Author: Amy Ward

The Liverpool Half Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, 15 March, with an anticipated turnout of 15,000 participants, making it the largest BTR Liverpool Half Marathon event held in the city to date. Due to this significant influx of runners and spectators, those traveling in and around Liverpool are being advised to carefully… Continue reading Liverpool Half Marathon – everything you need to know about this Sunday’s race

Liverpool is set to honor its renowned musical heritage with the launch of Liverpool Music Month, a new initiative taking place throughout May 2026. Organized by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, this month-long celebration runs from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 31, showcasing live performances, cultural happenings, and community events across the city region.… Continue reading Liverpool Music Month to launch followed by city-region-wide Summer of Music

Liverpool’s libraries are gearing up to mark World Book Day this March with a variety of free activities designed for families and children. The events include everything from storytelling and crafts to author visits and interactive workshops, all aimed at engaging kids up to 12 years old. In addition to public sessions at several local… Continue reading Celebrate World Book Day at Liverpool’s libraries

The film and television sector in the Liverpool City Region has experienced remarkable expansion since 2019, with over 1,600 productions contributing around £150 million to the local economy and generating in excess of 5,000 jobs. The region’s eclectic architecture and supportive filming environment have positioned it as the most filmed area in the UK outside… Continue reading Record growth sees Liverpool City Region become UK’s leading film and TV hub outside London

Starting this weekend, exclusive guided tours of the Cunard Building, one of Liverpool’s renowned Three Graces, will be available once more. After a successful limited engagement in late 2025, this Grade II* listed structure will welcome visitors back from Sunday, 15 February, for an extended run of heritage tours. These tours, which will continue through… Continue reading Exclusive behind-the-scenes Cunard Building tours back by popular demand

This summer, visitors to St George’s Hall will be treated to a rare chance to see one of Liverpool’s most remarkable architectural masterpieces: the stunning Minton tile floor. From 17 July to 2 September 2026, the floor will be on public display for an extended period. Normally kept hidden beneath protective wooden panels to safeguard… Continue reading A Floor to Adore: Liverpool’s Minton Masterpiece Returns for Summer 2026 

LIMF Academy is celebrating its 10-year anniversary by partnering with the Ivors Academy Trust and PPL to launch an all-female music project in the Liverpool City Region. The initiative, called ‘YES WE ARE!’, brings together 12 female songwriters, composers, musicians, and producers for collaborative songwriting and recording sessions at Liverpool’s Kempston Street Studios, supported by… Continue reading LIMF Academy’s all-female music project underway

Liverpool is preparing to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a vibrant lineup of events and activities across the city centre, marking the arrival of the Year of the Horse. The main festivities will take place on Sunday, 22 February, primarily around Liverpool’s Chinatown, which is known as the oldest Chinese community in Europe. A… Continue reading Spectacular celebrations as Liverpool marks the Year of the Horse

Liverpool’s iconic waterfront is set to become the stage for a pioneering festival in May 2027, uniting international athletes and artists in a celebration of inclusive sport and culture. This innovative event aims to blend elite para sport competitions with creative expressions, fostering a unique platform that champions diversity and creativity. The initiative is being… Continue reading Liverpool to host ground-breaking multisport and culture festival

St George’s Hall Charitable Trust is hosting a free public exhibition that celebrates the life and enduring impact of Mary Seacole (1805–1881), a trailblazing nurse, healer, and humanitarian whose bravery and compassion significantly influenced medical history. The exhibition is scheduled from 6 February to 28 February 2026 and will be open from Monday to Saturday,… Continue reading Mary Seacole: A Figure of Care – Free exhibition to open at St George’s Hall