Renowned Liverpool personal trainer, Harriet McGuffie, is hosting a powerful Menopause Morning on Saturday 11 October, suitably held during Breast Cancer Awareness month. From 9.30am until 1.30pm, guests will be taken on a journey of education to empower as many women as possible to evolve the way they look at their health through the decades. With incredibly knowledgeable speakers taking to the panel to discuss their areas of expertise, the Menopause Morning falls in line with…
Farina, Liverpool’s only pasta lab, has opened in the city centre. Formerly known as Hey Farina when it first opened its doors in 2023, the venue has been reimagined to develop the city’s first pasta lab where over 15 varieties are freshly made onsite each day. Created by the city’s popular Italian brothers Paolo and Donato Cillo, along with Donato’s son Antonio, Farina encapsulates the true essence of casual Italian dining. With a selection of…
Solo Car Sales, Liverpool’s most-loved independent used car dealer, has unveiled a £400,000 renovation to its showroom based in Anfield. Opening in 2008, Solo Car Sales was created by Director James McConville and his dad Stephen McConville, bringing together Stephen’s wealth of car knowledge after spending years of his career selling cars on a smaller scale, with James’ drive and ambition. Having been open for almost 20 years, Solo Car Sales has grown substantially each year, becoming…
A Powerful, Darkly Comic Dive into Grief and Self-Discovery. Written and presented by Victoria Oxley with support from Emma Bispham ‘Stayin Alive’ ran for two nights at Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre (24 & 25 September). If there’s one thing you can’t accuse Stayin’ Alive of, it’s pulling its punches. Victoria Oxley’s debut play, a dark comedy imbued with raw honesty, doesn’t shy away from the kind of emotional complexity that most theatre scripts tend to…
Liverpool’s thriving poetry scene is once again stepping into the spotlight this October as Give Poetry A Chance presents the fourth edition of Poetry on the Fringe, part of the Liverpool Fringe Festival 2025. The much-loved evening of spoken word takes place upstairs at The Ship & Mitre on Dale Street, Wednesday 8 October, promising a free night of verse, rhythm and reflection in one of the city’s best-loved pubs. Since its founding in 2019,…
Bristol four-piece Adult Leisure may have started as a lockdown project, but they’ve quickly grown into one of the most exciting new names in post-punk and indie-pop. Known for their atmospheric soundscapes, raw emotion, and unflinching honesty, the band are about to release their highly anticipated debut album The Things You Don’t Know Yet (3 October). Ahead of their headline UK tour – including a Liverpool date at Kazimier Stockroom on 8 November – we…
Born out of lockdown chaos and fuelled by raw poetry, dark humour, and blistering beats, Austerity Dogs are carving out their own corner of Liverpool’s underground. What started as a chance experiment between engineer/producer Lachlan and writer/comedian Jono has grown into a post-punk spoken word project that blends grit with wit, politics with poetry, and rage with moments of sharp relief. From cassettes passed between friends to gigs alongside Goldie Lookin Chain, the duo have…
Beth Hubbard is back with more of her distinct emotive vocals and powerful storytelling in her boldest and most exciting track yet, Nothing New. With the emotionally charged sound fans will recognise from previous singles like Mein Schatz and Not Wanted but with a bolder, more assured edge and fearless songwriting, Nothing New merges the energy and intensity of alternative rock with a sharp pop finish, marking the East Yorkshire-born singer-songwriter as one of indie-pop’s…
LFC Foundation will offer specialist support and confidential advice to fans at Anfield experiencing suicidal thoughts. The club’s official charity, alongside LFC Safeguarding, has created the new initiative called Kicking Off Conversations – part of the Premier League’s ‘Together Against Suicide’ campaign – which will see the creation of a new permanent space outside Anfield Stadium, providing fans with a safe and welcoming place to talk about their mental wellbeing on Premier League matchdays. The community space will be…
Africa Oyé have teamed up with the Liverpool Philharmonic to bring the acclaimed Afel Bocoum to the city in January 2026.
Preparations are in full swing for the region’s annual celebration of Latin American culture taking place this October. La Feria will take over multiple Merseyside venues from 1 – 5 October 2025 and organisers have promised that it will be ‘bigger, bolder, and more unforgettable than ever’. The theme for this year’s event is “Experience, Belong, Celebrate” with audiences invited to dive into a vibrant celebration of Latin American music, art and culture. The festival will…
For a town best known for its car plants and oil refineries, Ellesmere Port has assembled a far more romantic proposition in Oranj Son. Their new single Sliding Doors is a reflection on missed opportunities and what might have been, channelling the best of their Northern indie forebears. With the band having played shows around Merseyside for the past decade, you may well have already witnessed them at events like Sound City – or maybe…
Liverpool’s Motel Sundown return with their latest single Colours In The Rain and it’s a showcase of the band at their best. Known for their lush harmonies and timeless Americana sound, the group have crafted a track that blends heartfelt reflection with an irresistible upbeat tempo. Written in the shadow of grief but illuminated by hope, Colours In The Rain is an evocative meditation on staying true to yourself and finding light even in dark…
An unmissable Christmas tradition for tens of thousands of families, The Light Before Christmas makes its triumphant return to Liverpool Cathedral for its fourth spellbinding year. From 28 November to 6 December, witness the magic come to life through a brand-new theme and completely new series of projection artworks: The Gift – a celebration of warmth, wonder and the joy of togetherness. Following years of sold-out success, this beloved family tradition is set to shine brighter than…
For nearly a decade, The Florrie has been at the heart of the Dingle and wider Liverpool community, running free Community Hub activities that combat social isolation, boost wellbeing and bring people together. But now, with rising costs and increased demand, The Florrie faces its biggest challenge yet. The charity has launched a £25,000 fundraising appeal to secure the future of its 19 weekly classes, which cover everything from art and genealogy to Tai Chi,…
Liverpool ONE is gearing up for a frightfully fun celebration as its annual Halloween Street Party returns on Sunday 26 October, 11am – 5pm. Families can expect a packed day of entertainment, from spooky surprises to creative costume chaos. The highlight is the children’s Halloween competition, this year taking centre stage on Paradise Street. Young ghouls, ghosts and witches will showcase their imaginative outfits, with a £200 Liverpool ONE voucher for the winner and prizes…
Everton Football Club will dedicate its upcoming Premier League clash against West Ham United to the Bradley Lowery Foundation, reaffirming its long-standing support for the charity’s ‘Cancer Has No Colours’ campaign. The fixture, taking place at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday 29 September, will help shine a spotlight on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, raising vital funds and awareness for research and support for families affected. Founded in 2017, the Bradley Lowery Foundation provides assistance to…
Work has officially begun on one of the UK’s most ambitious festive attractions, as Orrel Hill Woods in Hightown is transformed into Santa’s Secret Forest – a cutting-edge Christmas wonderland promising to redefine the magic of the season. Spanning 40 acres of woodland, the attraction will feature a spectacular light trail with more than two million multi-coloured lights, breathtaking special effects, and larger-than-life festive scenes designed to immerse families in the spirit of Christmas. Grand…
Liverpool activewear brand Lola Starr is bringing fitness, wellness, and community together this October with its highly anticipated Stronger Together event at BOXPARK Liverpool on Sunday 5 October 2025. The morning promises a unique blend of movement, mindset, and inspiration, featuring live fitness sessions, yoga, and energising DJ sets, alongside talks from a panel of exceptional guest speakers. World Marathon runner Nicola Carragher will headline the panel, sharing her extraordinary journey completing all seven World…
Liverpool’s newest live music hotspot, SoundYard, is set for an electrifying September with a double-header of sell-out acts in its 900-capacity indoor/outdoor venue in the Baltic Triangle. The festivities kick off on Saturday 20 September with Irish folk-rock favourites All Folk’d Up, returning after their sell-out show at Punch Tarmey’s in 2023. Hailing from Dublin’s iconic Temple Bar and with tours across Europe and the U.S., the band are renowned for their banjo-driven energy and…