For the first time, Liverpool’s arts organisations have come together in a brand new campaign promoting Liverpool’s impressive cultural credentials. The Everyman and Playhouse Theatres, Katumba, Bluecoat, Liverpool Philharmonic, Metal Culture, Homotopia, FACT, DaDaFest, The Comedy Trust and Liverpool Arab Arts Festival are just some of around 50 names forming part of the Culture Collective campaign which proudly highlights the city’s vast and diverse culture offer. Billboards and advertising hoardings across Liverpool and Manchester will…
The famous courtyard at The Bluecoat will soon be getting some fun new residents when it becomes home to OK! Cherub!, a group of new artworks by artist Bruce Asbestos. The newly commissioned work includes three giant inflatable sculptures: a yellow worm, a collection of frogspawn and a giant arm. Each sculpture represents, and takes its name from, a different aspect of positive mental health: a giant yellow worm represents Rest, a group of green frogspawn represents Community and…
Wish You Knew is the new single from Liverpool indie artist, Sophie Li. At just 19 years old, Sophie is already carving out an impressive solo career, having signed to local independent label, Big Condo Records, last year. Wish You Knew is the follow up to her debut single, Foreign Silhouette, and both tracks feature on Sophie’s upcoming debut album. Foreign Silhouette already boasts over 11,000 Spotify streams and deals with the theme of mental…
On The Brink – New Exhibition at dot-art Gallery. An exhibition by dot-art artist members: CAROL MILLER / CLARE WESTERN / CHRIS ROUTLEDGE / FRANK LINNETT / SUSAN BROWN / OLIVER MCAINSH / MARK REEVES The Earth has always known species loss, from the dinosaurs onwards, but we are now seeing this loss at hugely accelerated rates, due the actions of humans. Generation by generation we see our animal kingdom and natural surroundings changing drastically;…
Ma Boyle’s is a true Liverpool institution. The intimate hideaway is just off Water Street and nestled by the beautiful St Nick’s church gardens, an alehouse and eatery which is part of Liverpool’s maritime soul. Food and drink is served all day long, from breakfast brunchers and liquid lunchers to brilliant bistro dishes, and complimented by a wonderful range of beverages and irresistible cocktails at the stunning site infused with a touch of bohemia and history.…
We joined Ian Burrell for an evening of of Equiano rum tasting. As a general rum expert and having spent most of his life championing the wonders of rum of all types firstly as a bartender, mixologist and ambassador, his knowledge and infectious passion for the spirit is incomparable. Equiano rum is the culmination of his work, alongside many other brands he still works with, he’s proud to have a true product that follows his…
The city’s Scouse brasserie, Barnacle, launches their brand new Sunday roast option this weekend. Life at Barnacle has been busy. Fresh from its opening month through December, Liverpool’s Scouse brasserie has already set a new tone for dining in the city. Now the team are very proud to announce from Sunday 16th January their 2 and 3-course menus will feature a Sunday roast option available as a main choice. The new Sunday roast menu options are…
This year there will be a huge range of arts and cultural events to celebrate Knowsley Borough of Culture. Knowsley’s theme for its year as Liverpool City Region’s Borough of Culture is Storytelling and central to the theme is the opportunity to capture and bring to life the stories of the borough’s people and places. The storytelling will include everything from local folk tales, traditions and heritage that are unique to Knowsley to exploring people’s…
It’s no secret that most individuals find the winter months to be difficult during this time of year. The stress brought on by climate change is extremely detrimental to the body’s ability to recover itself. It seemed inevitable that everyone would be gloomy as a result of the overcast sky and the lengthy evenings that would follow. Because you have lost interest in the activities that you used to like, getting out of bed in…
Escape Rooms are a great way of gathering your mates or family and working as a team to solve puzzles and challenges against the clock! If you’re looking for something a bit different to do at the weekend or during the school holidays have a look at the best Escape Rooms in Liverpool below. Game Over Escape Rooms With venues across the world Game Over know a thing or two about escape rooms. They’ve managed…
If you are planning an upcoming trip to Liverpool in the coming months and are a keen gamer, it may be worth familiarising yourself with the best casinos one of the country’s most exciting cities has to offer. It may sound like a relatively simple and straightforward process, but it can be difficult to determine which casinos are worth your precious time, and money, and which are perhaps better avoided. If you are curious as…
From time to time, most people find themselves in a position where they need to borrow money for something. Whether you want to make a big purchase like a new car and aren’t in a position to save up your money and pay for it in one go, or you have had an emergency expense that you weren’t expecting to have to cover this month, there are lots of loan products available that you can…
Liverpool (L) homeowners were reducing their asking prices by an average of £-5,357 (-2.49%) over the last 12 months. Home sellers in the L7 postcode dropped their prices by an average of £-10,833 (7.98%) secure a sale. Professional we buy any house firm Property Solvers has revealed the areas in Liverpool where home sellers have been reducing their prices the most. Tracking 687 property transactions between December 2020 and December 2021, the monthly updated asking…
Whether you’re looking to kick off a new year resolution or just want to learn a valuable new skill, you can learn sign language with this upcoming course. In today’s world, communication has never been more important. From face masks which hinder visual cues useless, to those that rely on lip-reading to assist in their day-to-day lives there’s so many obstacles at a time where awareness has never been higher. It’s an incredible time to learn…
Having been on Liverpool’s music scene for around 4 years, five-piece garage/blues rock band The Heavy North have already been busy. Releasing their debut singles Don’t You Wait For Me and The Night Don’t Give No Love in November 2018 it was quickly followed by a host of live shows in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds and Blackpool. Once this had gained well-deserved traction, the band’s third single Some Good Lovin was released in June 2019 ahead of a festival…
Read our 2023 Veganuary in Liverpool guide here. Veganuary is growing in popularity, with over 500,000 people taking the month-long vegan pledge, this time last year. An exciting month for anyone interested in veganism, January sees supermarkets, food companies and restaurants launch new products and deals. We’ve found the best deals, special menu items and product releases in Liverpool, to help give you the best Veganuary yet. Yard and Coop via Instagram @yardandcoopliv Chicken legends,…
Dry January is the UK’s one-month alcohol-free challenge, created by Alcohol Change UK, in 2013. Many people take on the challenge to save money and improve health following Christmas and New Year festivities and it’s becoming more and more popular every year. Going dry this January, however, doesn’t mean you have to miss out on socialising. From mocktails and no-alcohol beers, to spirit substitutes, we’ve got you covered so you can party without the hangover.…
Read our January Food and Drink Deals for 2023 feature here. It’s a brand-new year and whilst bank balances may be a little lower after Christmas, that doesn’t mean we have to miss out on good food and drink. Liverpool City Centre is bursting with incredible bars, restaurants, and cafes, with many boasting brilliant January discounts. From cocktail vouchers to half-price tapas, there are deals for everyone, bound to get your 2022 off to a…
When it comes to English football clubs, you will struggle to find one more iconic than Liverpool. Over the years, this is a club that has shown itself to be one of the very best. Not just in England but in Europe too. With an amazing 18 league titles, along with five European Cups, and seven FA Cups, there are few clubs that even come close to matching Liverpool’s achievements. While Liverpool has a strong…
Immerse yourself in the art installation Space, The Universe and Everything at Liverpool Cathedral in 2022. Space, The Universe and Everything is a light and sound show like no other. In just one night, travel through space, light and time – from the first step on the Moon to the edge of the Universe then back again, without leaving the inside of Liverpool Cathedral. While you ponder our relationship with planet Earth and beyond, artwork…