Liverpool City Council has launched a special festival in its Creative Neighbourhoods Program. The festival has been commissioned by the council and will be shaped by the dreams and memories of the Knotty Ash and Dovecot Park residents. The memories and dreams of the residents will be gathered and discussed in the community gatherings and… Continue reading Your dreams and memories could shape a festival coming to Dovecot
Author: Sarah Latcham
Ssspectacular celebrations as Liverpool marks the Year of the Snake
Liverpool is preparing to celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Snake, with various events and activities taking place across the city. The city centre will host the main Chinese New Year celebrations, on Sunday 2 February in and around Europe’s oldest Chinatown. The festivities will feature the traditional dragon, lion,… Continue reading Ssspectacular celebrations as Liverpool marks the Year of the Snake
River of Light smashes previous festival records
The River of Light festival in Liverpool has reportedly been the most successful ever following the release of a report on last year’s event. The 12-night light festival attracted double the number of visitors from previous years and was worth £18.9m to the local economy. The festival brought many benefits to local businesses, such as higher… Continue reading River of Light smashes previous festival records
BLOG: Big Weekend is a Big Deal for Liverpool
Liverpool’s Director of Culture, Claire McColgan CBE has spoken on the significance of hosting major musical events for the city and the impact of the forthcoming flagship festival – BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend – in May. Liverpool’s deserved reputation as a music host city has been enhanced in recent years with some of the… Continue reading BLOG: Big Weekend is a Big Deal for Liverpool
Radio 1 Big Weekend is coming to Liverpool!
Superstar Sam Fender will be headlining Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025, which is set to take place in Liverpool from Friday 23 May to Sunday 25 May, according to Radio 1 Breakfast Show host Greg James. The announcement also included news that Myles Smith, Wet Leg, Blossoms, and Lola Young (following her recent debut UK… Continue reading Radio 1 Big Weekend is coming to Liverpool!
Real people. Real businesses. Real stories.
Liverpool City Council’s Business Support Service is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to be introduced to some of the successful start-ups in the city. The Meet the Entrepreneur sessions are free online events, which take place on Friday lunchtimes. They offer a chance for participants to find out how local entrepreneurs turned their… Continue reading Real people. Real businesses. Real stories.
Update on Everton Park Lifestyles Centre
Everton Park Lifestyles Centre had to be partially closed by Liverpool City Council earlier this month, due to damage to the roof. The closure currently affects the dry-side facilities, such as the gym, sports hall and squash courts, which are temporarily unavailable. Members have been asked to use facilities at an alternative Lifestyles Centre, except… Continue reading Update on Everton Park Lifestyles Centre
Liverpool to host British Chess Championships
Liverpool will be hosting the British Chess Championships in the summer of 2025 alongside a wider chess festival that aims to provide the event with the strongest line-up in its 121-year history. From July 31 to August 10, the top chess players in Britain will descend upon Liverpool as the English Chess Federation’s most important… Continue reading Liverpool to host British Chess Championships
Homegrown hit comedy returns
Liverpool’s Film Office has announced that ITVX’s comedy show G’wed will return for a second series. The show, written by Danny Kenny and produced by Golden Path Productions, was one of the most successful-ever comedies aired by ITVX and its first season was streamed by over six million viewers. The second series was filmed last… Continue reading Homegrown hit comedy returns
Looking after your mental health
Mental health concerns have become increasingly common, often caused by social issues such as loneliness, financial worries, and relationship problems. However, it’s essential to understand that you’re not alone and that professional help is available to everyone in need. If you or someone you know has mental health troubles, you may avail of the services… Continue reading Looking after your mental health