For 75 years, The Archers has been a constant presence in British life. What began in 1951 as a radio programme about farming has developed into something much bigger: a fictional community whose characters, relationships and dramas have become familiar to generations of listeners. The Archers: Live at 75 brings that world out of the radio studio and onto the stage at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall for an entertaining and affectionate celebration of one of Britain’s…
There was a point in Joe Campbell’s life when the future of Culture City had to compete with the considerably more immediate demands of stacking shelves in Morrisons. University occupied the daytime, supermarket shifts took care of the evenings, and whatever remained belonged to the increasingly consuming business of filming bands, interviewing artists and discovering, largely by doing it, how to make the kind of work he wanted to make. Then The Anfield Wrap came…
Formed by musicians from a variety of different projects, Bigger Boat brings together Tom from Novelty Island, Alan Mueller from Satin Green, George (Georgie Weston) and drummer Nathan Sanderson. Bigger Boat will officially introduce themselves with a launch show on 14 November. Ahead of the show, Liverpool Noise caught up with the band to find out how Bigger Boat came together, what inspired their debut material and what they hope to do next. How did…
Now that we are officially in autumn, it doesn’t necessarily mean an emotional farewell to those lovely sunsets until next year. Who knows? Another spectacular one might fall upon us sooner than you think. It is wonderful whenever a sunset decides to descend above us, especially in Liverpool. In larger cities like London, where tall buildings dominate the skyline, the view of a sunset in all its glory can often be obstructed. Kensington. Credit: Andrew…
England and Bayern Munich midfielder Georgia Stanway has shared her top tips for taking on a hybrid fitness competition as ATHX prepares to arrive in Liverpool this October. ATHX Liverpool takes over Exhibition Centre Liverpool on 3–4 October 2026, bringing the hybrid fitness competition back to the city for a weekend of strength, endurance and high-intensity challenges. Ahead of the event, European champion and CELSIUS ambassador Georgia Stanway has offered some advice for those preparing…
Movers n Soul Shakers will bring DJs, live vocals, movement and sound to Sefton Park Palm House this November for a different kind of night out in Liverpool. Sefton Park Palm House will become a dancefloor on Wednesday 4 November as Movers n Soul Shakers returns with Remember Your Spark – an alcohol-free party built around music, movement and connection. Taking place from 6pm–9pm, the event brings together DJ sets, live singers, somatic shaking and…
A taste of New York is coming to Liverpool’s Ropewalks when Seel & Slater opens in the former Wreck Bistro building on Friday 9 October. The new venture from award-winning chef Andrew Sheridan and Open Restaurant Group will bring a 45-cover restaurant, bar and grill to the Grade II listed building. A late-night cocktail bar will open downstairs later this year. Named after the two streets it sits between, Seel & Slater takes inspiration from…
The UK’s first floating padel destination has officially been unveiled at Liverpool Waters in Princes Dock, bringing one of the world’s fastest-growing sports directly onto the water in the heart of Liverpool. With the Liver Building and Liverpool’s iconic skyline providing the backdrop, Vibora Liverpool Waters will give players the chance to step onto floating courts and play padel surrounded by the history and heritage of the city’s docklands. Launching with two purpose-built floating padel…
Long before Alex Tighe thought seriously about becoming a comedian, he discovered what it felt like to make a room laugh entirely by accident. He was around 14, sitting in a Spanish lesson, a painfully shy teenager who reckons half the class had probably never heard him speak. Somewhere next door came the sudden crash of a table. Before he had time to stop himself, Tighe announced: “Sounds like Miss next door has fallen over…
Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman remains a powerful and deeply human story, and this production at the Liverpool Everyman delivers a shocking, thought-provoking and often explosive interpretation that brings the classic firmly into the 21st century. At the heart of the production is the relationship between Willy Loman (Cyril Nri) and his son Biff (Laurence Ubong Williams). Both performances are excellent, with their volatile and complicated relationship providing some of the most compelling moments…
There are some shows that you go to for high drama and serious theatre. Then there are shows like Achy Breaky Bride — productions that simply want you to sit back, have a laugh and enjoy yourself. And at St Helens Theatre Royal, that is exactly what this gloriously daft, country-pop comedy sets out to deliver. Meresyside favourite Leanne Campbell stars as Jolene and is joined by X Factor star David Heath, Rachel Wood, Conor…
Liverpool has a large older population, with around 79,708 people aged 65 and over living in the city. As this number continues to shape local communities, more families may find themselves helping an older parent, relative or loved one stay comfortable at home. Getting older can bring changes in mobility, energy, memory and the ability to manage everyday tasks. Simple jobs such as cooking, shopping, cleaning or getting around the house can become harder, especially…
Liverpool had more than 1,400 small businesses with 10 to 49 employees in 2025, alongside thousands of micro businesses operating across the city. Liverpool’s business community includes local retailers, construction and trade businesses, hospitality companies, and professional service providers. Financial management affects how you handle everyday expenses, pay suppliers and staff, prepare for tax, and fund future growth. Accurate records and regular financial checks give you the information needed to manage these areas properly. Keep…
Toni Burns – Stars, Self-Worth, and the Space We All Deserve to Shine In In There Might Be Others (and still, I’m here), Toni Burns traces a quietly luminous line between the cosmic and the personal. The spark arrives in an unlikely moment: a priest at Liverpool Cathedral wondering aloud about life beyond Earth, and whether the presence of “others”—whoever they may be—would diminish the goodness of God. His answer is a gentle, resonant no.…
Euan Blackman’s new single Piece of My Heart is closing out summer on a high. The Liverpool-based artist’s latest work is promising and wistful as it captures the rush of falling headfirst into a new relationship. Focused on creating powerful, narrative-driven music while keeping it light-hearted, Blackman’s Indie Pop sound is constantly evolving. As a rising artist across the North West, he’s already racked up an impressive discography, with hit single Forgive propelling him into…
Yesterday, Wednesday 23rd September, the Youth Music Awards 2026 took over the British Music Experience for a special launch event ahead of the ceremony taking place in Liverpool next month. The Youth Music Awards 2026 will take place at St. George’s Hall on Wednesday 28th October. To mark the occasion, the launch event celebrated the awards moving to Liverpool for the first time after six years in London and welcomed Youth Music funded partners, nominees…
Liverpool Basketball has signed a multi-year partnership with adidas ahead of its debut season at M&S Bank Arena. To mark the occasion, fans can register for free admission to the club’s first home game on Sunday 25 October 2026. The new club will be the only adidas-supplied basketball club in the UK for the 2026–27 season. Its match kit, teamwear and authentic jerseys will be available through the Liverpool Basketball club shop, with a wider…
There’s a new reason to make a morning trip to Sefton Park: Frankley’s Bakery is serving hot bacon and sausage barms from its trailer near the boating lake. Open every Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5pm, the trailer has become a weekend stop for coffee, pastries and freshly baked bread. Now visitors can pick up a bacon barm, a sausage barm or one with both, served on the bakery’s own sourdough or brioche. The…
A new exhibition exploring the life and legacy of Dr Yan Fuqing, a University of Liverpool alumnus and a pioneer of modern Chinese medicine, opened at Liverpool Medical Institution on 22 September 2026. Dr Yan: A Pioneer – A Bridge of Sino-British Medical and Cultural Exchange is the exhibition’s first European presentation, following its debut in South Africa. Jointly presented by Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University, Jiefang Daily and the University of Liverpool, it…
British pop trailblazers Cleopatra are bringing infectious energy, soulful harmonies and powerhouse vocals to The Tung Auditorium this September in partnership with BlackFest, Liverpool’s grassroots Black Arts festival. Returning to the city on Friday 25 September, 2026 – almost two decades since their last Liverpool-based performance – both organisers and fans are delighted to welcome them back for a nostalgic evening of pop bangers. Cleopatra, comprised of Mancunian sisters Cleopatra, Zainam and Yonah Higgins, burst onto the…