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Fun Things to do in Liverpool
Croxteth Park Miniature Railway Re-Opens This June
The beloved Croxteth Park Miniature Railway is set to make a triumphant return! Tickets are now available for the official reopening on Sunday, 9 June. After months of dedicated effort, the railway will open to the public at 11:30 am. The restoration of this cherished 7 1/4 Miniature Railway has been a true community endeavour, spearheaded by local resident Kevin Brown, Liverpool City Council, Croxteth Hall and Park, and a committed team of volunteers. To…
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Festivals
Liverpool Post Punk Band Pleasure Island Announce The Penny Lane Weekender 2024
Pleasure Island are pleased to announce the first artists for the Penny Lane Weekender, which is taking place on the 2 – 4 August 2024 across several venues on Penny Lane. this is the second year the festival has taken place and it is set to become an annual event. The first acts to be announced are Alien Izz, Astles, Austerity Dogs, Benno, Bleach Brain, COW, Dreampark, Drew Friel, Dynastain, ELLiS-D, Evil Pink Machine, Kingsley Beat, Lazygirl, Ming…
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Fun Things to do in Liverpool
Upside Down House To Open At Liverpool ONE
Liverpool ONE is set to become even more exciting with the arrival of a brand new attraction – Upside Down House, opening its doors on Monday 27 May, just in time for half term. This quirky and fun-filled attraction promises to be a must-visit spot for families and friends looking to let their imaginations run wild. The Upside Down House is a unique museum of illusions that defies gravity, offering a plethora of unbelievable photo…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Taylor Swift Takes Liverpool: Celebrate With These Taylor-Themed Events
With less than a month to go until Taylor Swift brings The Eras Tour to Anfield Stadium for three nights in June, Liverpool is buzzing with excitement. In typical Liverpool fashion, the city has embraced Taylor’s arrival with a whole host of themed events to celebrate the chart-topping artist. From brunches and drag queens to craft activities and album takeovers, Liverpool will be transformed into a Swiftie’s dreamland. As the countdown to the sure-to-be legendary…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Liverpool To Turn Into Taylor Town To Celebrate Taylor Swift Sold Out Shows This June
Plans have been announced to turn Liverpool into Taylor Town in time for Taylor Swift’s sold-out shows at Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium this June. As the latest event in the city’s ‘Liverpool Loves’ campaign, the aim is for the whole city to come alive for the gigs and show why Liverpool is the UK’s best major event city. Taylor Town Trail The Taylor Town Trail will be the centrepiece with 11 art installations, each inspired by a different…
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Liverpool News
New Images of £100m Liverpool Baltic Station Revealed
New images of the £100m Liverpool Baltic station scheme have been revealed – showing how the new rail link will look in the heart of one of the city region’s fastest growing areas. The new station is one of four planned by recently re-elected Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram, who has committed to completing the project by the end of 2027 – a year ahead of its current schedule. Mayor Rotheram has also pledged…
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Lifestyle
4 Ways To Support And Encourage Wildlife To Your Local Area
Animal lovers countrywide rejoice when they spot new families of birds and other creatures in their local parks, woodlands and (best of all) in their own back garden. There is a wide plethora of relatively simple ways to support wildlife in your local area, and here are four of the most effective. 1. Let the Grass Grow! Often, too many people cannot understand why they rarely see hedgehogs wandering around the edge of their garden…
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Travel
3 Unique Holidays From Liverpool Airport
Liverpool Airport offers a great variety of classic beach holiday destinations, including Spain, Turkey, Greece, and many others. However, if you are looking for something different, you can also find more unique holiday destinations and activities. So, here are three great examples of them! 1. Walking holidays in Italy Italy is home to some of the most breathtaking walking routes, including the Amalfi Coast with its stunning coastal paths, the Cinque Terre’s five picturesque villages…
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Fun Things to do in Liverpool
Laser Projected Football Pitch Coming To Liverpool
Pepsi MAX’s Hidden Pitch tour is due to arrive at its next stop in Chavasse Park in Liverpool, on Thursday 23 May. Set amidst the vibrant energy of the city, the park provides an ideal backdrop for this first-of-its-kind immersive experience, where football enjoyment knows no bounds. Passers by can simply grab a can of Pepsi MAX and scan it at a purpose-built, specialty vending machine with an element of surprise: instead of cans, it’ll…
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Football
Why You Should Visit Merseyside’s Other Football Clubs
Liverpool has always been a city of footballing giants. If you have blue or red running through your veins, you will find the city is always a great place to be a football fan. This is enhanced when you consider how close its great rivals are in the neighbouring boroughs of Greater Manchester. However, it is not just the top-flight clubs you should visit. They Need the Money Lower-league clubs need your money. Football is…
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Lifestyle
The Art of Wine Tasting: A Beginner’s Guide to Enjoying Red Wines
Introduction: Wine tasting is not just an activity; it’s an immersive experience that engages all the senses, unveiling a world of complexity and delight with each sip. For beginners, delving into the realm of red wine tasting might seem daunting, but fear not! With a bit of guidance and exploration, anyone can learn to appreciate the nuances and pleasures that red wines offer. In this comprehensive beginner’s guide, we’ll delve into the art of wine…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Italian Family-Run Cafe Francie’s Opens At Royal Albert Dock
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has welcomed a new addition to its impressive food and drink offering, with the opening of family-run Italian cafe, Francie’s Focaccia & Coffee. Located on the dock’s Colonnades, Francie’s is the perfect spot to go for an authentic focaccia sandwich, signature cappuccino, or even a post-work drink on a warm summer’s evening. Launched by Liverpool-based siblings, the concept of Francie’s has been created by drawing on their family heritage and shared…
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Music
Motel Sundown Release 70s-Inspired Single ‘Your House’
Motel Sundown’s latest release, Your House, is the fourth single from their upcoming EP El Dorado, set to release in June 2024. Your House features much beloved aspects of 70s music such as layered acoustics and a latin-esque rhythm section. The acoustic guitar is accompanied by wonderful three-part harmonies reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The band, formed in 2018, strives to combine the sounds of artists they grew up with,…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
I am Doner Launches New Flavours & Menu Items
No one does kebabs quite like I am Doner —they didn’t win a kebab award for nothing! Unlike many other quick service brands I am Doner keeps its menu pretty simple but it’s time for them to add some new flavours to their menu. I am Doner is known for its quirky and crazy specials like camel, lamb hearts, reindeer and Christmas dinner in a kebab but since opening in 2016 has made minimal amends to…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
I am Doner Expands to Woolton with Second Liverpool Store
Award-winning kebab brand, I am Doner is opening a second Liverpool store in Woolton, taking on the former Buffalo & Tabasco site on Woolton Street. After a successful launch into the region in Bootle in December 2022, this pop up store will open today (3 May) with a special launch offer for its fans. 20% off for all customers on their first order simply head to the website to sign up. This opening coincides with…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Laces Out! Trainer Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Two Huge Events
Laces Out! is celebrating its 10th anniversary in Liverpool with two huge events – and the first drops in on Saturday 18 May. The city is hosting the biggest ever Laces Out! to date. As one of Europe’s more influential get-togethers of sneaker culture, the immersive experience continues to unite sneakerheads from across the UK and beyond and it’s become the go-to destination for enthusiasts. And to begin the 10th anniversary proper there are some…
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Liverpool News
Liverpool Sign Gets A Football-Themed Makeover
Football legends Mark Lawrenson, former Liverpool FC player, and Graham Stuart, former Everton FC player, officially unveiled a new look for the giant Liverpool sign in the heart of the city today (Wednesday 24 April). The new artwork that decorates the Liverpool sign, which is located at Liverpool ONE on Thomas Steers Way near to the Hilton Hotel, was designed by Liverpool-based artist Claire Pinegar, to highlight Liverpool’s famous football heritage. The design is inspired…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Lovestruck: Immersive Theatre Show To Get Hearts Racing This Summer
“Ready for love? Well look no further! Lovestruck have been matching people like you for what feels like an eternity. Using their state of the art hypno-DNA technology, they’re certain you’ll meet someone you find drop-dead gorgeous!Lovestruck are coming to your area with an exclusive event to get hearts pumping, and brains fizzing. Boasting a 100% ‘perfect match’ success rate, they guarantee you’ll never go on another date again…” This summer, Paperwork Theatre presents Lovestruck, a multi-location…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Drop The Dead Donkey Brings the Newsroom to Playhouse
The original cast and writers of the BAFTA and Emmy award-winning TV comedy reunite for a brand-new stage adaptation of Drop The Dead Donkey: The Reawakening! It’s coming to Liverpool Playhouse from Tuesday 14 May to Saturday 18 May. This time, the Globelink News team is not only back but also taking the stage live for the very first time. Bursting with razor-sharp wit and classic British humour, this brand-new production reimagines the iconic TV…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Liverpool Everyman Celebrates 60th Year with Revival of Willy Russell’s Shirley Valentine
Willy Russell’s one-woman show, Shirley Valentine, comes home to the Liverpool Everyman as part of the theatre’s 60th birthday celebrations from 1st to 29th March 2025. Originally commissioned and staged by the Everyman, the role of Shirley will be played by Liverpool actor Helen Carter in a revival directed by Stephen Fletcher. Willy Russell is one of the most celebrated and widely produced writers of his generation, with works regularly produced across the globe. Willy has…
