Author: Amy Ward

This summer, Croxteth Hall, one of Liverpool’s most cherished historic landmarks, will welcome visitors for a series of special Heritage Market events. After the successful hosting of similar markets at St George’s Hall and the Cunard Building, Liverpool City Council is bringing the initiative to Croxteth Hall, the former residence of the Earls of Sefton,… Continue reading Stalls at the Hall: Heritage Markets return to Croxteth Hall this summer

St George’s Hall is preparing to welcome back its popular seasonal pop-up market this Sunday, 28 June, offering a vibrant experience within the renowned city centre venue. The event will highlight a diverse selection of local creatives, including artists and makers, alongside a variety of street food and beverage options. The Great Hall will be… Continue reading Pop-up market returns to St George’s Hall this weekend

A major volunteer recruitment campaign is underway across Scotland, England, and Wales to find 9,000 individuals to support the historic Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Grands Départs events taking place in the summer of 2027. These volunteers, known as JOY Makers—a name reflecting the initiative’s connection to Grand Départs GB’s… Continue reading Grand Départ GB Calls For Tour De France Volunteers

Liverpool’s renowned Cunard Building is set to welcome visitors for a heritage market and exclusive tours as part of the festivities surrounding the arrival of the cruise liner Queen Anne in the city this June. This distinguished Grade II* listed landmark will open its historic arrivals hall to host a market featuring 50 stalls on… Continue reading Cunard Building to open its doors for heritage market and tours as Queen Anne cruise ship visits Liverpool

Culture Liverpool is seeking innovative and imaginative proposals from artists and arts organisations to develop dynamic, place-based residencies across the city. This initiative forms part of their new programme, Creative Neighbourhoods: Home – A Celebration of Place, which aims to highlight the strength and uniqueness of Liverpool’s communities through creative expression. The programme emphasizes not… Continue reading Commissioning callout: Home – A Celebration of Place

Liverpool City Council has announced that the Fields of Eire Irish Music Festival, scheduled for June 5 and 6, 2026, will not take place in Newsham Park as originally planned. This decision comes after careful evaluation by the Safety Advisory Group (SAG), which includes representatives from Merseyside Police, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service, and the… Continue reading Important notice: Fields of Eire Irish Music Festival

British Wheelchair Basketball has been granted the honor of hosting the 2027 IWBF European Championships, with Liverpool selected as the location for this significant event. Scheduled to take place from September 11 to 19, 2027, the championships will be held at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena, located on the city’s vibrant waterfront. The tournament promises to… Continue reading LIVERPOOL TO HOST HISTORIC 2027 IWBF EUROPEAN WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS

British Gymnastics has successfully secured the rights to host the 2030 Artistic World Championship in Liverpool, marking a significant return of one of the globe’s premier sporting events to the UK. This championship will not only highlight the UK’s standing as a leading nation within the gymnastics community but also provide a vital platform for… Continue reading Artistic Gymnastics World Championships to return to Liverpool in 2030 

Liverpool is preparing to host a pioneering event from May 2 to 8, 2027, marking a historic moment with the launch of the Inclusive Sport & Culture Festival (ISCF). This UK-first festival unites elite Paralympic athletes with a world-class disabled-led arts and culture program, presenting a unique shared platform that celebrates both sporting excellence and… Continue reading Liverpool to host groundbreaking Inclusive Sport & Culture Festival in May 2027

Liverpool City Council has marked a new chapter in the city’s market services with the relaunch of its wholesale market, now known as Wholesale Market Liverpool. This significant event took place on Tuesday, 28 April 2026, and was officially opened by Cllr Barbara Murray, in one of her final acts as Lord Mayor of Liverpool.… Continue reading A new era for Liverpool City Council’s wholesale market