A brand-new Liverpool Independent Freshers Fair is set to launch on Tuesday 16 September 2025, giving students the ultimate introduction to everything the city has to offer. The one-day event, held at Einstein Bier Haus in Concert Square, will showcase the best of Liverpool’s independent restaurants, cafés, bars, clubs, and shops, alongside major national brands. Students can expect exclusive discounts, deals, and plenty of freebies. From food and drink samples to student-only offers, the fair…
A brand-new padel centre featuring championship-standard indoor courts opened its doors at Cheshire Oaks on Monday 1 September. Ignite Padel, the Liverpool-based company behind the hugely popular Liverpool site, has unveiled its second venue in less than a year. The new club boasts five world-class indoor courts and two outdoor courts, offering year-round play whatever the weather. Padel – a fast-paced sport that blends tennis and squash – is now the world’s fastest-growing racquet game,…
Liverpool’s culinary scene is set to welcome an exciting new addition this autumn with the launch of Barnacle Restaurant & Bar, the gastronomic brasserie from Harry and Paul Askew. Following its debut in Duke Street Market in 2021 and a street food pop-up at Albert Dock, this marks the first time Barnacle will operate as a standalone restaurant, located in the city’s historic Georgian Quarter on Hardman Street. The bar and lobby will softly open…
Life’s major transitions often arrive without warning, leaving Liverpool residents searching for guidance during challenging times. If you are facing a relationship breakdown, child custody concerns, or complicated financial matters, the path forward can seem overwhelming. These important moments typically require more than just emotional support; they demand professional legal advice from specialists who understand both family law and the unique context of Merseyside communities. Liverpool provides a variety of resources for those experiencing significant…
If you’ve ever wondered what happens when traditional folk music collides with a stand-up routine in flat caps, the answer came loud and clear at the Theatre Royal in St Helens. As a part of their uniquely original Definitely Gravy tour The Lancashire Hotpots—St Helens’ very own folk-comedy heroes—returned to their hometown stage for a night that proved once again why they’ve built a cult following across the North and beyond. The Homecoming Spirit There was…
Liverpool’s dining scene is set for an exciting addition this autumn, as The Ivy Asia announces its arrival above the Ivy Liverpool Brasserie on Castle Street. Part of the iconic restaurant group’s growing portfolio of eight locations nationwide, The Ivy Asia Liverpool promises a vibrant dining experience combining theatrical interiors with bold, Asian-inspired cuisine. Guests can expect a sensory journey through innovative flavours, expertly crafted cocktails, and an atmosphere designed to impress. The Ivy Asia’s…
Florence Welch, better known as Florence + The Machine, has announced a major UK and European tour to celebrate the release of her sixth studio album, Everybody Scream, out 31 October 2025. As part of the eighteen-date tour, Florence will perform at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena on Friday 13 February 2026, joined by rising star Paris Paloma, who will open each night across the tour. Tickets go on general sale Friday 5 September at 10am,…
Flight Club, the lively cocktail and Social Darts bar, is launching a limited-edition Negroni menu to celebrate the timeless drink. Ahead of Negroni Week, which runs 22 – 28 September, Flight Club will champion the classic cocktail for a full month, from 1 – 30 September. The new limited-edition cocktail menu will feature three exclusive twists on the Negroni, alongside the original recipe. The new menu has been created by Flight Club’s ‘Bar Masters’—the brand’s…
dot-art Gallery in Liverpool will host Abstract Alchemy, a new group exhibition featuring works by Amanda Oliphant, Felice Beilin and Rachel McArdle, running from 5 September – 11 October 2025. The exhibition explores how three artists use processes akin to alchemy to transform recordings, memories and lived experiences of nature into abstract depictions of landscapes in constant flux. Amanda Oliphant translates patterns, rhythms, and sensations of the natural world into textured visual stories. Drawing on…
Liverpool’s roads and streets have become my sanctuary. Especially during the summer, arguably the best season of the year, because the beautiful sun creates an atmosphere that gives me the incentive to casually stroll the pavements with my camera in tow, hoping to take pictures of anything seemingly uncanny. While walking on Prescot Road in the Fairfield area of Liverpool, I came across an overgrown pathway, which is, of course, not too uncommon when you think about it.…
With the new Premier League season underway fans across the country are taking up their matchday rituals again and heading to grounds old and new. However, for disabled fans, it seems that the new country’s newest stadiums are the best venues, with Everton’s Hill-Dickinson Stadium and Tottenham Hotspur’s aptly named Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ranking as the top two in the Premier League for accessibility. This comes after new research from the experts at Halton Stairlifts…
The Municipal Hotel & Spa Liverpool is inviting guests to indulge in its viral relaxation experience, the Time for Serenity & Sound package, now available to book online from £149.00. The experience has already captured the attention of wellness lovers worldwide, with videos of the Floating Sound Bath amassing more than 840,000 views on the hotel’s TikTok page. Designed to combine luxury with deep relaxation, the evening experience includes two hours of access to the…
Liverpool’s biggest open-air cinema experience is set to make a hauntingly good return this autumn as The Reader, the national Shared Reading charity based at Calderstones Park, brings back its hugely popular outdoor screenings with a spooky seasonal twist. After a summer of sell-out shows that saw thousands of people flock to the historic Mansion House gardens, audiences are invited once again to enjoy a carefully curated programme of films – this time for Halloween…
Camp and Furnace in Liverpool has hosted multiple shows over the years but tonight the venue is packed out for one of the most entertaining bands on the rock scene, The Hives. Forming in Sweden back in 1993, the band have grown increasingly more popular due to their catchy riffs and huge choruses. They may not of quite hit superstardom the way other bands have but they have a strong fanbase of diehard followers and…
Finding Equilibrium: The Geometry of Regenerated Spaces. Stepping into the world of artist Gay Caul is to encounter a captivating dialogue between urban landscapes and geometric abstraction. Her work, deeply rooted in an engagement with regenerated dockland areas, translates the dynamic tension and relationships found within these spaces into a language of hard-edged forms and bold lines. Gay Caul’s reductive approach strips back the complexities of urbanisation, focusing on the fundamental structures and their interplay.…
A passionate couple from Liverpool have launched an independent footwear brand with a difference. Parents to four children, Paul Triggs and Olivia Taylor, created Through Different Eyes with their seven year old, nonverbal daughter Violet in mind. Creating luxury style trainers at affordable prices, the couple were inspired to launch the business after Violet was diagnosed with autism. She is also nonverbal. Paul, 41, explained: “Raising a child with additional needs has brought many challenges, but also…
Liverpool, the wait is over! Tickets for The Big Liverpool Bake are officially on sale! Head to thebigliverpoolbake.com to grab yours now. After announcing their opening in October 2025 at 60 Old Hall Street, The Big Liverpool Bake promises an unforgettable blend of fun, flour, and friendly competition. Guests bake in pairs with 90 minutes on the clock to bake, decorate and see one pair crowned the winners. With 12 fully equipped baking stations, monthly themed recipes, and a cake-inspired cocktail bar…
Following the warm reception of his debut single Chasing, rising singer-songwriter Dan Napper returns with a darker, more emotionally complex follow-up in Nightfall – a track that trades innocence for intensity without losing any of the heartfelt lyricism that won fans over in the first place. Where Chasing was wide-eyed and romantic, Nightfall delves into the murkier waters of illicit love and internal conflict. Written during what Napper himself calls a “head and heart fight,”…
Craving some juicy, crispy fried chicken in Liverpool? You’re in luck! Liverpool’s food scene boasts a clucking good selection of restaurants serving up this golden-fried comfort food. Whether you’re looking for classic Southern-style, Nashville hot, or Korean-inspired flavours, we’ve got you covered. Dive into our guide to discover the best fried chicken places in Liverpool, sure to satisfy your cravings. Pattersons Marinated in their own secret recipe, Pattersons can give KFC a run for their…
We’ve devoured our way around the city and compiled a delectable list of our top 10 best restaurants in Liverpool, sure to satisfy every craving from juicy burgers, small plates, pizzas, Indian street food and more. We know that we’re about to cause controversy and outcries from many of you out there but this is our top ten best restaurants in Liverpool. It’s only our opinion although I’m sure there’s many who agree with us.…