Following the success of its Liverpool debut in 2024, CATCH Market is set to return to The Crypt Hall at Liverpool’s Metropolitan Cathedral this March. Running from 11 AM to 4 PM on Saturday 8 March, the market will bring together 40+ of the UK’s top vintage sellers, offering a carefully curated selection of 90’s and Y2K fashion. Shoppers can expect everything from streetwear and sportswear to jewellery and accessories, with a mix of high-end…
Award-winning DaDa has revealed its exciting 2025 festival programme which marks the Liverpool-based disability and Deaf arts-led organisation’s 40th anniversary. A busy line-up of film, including large-scale projection, performances, visual arts, workshops and talks are promised at this year’s DaDaFest International 40 (DDFI40) which runs from 8-31 March. With 90% of events open to the public for FREE the organisation is encouraging supporters to help it to keep it that way through donations. Events include a significant new photographic exhibition at the…
Couple Sarah Cavanagh and Yalcin Kizilkaya embarked on opening Liverpool’s best rooftop bar and indoor club back in 2021, creating Sensation that is located on the city’s bustling Seel Street. Over the last four years, the couple, who have been together for 10 years, have built Sensation to become a thriving venue with weekly DJs and club nights, a fully heated and covered outdoor rooftop bar and exciting key calendar events including their huge £1k Countdown NYE…
Next month Bongo’s Bingo will reach its 10th anniversary. The biggest, wildest and most outrageous shows ever take place at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool on Friday 7 and Saturday 8 March. The double-whammy weekend will be jam-packed with spectacular Bongo’s Bingo surprises, nostalgia and mayhem, with everything amped up to the absolute max including the production, absolutely insane prizes and amazing music to create the ultimate immersive bingo experience. And as part of the incoming…
Quirky Digital, Liverpool’s award-winning SEO agency, has secured a new office space in the heart of the Baltic Triangle; renowned for being the city’s creative hub. Doubling its office space from Quirky Digital’s previous home in Oriel Chambers on Water Street, the new office at Elevator Studios on Parliament Street is 2650 sqft, making room for the agency’s ever-growing workforce. The new office is home to a variety of meeting rooms, a dedicated content creation…
This March and April, The Municipal Hotel & Spa Liverpool is celebrating the women in our lives with a special Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea and Sunday roast menu at Seaforth Restaurant on 30 March, followed by an exclusive Aintree Ladies Day afternoon tea and viewing experience on 5 April. The luxury spa hotel is the perfect one-stop destination to make Mother’s Day truly special. Whether it’s enjoying a luxurious spa experience, indulging in exquisite dishes at Seaforth…
One of the city’s most stylish purpose built event spaces The Clubhouse at the junction of Wolstenholme Square and Parr Street, is getting a baby sister, Baby Clubhouse, three doors away on Wolstenholme Square. The Clubhouses’ new arrival, Baby Clubhouse, is due to open its doors in March of this year and is a warm and trendy blank canvass event space which perfectly compliments the bright and airy larger Clubhouse. Both venues are purpose built…
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic has partnered with UK charity Help Musicians to launch ‘A Symphony of Good Sense’, a pioneering new toolkit designed to support the physical health and wellbeing of orchestral musicians. Authored by leading UK musicians’ physiotherapist, Dr Sarah Upjohn, ‘A Symphony of Good Sense’ provides physiotherapists and healthcare professionals with comprehensive information to help tailor health and wellbeing provision to musicians’ needs. Musicians face high injury rates, which can lead to significant negative…
Craig Charles brings his funk & soul party to Liverpool this Easter. From Red Dwarf to Robot Wars to BBC Radio 6 Music and Radio 2, Craig Charles has carved out an impressive career spanning acting, broadcasting, and music. With two decades of radio under his belt, Charles has become one of the UK’s leading funk and soul tastemakers, DJs, and promoters of new music. His pioneering BBC 6 Music Funk and Soul Show has…
Astles’ new single, We Could’ve Been Anything, emerges as a deeply personal and poignant piece, carrying the weight of profound themes such as loss, mental health struggles, and the fleeting nature of life itself. Liverpool’s beloved singer-songwriter channels his emotions into a tender song born from an unlikely source: the discovery of his late uncle’s mixtape, found years after his passing. This mixtape, alongside remnants of his uncle’s life – tickets, posters, and records –…
Ruth Dillon is a multi-disciplinary artist working across photography, film, stop motion animation, and 3D installation. Her concept-driven work explores collective and living community memories, often addressing social issues. Beginning her career in photography and videography, including documenting the first National Aids Day event on Merseyside, she quickly became involved in socially engaged projects. She honed her film and darkroom skills, even contributing to the UK’s first Mobile studio for communities. A short film she…
Vehicle number plates are an essential part of road safety and vehicle identification in the UK. They serve as a unique identifier for each vehicle, helping authorities keep track of registrations, ownership, and taxation. However, there are different types of number plates available to vehicle owners, each serving a specific purpose. Understanding these types can help you choose the right plate for your vehicle and ensure compliance with the regulations set by the Driver and…
Liverpool boasts a long-standing affinity with video games dating back to some of the earliest incarnations which were launched during the 1980s. The city has attracted plenty of foreign investment since then, most notably when Sweden’s Avalanche Studios chose it as the location for its second international studio after New York. Numerous other firms are thriving locally, developing games which have made an impact in the overarching gaming industry and its associated sub-divisions. These include…
Mersey View Leisure has successfully obtained a premises licence that will allow for the construction of an outdoor structure directly opposite Everton FC’s new home at Bramley Moore Dock in Liverpool. Named The Holy Trinity, in tribute to Everton’s legendary midfield trio of Alan Ball, Howard Kendall, and Colin Harvey, the venue is set to become a vibrant hub for fans and event-goers alike. Operating on all Everton FC match days from the 2025-26 season,…
Liverpool-born brand Win Win Water has attracted support and investment from a number of unlikely stars to take the water brand to the next level, making it available worldwide. Rappers Krept & Konan have come on board after being enamoured with the concept and product and the brand have also gained support from Dragon’s Den Austria’s Heinrich Prokop. Win Win Water, created by friends Kurt Wilson, 38, and Josh Daley, 30, is the first of its kind…
Liverpool Makers Bazaar is home to a diverse community of talented creators, each with a unique story and craft. In this feature series, Pauline Neville shines a spotlight on the makers behind the stalls, uncovering the passion and dedication that fuel their work. This time, we meet Ged of Savage Directions, an artist whose journey into cyanotype photography is as captivating as his artwork. Join us as we explore Ged’s artistic evolution, his inspirations, and…
Born and raised on a barge in Amsterdam to a bohemian family of jazz musicians, Bette Schindler is a true tour de force – songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, performer, producer, and young mother. Her music weaves effortlessly between the timeless elegance of classic jazz and the fresh, contemporary sounds of modern soul. With songs that radiate optimism, positivity, and love, she channels echoes of modern jazz greats while crafting a sound that is unmistakably her own. Following the release…
El Gato Negro Tapas will officially open its doors at its new home on Castle Street on Friday 28th February. Following the announcement of its relocation from Exchange Flags, El Gato Negro’s move to Castle Street marks an exciting new era for the beloved tapas restaurant, bringing its award-winning Spanish cuisine to one of Liverpool’s most vibrant dining destinations. The new location will offer the same experience that guests have come to love, alongside new…
A Cameroonian singer-songwriter deeply rooted in the African continent is set to perform in Liverpool this April. The critically acclaimed Blick Bassy has been described as ‘a force of nature’ and is known for his vibrant live performances. On his latest album Mádibá, released in 2023, Blick has chosen to address the environment, particularly the burning issue of water. Navigating between influences from both Africa and the West, Blick’s music – for which he mainly uses mother tongue Bassa – is distinguished…
Looking for things to do in half term in Liverpool? The half term schedule is packed with fun and engaging activities for families. From creative workshops to interactive museum experiences, here are ten great things to do in the city centre. Whether you’re exploring for a day or planning a week of fun, check out these things to do in Liverpool in February half term for inspiration! 1. Fiesta of Fire at the Royal Albert…