Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre has announced two new shows for 2025 with bookings now open. They are both football themed, but you definitely don’t need to be a football fan to enjoy them. One is the true story about a legendary figure in the history of Liverpool FC; the other is a very much not true story about an iconic Evertonian.The first is a world premiere of a drama that the whole theatre world has been…
Delhi House Cafe, a favourite in Manchester, is expanding to open in Liverpool this month. Set in The Royal Albert Dock, Delhi House, which is owned and run by a family from Delhi, hopes to introduce a true taste of Modern Indian dining and authentic Delhi flavours to the city. Having relocated from Delhi to Manchester in 2020, Varendra Lamba and his wife Rajinder, their son Sherry and daughter in law Preen, joined forces to create Delhi House Cafe that opened in August 2020 in the…
A giant bauble, ice sculptures and a weekend of ‘snow’ are just some of the plans that have been revealed as part of the packed Christmas schedule of magical moments at Liverpool ONE. This Christmas will see the return of the iconic neon Christmas tree, illuminated decorations and, of course, Bar Hütte, offering visitors the opportunity to sing their hearts out in karaoke booths with a festive glass of fizz, underneath the giant Christmas tree…
In recent years, a growing number of people have been moving from London to Liverpool in search of a better lifestyle. While London remains the centre of the UK’s business and cultural landscape, many are finding that the high costs, long hours and fast pace of the capital no longer suit their needs. Liverpool has emerged as an attractive alternative, offering affordability, a thriving cultural scene and new career opportunities. Here’s why more and more…
In between houses? Decorating? Dealing with a change in circumstance? There are heaps of reasons why people seek out a place to store their piano and with self-storage options seemingly popping up all over the place, finding a temporary home for your instrument is easy… isn’t it? Well, actually, no. Because whilst everyday self-storage may be cheap and convenient when it comes to the well-being of your piano, the smart money is spent on more…
Casa Batlló, which is famously Antoni Gaudí’s modernist masterpiece in Barcelona, is the perfect way to express what’s unique about Barcelona. It stands as a testament to architectural innovation. Being a UNESCO World Heritage site completed in 1906, it’s since evolved a lot over time. It was once just a passing-by tourist attraction, but is now a cultural experience that borders on transcendental. And, just like the city itself, it blends this old and newseamlessly. Gaudí’s artistic genius…
A wave of blue washed over Liverpool as more than a thousand Alzheimer’s Society fundraisers walked to help end the devastation caused by dementia. Joining the event in Aintree, Liverpool at the weekend was Kacey Broster from Ellesmere Port. Kacey’s Nan died of Alzheimer’s disease a year ago and she and her Mum took part in the Memory Walk to mark the first anniversary of her passing. Kacey said: “It was a great day with…
With whispers of Fleetwood Mac, Neil Young and The Doors to name a few, Liverpool’s very own Visions of Albion are back with a brand new single The Heat. The songwriting duo consisting of Samantha Shields and Dan Ryan are a steadfast fixture on the local music scene, lorded for their sensational harmonies and enticing melodies. Currently in the process of recording their debut album, they have gifted us a teaser of what is to…
One of the most rewarding ways to bring people together is through a time-honoured tradition: the dinner party. Hosting frequent dinner parties may seem like a daunting task, but with a change in mindset and a little planning, it can become an exciting and enjoyable part of your life. Not only does it provide the chance to connect with others, but it also encourages creativity, culinary exploration, and a sense of community. Let’s explore why…
Albert’s Schloss is bringing the Oktoberfest celebrations to Liverpool this Autumn (21 September – 6 October). The best bit? No tickets, no entry fee and no booking required. The showtime entertainment that Schloss is so well known for is all included. Revellers are invited to enjoy an array of programmes throughout the 16 days, from Keg Tapping and Sausage Eating to the must-see spectacle of eclectic entertainment and best dressed competitions! It wouldn’t be Oktoberfest…
Liverpool based four-piece Midnight Curfew released their brand new single Ballad in August. Despite the semi-sarcastic song title, the meaning of the song runs much deeper than that, lamenting the rollercoaster of emotions that is falling out of love with someone. The song starts out calm and gentle with an underlying tint of regret, until it soon builds into an ominous roar of guitars, drums, strings and lush vocals as the song builds to it’s…
The weather in Liverpool this summer has been dreadful, with our skies constantly under attack by the monotonous grey clouds. However, on any gloomy day, Liverpool’s Kensington Library never fails to brighten things up, even though the library deals with constant adversity. A Historical Gem: Kensington Library’s Architectural Legacy Kensington Library, designed by architect Thomas Shelmerdine in the late 19th century and constructed in 1890, expanded by 1897 and eventually earned its status as a…
Engagement remains an issue for many employers. A 2024 report revealed that the true cost of low worker engagement is almost nine trillion dollars globally. If you run one of the 5.6 million private businesses in the UK, it’s your duty to get the best out of your employees. They’re the people who will drive your success and make you money, after all. Making your workers feel more connected to their jobs can be done…
Discover a free interactive exhibition dedicated to games created by digital artists and independent video game developers, open at FACT Liverpool from 5 September 2024 to Sunday 27 April 2025. Art Plays Games examines how artists are increasingly using games to offer alternative ways of making sense of the world today and to challenge conventional forms of storytelling. Over nine months, the exhibition artworks and games will rotate, introducing something new for audiences to experience with…
Liverpool ONE is set to become the UK’s first retail destination to unveil two brand new schemes to improve accessibility for all visitors. With roughly 58,000 households in Liverpool City Region having at least one disabled member, which represents almost 40% of all households across the region, the new tools – Sociability and Waymap – piloted from today (28 August) are aiming to support visitors both ahead of their visit and once they are at…
Sapporo, Liverpool’s first and only teppanyaki restaurant, has unveiled a new luxury space that’s perfect for private dining and intimate events, pre and post dinner drinks and where guests can tuck into sushi and Japanese small plates. The beautiful new conservatory has created a further offering for the restaurant that is renowned for its teppanyaki style dining. Guests who don’t want to experience a full teppanyaki show can relax in the new space whilst enjoying…
National charity The Reader is celebrating the end of summer with a free one-day family-friendly festival. Storybarn Fest at The Storybarn, Calderstones Park, Liverpool, on Sunday 1 September, 11am – 5pm, is the perfect way to round off the summer holidays. The outdoor courtyards of The Storybarn and Ice Cream Parlour will be transformed into a vibrant, colourful family hub. Highlights will include a creative craft Imagination Station for children, Tell a Tale storytelling tent,…
Following their packed-out headline show at QUARRY, and recent shows alongside TV Priest and Alien Chicks, Liverpool-based alt rock band alright (okay) have returned with their second single of 2024 with the stomping “anti-9 to 5 rager” Elevator Etiquette, released on 23 August. Recorded at 3rd Planet Studios with Andy Ferinhough, the track is a roaring tune driven by blaring guitar riffs, heavy drums, and a tempo moving at an urgent pace, akin to the ‘8:15 stampede’. Stylistically…
The Art School in Liverpool will celebrate reaching a decade in business this September. Chef Patron and owner Paul Askew’s restaurant is one of the UK’s leading fine-dining destinations, and during the last decade has been pivotal in helping to shape the city region’s gastronomic ambitions. It’s a truly momentous occasion for Paul and his team who continue to work from their beautiful Victorian home on Sugnall Street. A series of special events are planned…
As part of its packed programme for Festival of Summer, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has announced the full lineup for its new free music, food and drink festival, Soundbites. From 2pm, three micro stages will pop up across the estate this bank holiday Saturday and Sunday with visitors able to hear feel-good tunes in Mermaid Courtyard, Britannia Courtyard and in front of the Martin Luther King Jr. Building. Enjoy performances from headliners, Casino (@casino_band_) at…