Liverpool City Region is packed with incredible places to visit, from historic parks and iconic cultural venues to stunning landscapes and world-class attractions. To celebrate English Tourism Week 2025 (14-23 March), members of the Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership (LCRDP) Board have come together to highlight the people and places that drive tourism across the region and beyond.
Each board member has chosen a location that holds special meaning for them—places that showcase the beauty, culture, and diversity of the city region’s visitor economy. Their stories, captured in a series of exclusive films, offer a personal insight into what makes these destinations so special.
Here’s where they picked and why you should visit:
LORD HALL – CHAIR
Favourite Place: Birkenhead Park, Wirral
The world’s first publicly funded park, Birkenhead Park has inspired green spaces across the globe, including New York’s Central Park. It remains a must-visit gem, offering visitors peaceful walks, stunning landscapes, and a rich history.
EUNICE OBIANAGHA – MUSIC REPRESENTATIVE
Head of Diversity, UK Music; Founder and Owner, ENSPIRE Management
Favourite Place: M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool
As one of the UK’s leading live entertainment venues, the M&S Bank Arena continues to welcome music legends from around the world. Eunice highlights its role in showcasing Liverpool’s world-famous music heritage.
DONNA HOWITT – DEPUTY CHAIR & RETAIL REPRESENTATIVE
Director of Place at Liverpool ONE
Favourite Place: Port Sunlight Village, Wirral
A beautifully preserved Victorian village, Port Sunlight offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its picturesque streets, historic architecture, and cultural attractions.
ALAN ADAMS – MAJOR ATTRACTION REPRESENTATIVE
General Manager of Southport Flower Show and Victoria Park Events
Favourite Place: The Atkinson, Southport
A cultural hub in Southport, The Atkinson blends theatre, music, art, and history, providing a vibrant visitor experience.
CLARE BRIEGAL – SPORT REPRESENTATIVE
CEO of World Netball, Chair of Sport Liverpool
Favourite Place: Liverpool Victoria Rowing Club, Wirral
One of the region’s oldest rowing clubs, this Wirral landmark plays a key role in local sports heritage, offering opportunities for all ages to experience rowing.
CLLR HARRY DOYLE – LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE
Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Culture
Favourite Place: Hale Village, Halton
A charming and historic Halton village with scenic walks along the River Mersey, Hale is a hidden gem full of local history.
FAYE DYER – BUSINESS EVENTS REPRESENTATIVE
CEO of ACC Liverpool Group
Favourite Place: Knowsley Hall, Knowsley
A stunning historic estate, Knowsley Hall is an exclusive venue blending heritage and elegance, making it a top choice for events and corporate hospitality.
CLLR KATE GROUCUTT – LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY REPRESENTATIVE
Cabinet Member for Economy, Business & Skills, Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
Favourite Place: Haydock Park Racecourse, St Helens
One of the UK’s leading racecourses, Haydock Park is a major sporting venue attracting racing fans from across the country.
PETER HAMPSON – SEFTON REPRESENTATIVE
Chief Executive of the British Destinations Association
Favourite Place: Lord Street, Southport
A picturesque boulevard lined with elegant Victorian architecture, Lord Street is a centrepiece of Southport’s seaside charm.
HOWARD LEWIS – ACCOMMODATION REPRESENTATIVE
General Manager of the Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village
Favourite Place: Stanley Park, Liverpool
A beautifully landscaped green space nestled between Anfield and Goodison Park, Stanley Park is a stunning retreat in the heart of the city.
MADELINE HENEGHAN – CULTURE REPRESENTATIVE
Co-Director of Writing on the Wall (WoW) Festival
Favourite Place: Princes Boulevard, Liverpool
A historic boulevard in Liverpool 8, celebrating the city’s rich cultural heritage through public art and storytelling.
BARRINGTON PAUL ROBINSON – FILM AND TV REPRESENTATIVE
Creative Film and Television Producer
Favourite Place: The Plaza Cinema, Waterloo
A much-loved community cinema, The Plaza has been entertaining audiences for generations and is an integral part of the region’s film tourism scene.
JOHN HUGHES – NIGHT-TIME ECONOMY REPRESENTATIVE
Chair of Liverpool’s Nightlife CIC
Favourite Place: Ropewalks, Liverpool
Liverpool’s Ropewalks district is the heart of the city’s nightlife, home to independent bars, live music venues, and an electric atmosphere.
PAUL ASKEW – CULINARY ARTS REPRESENTATIVE
Chef Patron/CEO of The Art School Restaurant & President of Disciples Escoffier UK
Favourite Place: Claremont Farm, Wirral
A champion of local produce, Claremont Farm showcases the best of the region’s food scene, from fresh seasonal ingredients to hands-on cookery experiences.
English Tourism Week is all about celebrating the unique places that make England special—and with these personal picks from the LCRDP Board, there’s plenty of inspiration for your next adventure in Liverpool City Region!
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