivals
La Feria Festival Returns To Celebrate Latin American Culture In Liverpool
Luma Creations is delighted to announce the 6th annual La Feria Festival in Liverpool, a vibrant celebration of the beauty and diversity of Latin American culture. Running from 10 – 15 September, the city will come alive with music, dance, theatre, art, and food, offering an immersive experience embodying the essence of Latin America, across a series of iconic venues. This year’s festival promises a thrilling array of events and activities that highlight the rich cultural…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Experience Christmas Magic At Liverpool’s Kings Dock With Christmas-Shire Adventure
A unique and interactive festive adventure is set to light up Liverpool’s Kings Dock this Christmas season, offering families an extraordinary journey through the enchanted world of Christmas-Shire. Running from Saturday 16 November to Sunday 22 December 2024, this one-of-a-kind event promises a theatrical experience filled with fun, festive magic, and heartwarming encounters. In the heart of Christmas-Shire, Nutmeg the elf has been in charge of looking after the Christmas magic. Unfortunately, it seems Nutmeg…
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Things to do in Liverpool
‘Island of Foam’ Immersive Experience To Take Over Liverpool ONE
An explosion of rainbow-coloured foam is set to take over Liverpool ONE this August. ‘Island of Foam’, a dynamic and temporary art installation by German artist Stephanie Lüning, will transform the Sugar House Steps near Liverpool ONE’s John Lewis on Saturday 31 August, from 2pm onwards. Commissioned by Culture Liverpool in partnership with Global Streets, this immersive spectacle will see vibrantly coloured foam grow, flow, and ultimately engulf the steps, completely altering the familiar space.…
