Star Pins is bringing the ultimate day-to-night entertainment experience to School Lane from 15th January! Ten-Pin Bowling, Ice-Free Curling, Tech Darts, Karaoke, Shuffleboard, and a brand-new arcade, all served up with incredible food and drinks. Following a smash-hit launch in Coventry, Star Pins is set to bring its legendary lanes, games and more to Liverpool’s social scene. By day, it’s the perfect destination for family fun and mates’ meet-ups. But when the clock strikes 6pm,…
Craft Beer Expo will return to Black Lodge Brewery on Friday 12 and Saturday 13 June 2026 with an expanded mix of food, drink and music across the Baltic Triangle site. The festival has been part of Liverpool’s independent scene for more than thirteen years and is recognised as the UK’s longest running craft beer event. Next year’s edition also sits within Black Lodge Brewery’s tenth birthday year, creating a natural moment to develop the…
With the New Year upon us, people across the city – and beyond – are already searching for what’s on in Liverpool 2026. From major music festivals and stadium gigs to must-see theatre, comedy, book festivals and family-friendly events, Liverpool’s 2026 calendar is packed with unmissable moments for all ages. We all know how frustrating it can be to find something that is perfect for a date, family outing or for a solo adventure and…
Renowned for its cultural heritage, vibrant nightlife, and strong association with The Beatles, Liverpool has become one of the top cities to visit in the UK, with plenty to see and do for all kinds of visitors. The city offers an array of boutique hotels that serve as the perfect base for travellers seeking a more personalised and intimate experience. Below are, in our opinion, the best boutique hotels in Liverpool, each offering unique charm…
Fancy a great steak? Liverpool is home to some amazing steak restaurants so you can satisfy your carnivorous cravings. From upscale establishments with ambience to match their marbled offerings to hidden gems serving up unpretentious perfection, this list is your guide to a truly stellar steak experience in Liverpool. Here’s our curated selection of the best steak restaurants in Liverpool. Cowshed Set in a grade II listed building, Cowshed is cosy and intimate, with a…
Sutton Kersh have held their final auction of the year bringing their total property sales value to just under 50 million pounds. The Liverpool based property auction house is prominent within the auction industry, has been going for 23 years and have seen many highs and lows within the property market throughout this time. However this year has been the strangest for the business with unexpected high sales and a few lows thrown in for…
Andrew Price – A conversational poet steps into deeper waters with a piece rooted in memory, empathy, and the grit of real life. There’s something immediately engaging about Andrew Price. By day he’s a qualified lawyer; by night – or whenever life gives him a spare moment – he’s a poet of the everyday, gathering the small details most of us sail past. His work isn’t dressed up or weighed down by traditional poetic form.…
There’s no better way to start 2026 than with some of the fantastic January food and drink deals our city has to offer. Whilst our bank accounts may have taken a hit over the Christmas holidays, there’s no reason to miss out on some great food and drink. The streets of Liverpool are lined with some wonderful restaurants, bars and cafes, many of which boasting unmissable January discounts. We’ll keep adding to this guide as we…
Some bands know exactly who they are from day one; others discover their voice through growth, experimentation, and time. Liverpool alternative rock outfit alright (okay) fall proudly into the latter — a band who’ve evolved steadily since forming in 2019, refining their sound through countless gigs, new ideas, and the creative spark that arrived in full force during their 2023 restart. That reboot sparked something real. Their live shows grew sharper and more unpredictable, picking…
Experiencing Europe properly usually means slowing things down and paying attention to how people actually move through the landscape. Big cities have their place, but the continent makes more sense once daily rhythms come into focus. That might be walking a long stretch of coast, crossing borders on a bike, or staying somewhere long enough to notice when shops close for lunch. These trips tend to leave clearer memories because they rely less on planning…
To quote Andy Williams, ‘It’s the most wonderful time of the year’ and on the 13 December I had a wonderful opportunity to add just a little more magic into my festive season, an evening of pure joy performed by the Liverpool Welsh Choral. I attended the Tung Auditorium for an evening of carols and festive tunes in their production ‘Festive Fanfare’ featuring the nationally recognised Northop Silver Band who is steeped in history and…
In January 2026, Liverpool Noise will begin something that looks modest on paper and feels anything but once you scratch the surface. The 52 for 26 Poetry Project will publish one poet a week, every week, for the whole of the year. No grand launch. No competitive framework. Just poems arriving steadily across twelve months — accumulating, conversing, disagreeing, and gradually forming a picture of where Merseyside poetry is as of 2026… From the outset,…
In the space between reader and child, a future starts to take shape… In a city that knows the power of voices being passed down, shared and amplified, it feels only right that one of the UK’s most quietly radical literacy projects is rooted in Liverpool. The Reader’s Reading Heroes project – launched in 2016 – doesn’t shout. It doesn’t dazzle with tech or gamification. Instead, it does something far more subversive in 2025: it…
Liverpool is now full of independent shops, cafés, studios and small companies. In places like the Baltic Triangle and Fabric District, many people have opened new businesses that match Liverpool’s distinctive style and history. These spaces help local owners try new ideas and build strong connections in the community. For many, owning a business here means more than just making money; it is about being part of Liverpool’s future and collaborating with others in the…
Portlands Fish & Chips is proudly celebrating its second year of giving back on Christmas Day, as owner Mubinul Hoque and his dedicated team will once again open their doors on 25 December 2025 offering a free, hearty Christmas Day meal to those who need it most. As with last year’s event, Portlands aims to support NHS staff, carers, emergency & key workers, older individuals, vulnerable members of the community, and anyone who may be…
Come Together Christmas is back for the sixth year running with one simple goal; to ensure that no child in Merseyside wakes up without a Christmas present. Statistics say that one in six children will wake up to nothing on Christmas morning but organiser Mark Scanlon is on a mission to change that in Liverpool. With an incredible target of £100,000, the entrepreneur is confident that the Come Together Christmas Appeal will meet its goal…
Liverpool-based singer-songwriter Helen Maw closes the year on a quietly powerful note with her new single The Beacon. From the outset, The Beacon draws you into a soft, intimate world. Gently sung yet emotionally weighty, the track showcases Helen Maw’s beautiful vocal delivery — delicate, controlled and full of feeling. There’s a haunting quality to the song, one that doesn’t rely on volume or drama, but instead finds its strength in restraint. Every line feels…
Liverpool alt-country outfit Motel Sundown continue their strong run of releases with The Waiting Game, a track that once again highlights the band’s knack for immediacy and melody. From the very first seconds, The Waiting Game wastes no time pulling the listener in. The vocals arrive instantly, setting a sense of urgency that’s carried throughout the song’s brisk tempo and driving rhythm. It feels restless by design — a fitting backdrop for a track that…
The sound of 603 guitars rang out across Mountford Hall last Thursday night (11 December) as Liverpool’s Big Guitar-In returned in spectacular, record-breaking fashion. Beating last year’s total by a single guitarist, the fifth edition of the fundraiser delivered an unforgettable evening of music, unity and community spirit — all in support of The Florrie. Hundreds of guitarists took to the stage together, creating a wall of sound that lifted the roof and underlined the…
Global designer collectibles phenomenon POP MART has officially arrived in Liverpool, opening its brand new store at Liverpool ONE on Friday 12 December. The highly anticipated launch invites fans, families and the creatively curious to step inside POP MART’s vibrant universe, brought to life through beloved characters including THE MONSTERS (LABUBU), SKULLPANDA, MOLLY, HIRONO, DIMOO and more. The Liverpool ONE store blends POP MART’s playful global aesthetic with the city’s legendary creative energy. Long recognised…