She made waves on Love Island 2024, and now Samantha Kenny is back in the spotlight — this time with a summer glow, a love for Pilates, and some seriously sparkling accessories. We caught up with the Liverpool-born TV star to talk about her favourite Islanders from this year’s series, her go-to skincare secrets, and her recent campaign with Say It With jewellery. From gold bangles to Real Housewives binges, here’s what Samantha’s been loving…
The Art of the City: Paul Curtis on Murals, Milestones, and Merseyside Pride If you’ve wandered the streets of Liverpool with your eyes open, chances are you’ve encountered the vivid, soul-stirring work of Paul Curtis. From the now-iconic For All Liverpool’s Liver Birds wings on Jamaica Street to a growing portfolio of murals that speak to the heart of the city. Once a geologist, now a painter of walls and chronicler of culture, Curtis captures…
Indie trio Cassia will headline BOOT FEST 2025, the open-air all-day music festival returning to Future Yard’s Garden, in Birkenhead on Saturday 19 July. Curated by BOOT — MUSIC Magazine, the much-loved North West music platform, the event runs from 1pm to 10:30pm and promises a stacked bill of rising indie artists from across the region. Tickets are on sale now for just £18. Topping the bill, Cassia arrive fresh off the release of their…
From Saturday 5 July, Picante is heating the weekends up in Liverpool with the launch of Late Night Más – a late-night tequila den. Upstairs in Más the lights will dimmed, the music a joyous blend of house and Latino beats and the intimate dance floor will be ready. Picante’s array of signature Margaritas and classic cocktails will be served along with beers, spirits and their already legendary bar snacks. Late Night Más will take…
From timeless Merseybeat anthems to enchanting synth-pop classics, The Liverpool Songbook emerged as more than just a concert; it was a fervent celebration of the city’s pulsating musical spirit, artfully presented within the resplendent architecture of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Under the skilled direction of conductor Richard Balcombe, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra enveloped the audience in lush orchestral textures and intricate arrangements that breathed new life into Liverpool’s most cherished songs. Each familiar…
Making your home more accessible doesn’t mean sacrificing style. With a thoughtful approach, you can design a space that’s inclusive, comfortable, and still full of personality. Adapting your home for ageing, mobility needs, or future-proofing works best when practical features blend seamlessly with great design. Here are some helpful ways that you can improve accessibility within your home while keeping the charm that makes your home in Liverpool feel like yours. 1. Make Entrances Welcoming…
Everton and Castore have released the new 2025/26 home kit that will be worn during the Club’s landmark first season at Hill Dickinson Stadium. The shirt, featuring a mesmeric patterned ‘wave’, takes inspiration from the royal blue Mersey that provides the backdrop for the Club’s stunning new waterfront home. Men’s, women’s and youth kits, as well as infant and baby versions, are now on sale and available online at evertondirect.com, and in store at Everton…
This July, BOXPARK Liverpool is transforming into the ultimate family football fan park, bringing the excitement of the Women’s Euros 2025 to the heart of the city. From Wednesday 2 July to Sunday 28 July, fans can catch every match on the venue’s giant screen, in partnership with Carling, creating the perfect atmosphere to cheer on the Lionesses as they defend their European title. The action-packed fan zone offers more than just football. Visitors can…
Dicey Reilly’s, Liverpool’s beloved Irish sports bar nestled in the heart of Wolstenholme Square, is cranking up the flavour this season with the launch of a sizzling new summer menu. Well known for its electric matchday atmosphere, hearty hospitality, and Irish soul, Dicey’s latest food offering blends bold flavours with comfort food classics – all with a cheeky Irish twist. New headline dishes include the zingy Hot Honey Halloumi Salad and the crowd-pleasing Hot Chicken…
Looking to get obsessed with the hottest band around, look no further than local four-piece Keyside. From jamming post-Pandemic to playing BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend, I’d advise you to keep an eye on Keyside. The future is looking nothing but bright for the Merseyside-based band. Ahead of their busy summer and headline tour at the end of the year, we caught up with them to ask about their journey so far, their inspirations, and…
The summer months are perfect for rooftop drinks and once we reach April onwards, one Liverpool rooftop bar and nightclub is the perfect spot for al fresco cocktails. Sensation, Liverpool’s popular rooftop bar based on Seel Street, doubles its guests and in turn, its sales, come the spring/summer months due to Liverpool’s only sangria and spritz trees, with a choice of Aperol Spritz, Limoncello and Hugo Spritz! An in demand spot during the winter, Sensation hosts spectacular events…
Currently embarking on a highly anticipated UK tour, Original Theatre’s production of The Croft has already garnered significant critical attention since its 2020 premiere, being praised for its masterful blend of suspense, history, and the supernatural. It is set to run at the Liverpool Playhouse from Tuesday 1st to Saturday 5th July. Set against the starkly beautiful yet haunting backdrop of the remote Scottish Highlands, The Croft transports audiences to a former crofter’s hut in…
Liverpool-based alt-pop artist Natalie McCool is back with a bang. Her brand new single I Fantasise, out now via Fortress Sounds, marks the start of a vibrant new era for the singer-songwriter and producer. Following her critically acclaimed 2021 album Memory Girl, featuring standout tracks like Devils, Take Me To Your Leader, and the fan-inspired title track, Natalie returns with a bright, nostalgic banger just in time for summer. Taking cues from legendary summer anthems…
INDIKA, Milap’s festival of Indian Arts, returns to Liverpool this October with a fresh, expanded lineup of events. The 15 day celebration of Indian music, dance and culture, will take place across the entire Liverpool City Region, bringing the best of Indian arts to an even wider audience. Chiming with Milap’s 40 year anniversary, this October, the INDIKA festival will feature a programme of Indian music and dance, ranging from cutting-edge contemporary to deeply rooted…
As the heavy wooden doors of St George’s Hall creaked open, something more than a film screening was about to unfold. Romeo + Juliet, reimagined by immersive trailblazers Backyard Cinema, transformed Liverpool’s neoclassical landmark into a sacred space of love, loss, and late-90s nostalgia. Backyard Cinema’s founder, Dominic Davies, is known for curating cinematic experiences that reach beyond the screen—and this production is no exception. Following sell-out runs in London and touring across the UK,…
Where Art and Lived Experience Collide… Some artists paint pictures. Others throw punches. Amartey Golding somehow does both – and neither – crafting work that pulls you in and holds you there, somewhere between discomfort and wonder. Now, this shape-shifting storyteller brings his latest exhibition to FACT Liverpool, and trust us, it’s one for the soul. Golding’s life reads like a patchwork of place and perspective: born in London in the late ’80s to an…
Now the dust has settled and the confetti has been swept away, it’s time to look back at what was an incredible and unique season for Liverpool FC. When Arne Slot took the reins from the much loved Jurgen Klopp at the end of the 2023/2024 season, few people (myself included) could have imagined just how successful the club was going to be in the upcoming season. Despite Klopp leaving the club with a strong,…
Summer in Liverpool just got a whole lot cooler—and we’re not talking about the weather. As they celebrate their 20th year of frightfully fun street theatre, Liverpool’s award-winning ghost tour legends Shiverpool are serving up Summer Shivers 2025: a devilishly delightful programme of eerie experiences and limited-time offers to make your August unforgettable. The tours aren’t just walks—they’re immersive street theatre experiences, with flamboyant cloaked guides, spine-chilling soundscapes, and meticulously researched tales from Liverpool’s shadowy…
This August, the Penny Lane Weekender returns for its third year, continuing Penny Lane’s global musical legacy with a 3-day festival spotlighting local and independent artists and bands. Taking over venues on and around Liverpool’s iconic Penny Lane, the festival celebrates the city’s vibrant grassroots music scene. Created in 2023 by Liverpool Post-Punk band Pleasure Island, the grassroots community festival was conceived to showcase Liverpool-based acts from the local community. Initially billed as a one-off event in…
Immersive theatre returns to one of Liverpool’s most famous hotels this summer with an audience experience that promises to be both ‘intimate and interactive’. The creative team behind The Bedroom which sold out its run at The Adelphi last year are heading back to the Edwardian city centre building for 2025 with follow-up show, The Living Room. Taking place in a ‘private, hidden room’ at The Adelphi, The Living Room is another unique site-specific piece of theatre brought to the city…