Author: Amy Ward

Liverpool is preparing to launch its inaugural Music Month, set to kick off on Friday, 1 May. This month-long celebration, organised by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, will showcase a series of live performances, cultural happenings, and community-led activities throughout the city region. Following the conclusion of Music Month, the festivities will continue with Liverpool… Continue reading Liverpool gears up for inaugural Music Month

The Girls’ Brigade of England and Wales has recently been granted the Freedom of Liverpool, a prestigious recognition reflecting their longstanding presence and impact in the community. This organisation, which is part of a worldwide fellowship extending across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Australia, has a rich history of over 130 years. It remains… Continue reading Freedom of Liverpool for Girls’ Brigade of England and Wales  

Liverpool Central Library is preparing to host a complimentary event this month that will highlight the extraordinary John James Audubon book, Birds of America. This remarkable volume, recently featured in the BBC Drama Small Prophets, is recognized as one of the rarest and most valuable books globally. The library is proud to be among the… Continue reading Central Library to host special Birds of America event

Liverpool’s acclaimed Stanley Park Market is preparing to make its return next week, marking its third year running. Recognized as the city’s largest weekday market, it will reopen on Wednesday, 1 April, kicking off the new season with a special Easter-themed celebration. The market’s operations are planned to continue weekly through to December. Originally scheduled… Continue reading Award-winning Stanley Park Market returns for 2026

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