Liverpool has launched the second phase of its screen tourism campaign, Liverpool. The Ultimate Setting, in partnership with Liverpool Film Office. This stage seeks to promote Liverpool City Region’s iconic film and television locations, encouraging guests to explore the city through the lens of their favourite films and TV shows, highlighting the vibrant film heritage… Continue reading Liverpool in the spotlight for new screen tourism campaign
Author: Sarah Latcham
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society announces new Chief Executive
Vanessa Reed has been named as the new Chief Executive of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society, taking up the role on June 2, 2025. Under her leadership, she will head one of the UK’s most significant music establishments, which includes the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Company, and… Continue reading Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society announces new Chief Executive
Artists invited to work with Spellow Hub community to look to the future
Spellow Community Hub and Library in the Walton area of Liverpool is calling for artists and arts organizations to team up with Culture Liverpool’s Creative Neighbourhoods programme to deliver an artistic residency. The residency is scheduled to be conducted from February to May of 2020. The program aims to address and explore how people feel… Continue reading Artists invited to work with Spellow Hub community to look to the future
Update: Spellow Hub Library donations
The Spellow Hub Library on Walton Road was vandalized over the weekend, resulting in an outpouring of support from individuals and organizations around the country. Councillor Ruth Bennett, Cabinet Member for Finances, Resources and Transformation, expressed her gratitude for the generosity of residents and partners who have provided everything from cash donations to help replace… Continue reading Update: Spellow Hub Library donations
An ‘Action!’-packed career boost for new Film Office’s trainees
The Action! program run by the Liverpool City Council Film Office has helped more than 400 people start their careers in TV and film. In the first six months, 130 entrants have found paid work, with various roles on productions shot in the Liverpool City Region. 108 people have joined free introductory training courses to… Continue reading An ‘Action!’-packed career boost for new Film Office’s trainees
Update on the future of two of the city’s Lifestyle Centres
Liverpool’s Lifestyles centres could be taken over by two external organisations as part of a community asset transfer process. City of Liverpool Gymnastics Foundation has submitted its interest in taking over Park Road Lifestyles, while St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust has put itself forward in relation to Everton Park Lifestyles. Liverpool City Council has… Continue reading Update on the future of two of the city’s Lifestyle Centres
Full Pride in Liverpool Weekend Programme Revealed
The LCR Pride Foundation is encouraging LGBT+ voices to be heard as it reveals plans for Liverpool’s flagship pride festival weekend in 2024. The charity’s annual theme, “Be Heard,” will be front and center of Pride in Liverpool’s programme set to be held from July 26th to 28th. The proceedings will begin with “Pride Classical,”… Continue reading Full Pride in Liverpool Weekend Programme Revealed
Summer Market Fun at Stanley Park
Stanley Park, one of Liverpool’s most well-known parks, will host its first weekly market this summer. The historic Grade II* listed park will see around 50 stalls offering a vast range of items, including crafts, fashion, fresh produce and accessories. A food and drinks area will also be in place for visitors. The market will… Continue reading Summer Market Fun at Stanley Park
Lifestyles Peter Lloyd reopens its doors
Lifestyles Peter Lloyd, a community center that had been shut due to essential repairs, will reopen its doors next week following a £2.2million refurbishment. Existing and potential members are invited to take a look at some of the revamped areas and meet the team on Monday and Tuesday. From Wednesday, members will have access to… Continue reading Lifestyles Peter Lloyd reopens its doors
Get your green on for family fun at Central Library
Liverpool MakeFest, UK’s biggest Maker event, is set to take place at the Liverpool Central Library, showcasing hybrid technology, arts, and craft festival. The event aims to inspire the next generation of creative technologists and artists by engaging Makers from across the UK to publicize and demonstrate their projects. This year, the program will mainly… Continue reading Get your green on for family fun at Central Library