Passers-by in Liverpool city centre were treated to an unexpected slice of spectacle on Friday, as Head Baker Alasdair from The Big Bakes carried a six-tier crowd-stopping cake across the city, turning heads, stopping traffic, and sparking conversation about what on earth the giant cake was all about! The reason? To celebrate the arrival of The Big Liverpool Bake, the city’s newest 90-minute immersive baking experience, opening this Thursday, 23 October 2025, at 60 Old Hall Street. Armed…
During my formative years in the early 80s, whenever an episode of the now defunct TV soap Brookside came on television and its opening credits briefly showed Liverpool’s iconic Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, officially named Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King – but also affectionately known as “The Mersey Funnel” and “Paddy’s Wigwam” – I would always be mesmerised by its appearance, mainly due to the actual shape of it, which is unusual, to say the…
BOXPARK Liverpool is set to host a huge Winter Pop Up on Saturday 8th November from 11am until 3pm. Following a hugely successful summer pop up, which was the biggest that the city has seen with 50 local brands showcasing their products and services at the award-winning, multifaceted entertainment space, BOXPARK Liverpool is now hosting its second major pop up but this time, it’s all things Christmas! With over 1000 shoppers for the summer pop…
Lined with bars and restaurant favourites, Castle Street is one of the most popular nightlife areas in Liverpool City Centre – but there’s still one luxury venue that many people have failed to spot! Opened for just over a year, The Lounge @ 62 has got to be Liverpool’s best kept secret … until now! The sophisticated cocktail bar is discreetly situated on the lower floor of the 4-star boutique 62 Castle Street Hotel. But…
Liverpool’s got no shortage of incredible places to eat — but while the crowds queue for the usual favourites, we’ve got our eyes (and stomachs) on the city’s best-kept secrets. From tucked-away cafés to neighbourhood favourites serving up world-class dishes, this guide celebrates the most underrated food spots in Liverpool. These are the local gems recommended by our mates, food lovers and a few well-fed insiders. 1. The Legacy Thai – Aigburth Road Once you…
Naomi Campbell returns with her beautifully introspective new single Naturally. Taking stock of the simple things in life and reflecting on our past selves, the track gently explores themes of love, loss, and gratitude. Built around two guitars in perfect harmony, Naturally embraces a stripped-back sound that lets Naomi’s heartfelt vocals and honest lyricism shine through. It’s a tender, soulful reminder to pause, appreciate the present, and find comfort in life’s quieter moments — a…
Get ready for some festive film magic in one of Liverpool’s most picturesque settings — The Reader has announced a brand-new Christmas Cinema season, transforming Calderstones Park’s historic Mansion House into a winter wonderland of classic Christmas movies. Running from Friday 19 December to Wednesday 24 December 2025, this special festive pop-up will see nine unforgettable films screened under a cosy heated canopy, complete with fairy lights, festive food and drink, and the joyful atmosphere…
Liverpool’s record-breaking musical fundraiser, The Big Guitar-In, is back — and this time it’s heading to one of the city’s most iconic venues, Mountford Hall. Taking place on Thursday 11 December 2025, the event marks its fifth year, bringing together hundreds of guitarists for one incredible night of music, community and fundraising to Save The Florrie’s Free Community Classes. Last year, the event made history when 602 guitarists performed together — and this year, organisers…
Get ready for an evening of sleight-of-hand, swagger and showmanship as The Magic Mod — the card magician with a rock’n’roll soul — brings his spellbinding live show to Liverpool’s Blackstock Market on Saturday 25 October as part of his UK autumn tour. Known offstage as Ben Taylor, The Magic Mod has carved out a name for himself as one of the UK’s most exciting live entertainers. A proud member of The Magic Circle, he’s…
The Liverpool food scene is pretty epic, with so much on offer across the city we guarantee you’ll find something to satisfy your tastebuds any night of the week! And if you consider yourself a food connoisseur then we expect that you will have these fine dining restaurants all ticked off. Here’s our guide to the best fine dining restaurants in Liverpool. The Art School After opening its doors back in 2014, The Art School…
When you live in a city as vibrant as Liverpool, it can sometimes take stepping into the creative and colourful centre and staying there to reflect and then see it with fresh eyes. School Lane Hotel, tucked beside the Bluecoat and just a heartbeat from Church Street, offers exactly that, a place to pause and feel the effect of belonging, even while you are right in the middle of everything. As a mixed-heritage woman, I…
Liverpool entered the 2025/26 campaign as defending Premier League champions, carrying the momentum of last season but also facing the immense pressure that comes with holding the crown. Under Arne Slot, the club spent heavily during the summer transfer window, reshaping the squad with marquee arrivals such as Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, to name a few. The new arrivals – particularly Ekitike – have already made a big impact in the squad…
Relocating homes or businesses in Liverpool can be a daunting task, but with the right approach, it can be a seamless experience. Discover how to effectively manage your move with expert tips and guidance tailored for Liverpool’s unique environment. Whether you’re moving your home or business, the process can be stressful. However, with effective planning and organisation, you can ensure a smooth transition. By choosing the right moving partner, preparing thoroughly for moving day, and…
Liverpool’s cult film venue VideOdyssey is making waves this November with a JAWS 50th Anniversary Celebration — an immersive evening dedicated to the film that redefined cinema. Taking place on Saturday 29 November at VideOdyssey, Toxteth TV, the event promises a night of nostalgia, creativity, and shark-sized fun. In partnership with Liverpool Noise and Purple Revolver, the evening will dive deep into Spielberg’s iconic thriller with a packed programme of live art, rare memorabilia, quizzes,…
Rianne Downey has raised the bar in the country music scene with the release of her astounding new album, The Consequence of Love. With ten tracks ranging from upbeat tunes like Good in Goodbye and Sunblind to heart wrenching country anthems like The Song of Old Glencoe and Angel, the album is a must-listen for all country fans. Produced by Grammy winner Ryan Hadlock (Zach Bryan, Brandi Carlisle) and recorded at Seattle’s Bear Creek Studio, the album cements Rianne’s position as one of the strongest voices…
Six historic phone boxes in Liverpool city centre have been transformed and given new leases of life to become boogie boxes, with disco lights, and defibrillators. The phone boxes, five red kiosks and 1 90s box, have been adopted by Liverpool BID Company and Medicash. A seventh is in the process of being added to the collection. Since 2008, BT has invited local authorities and charities to give a new lease of life to the…
There’s cause for celebration at The Watering Can as Liverpool’s most-loved Sunday Roast makes its highly anticipated return from Sunday 19 October, running through to spring 2026. To mark the comeback, the first 100 diners this Sunday will receive a complimentary drink — a glass of wine, a chilled beer, or a soft drink — to raise a toast to the Return of The Roast. The Watering Can’s roasts have become something of a Liverpool…
Liverpool’s largest song contest, Primal Live, is back — and it’s set to take over Invisible Wind Factory on Saturday 25 October, bringing together some of the best local artists for an epic day of live music and fundraising. Running from 3pm to 9pm, this much-loved event will showcase over 30 acts from across the region, offering everything from rap, reggae and rock to acoustic sets, soul singers and cabaret. Tickets are just £20, giving…
Whilst it’s to be celebrated that the fierce colours of Liverpool are finally being appreciated in the media, can it always be true that any publicity is good publicity? Are we repeatedly selling out negative stereotypes surrounding crime and violence, without seeing the larger issue of socioeconomic disparity and classism that fester within them? This question feels particularly relevant in light of the city’s recent time in the spotlight, recently releasing shows such as This…
Tempest on Tithebarn love to do things a bit differently and Christmas is no exception. Following on from last year’s game-changing Xmas menu, they are back with arguably the city’s best alternative Christmas offering. Their 12 Days Of Christmas Burgers is back, with plenty of succulent sides too. It’s available from Tuesday 11 November and runs until Saturday 20 December. At the heart of Tempest’s Christmas menu are twelve mouth-watering burgers full of invention and flavour, from Two…