Liverpool is more than a great night out; it is a fantastic weekend away. The city is becoming one of the most popular destinations in the country for a quick break because there is so much to see and do. With some careful planning and a curated list of places to go, you can squeeze a lot of action into your weekend in Liverpool. Sports, theatre, history, dancing, and dining; this town has it all.…
Sad Songs is the latest single from Liverpool’s Katy Alex and will form part of her upcoming debut EP, Glow, which is set to be released on 13 July. Sad Songs follows Katy’s critically acclaimed previous single, Glow, and is another collaboration with her familiar producer Alex Quinn. Katy Alex is a Liverpool based artist, recently moving past the worthy milestone of 250,000 Spotify listeners while remaining with an independent label, Immersive Records. Alex has…
Northwest based indie-rock band KEEF have been driving their sound into the world over the past year with a consistent stream of single releases. Their music, layered somewhere between psychedelic and alternative rock hints towards their working-class upbringing with lyrics touching on isolation from the real world, relationships and the commonly shared discontentment found in day-to-day life. New single She’s Like An Escalator follows the same trajectory, opening with a consistent and frantic rhythm section…
Liverpool is a city steeped in history, yet thanks to a new waterfront restaurant and bar, we’ve discovered even more about the its past. We’ll tell you more about the food and drink of course, but first, here’s the history. Quoting from the restaurant’s menu “The area now known as Mann Island, was until the early part of the 20th Century a shanty town and dock known as Nova Scotia due to its twinning with…
For fans of the massively popular tv show, Stranger Things, there’s an amazing immersive experience you won’t want to miss happening in London this year. Stranger Things: The Experience is a ‘must-do’ this Summer/Autumn. Gather your mates and head for an unforgettable trip to the capital where you can be the hero as you join Eleven, Dustin, Mike, Lucas, Max, and Will for a very special episode. Unlock your powers to save Hawkins alongside your…
As Bold Street continues to be a hugely popular destination for incoming tourists and locals looking for a different day or evening out, the team behind Pub Invest Group are pleased to announce the opening of Tops Dart Club. Located directly above Cheers Big Ears, which is based in the former premises of the Crafty Chandler, it is a unique addition to the city centre’s leisure, food and drink scene. Tops Dart Club has its…
If you’re not one for high-intensity team sports or lengthy solitary pursuits like running, golf is a great way to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors. It’s a sport that’s enjoying a surge in popularity, with England Golf reporting a rise in golf club memberships over the past year, by almost 90,000. Taking up golf can seem like a daunting prospect; there are new techniques to learn, expensive equipment to buy and memberships for…
There is undeniably a link that holds Aston Villa and Liverpool together following the appointment of Steven Gerrard at Villa Park. The former Liverpool captain will be looking to use his links with former Reds stars to help transform the Midlands side over the summer, as the Villa have already brought in Philippe Coutinho and are reportedly interested in bringing former Reds ace Luis Suarez back to the Premier League. But, which players have graced…
Much awaited after its two-year hiatus, Africa Oyé returns to Sefton Park on 18 and 19 June. This year sees the festival celebrate its 30th anniversary, obtaining status as one of Liverpool’s most beloved annual events. Its international lineup of artists is also complemented by a whole host of local talent, with its ‘Introduces’ initiative and community programme. Read all about this year’s Africa Oyé festival, from the headliners to the Active Zone and much…
Be transported to the tropics with Liverpool’s newest nightclub and cocktail bar, Vice, which officially opened its doors on Thursday 2 June. Located on Fleet Street, Vice fuses retro neon hues with Miami’s vibrant aesthetics to deliver a night out with a difference, complete with a Ferrari for the ideal selfie spot. Delivering a brand new experience to the city, the venue takes vision from Floridian nightlife, offering a slice of South beach with an eclectic…
Liverpool Football Club has had a long and successful history in the UEFA Champions League. In this blog post, we will take a look back at some of their most memorable victories in Europe’s top club competition. The Reds have won the Champions League six times, and they have always done it in impressive fashion. Let’s take a look back at some of their greatest moments! Liverpool Champions League Winning Years At A Glance Liverpool…
A highlight of the four-day bank holiday weekend, it’s safe to say that Baltic Weekender has been reinstated as one of the ‘go-to’ multi-genre festivals in Liverpool. The once industrialised area of the Baltic Triangle is now a hub for the alternative. With its venues being the former warehouses that surround Jamaica Street, it the perfect setting for this weekend’s occasion. The Baltic Weekender team put on another weekend of varied acts across the venues…
Little Amal is set to journey through England, visiting Liverpool along the way, during World Refugee Week, from 19 – 27 June 2022, to meet new friends and share a message of hope. Following her now celebrated 8,000km journey from the border of Syria and Turkey, Little Amal, a 3.5 metre puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian girl refugee, has become an international symbol of human rights. She has come to represent the millions of refugee children…
Whether you’re renovating, extending, or simply trying to finish a difficult project, we know how important it is to find an honest, highly skilled local tradesperson to help. Plus, with Brits spending over £110bn on home improvements throughout the pandemic, you won’t be alone if you need a professional to finish that job you started. If you’re looking for a tradesperson in and around the Liverpool area, here are some tips from a study to…
Martin Stilwell’s debut EP comes off the back of an 8 year hiatus. Previously having been the front man for Liverpool bands Alterkicks and Dead Cities, he has taken the decision to go solo with Bathed in Light. Not a newbie to the music scene, Stilwell is a singer songwriter who has been making music for over 20 years and has performed all over the UK, including shows at Glastonbury and T in the Park. …
From the moment you walk through the gates of Dutch Farm, you get an overwhelming sense of community, pride and belonging. Established by YMCA Together in 2011 in the South Liverpool suburbs, the project uses the power of nature to engage people experiencing homelessness, domestic abuse, problematic substance use and challenging mental health issues. It’s a place of tranquillity, reflection, creativity, and somewhere for individuals to enhance their skill set while creating friendships and supporting mental health and…
The UK is filled with many famous landmarks in both the north and the south which is why so many people flock to visit them every year. These visitors are both UK natives as well as international tourists with Britain bringing in around 1.3 million visitors between July and September alone last year. These landmarks are both manmade as well as natural so you really do get to see everything when you witness UK landmarks.…
Liverpool is a city that looks unrecognisable compared to two decades ago. With several regeneration projects, many of which were fuelled by the city’s European Capital of Culture status, this is a place that has become a powerhouse. Developments like Liverpool ONE have transformed the city into what it is today. Our wonderful hometown is on the up and continues to be a fantastic place to live, work, study and have fun. More work is…
It has been confirmed that there will be a Liverpool FC Paris Fan Zone for the Champions League Final. Fans will be able to gather and soak up the matchday atmosphere together ahead of the big game. Liverpool have been working with French authorities and it is now official that there will be a fan zone on Saturday, 28 May at Cours de Vincennes, Paris. The fan zone will be open between 1pm – 5.30pm.…
Join One Fine Day for the ultimate Liverpool FC pre-parade party. Before the parade reaches The Strand, you can celebrate in style at the venue on Sunday 29 May. It’s been an incredible journey for the Reds and now whatever happens in Paris there will be a spectacular celebration through the streets of Liverpool. One Fine Day are hosting an Liverpool FC pre-parade party, soundtracked by a DJ playing all the best Liverpool anthems. There…