Liverpool City Region is celebrating an unprecedented achievement with seven outstanding businesses named as finalists in the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence – the highest number ever for the region. Showcasing the exceptional quality and diversity of tourism businesses across Liverpool, Southport, and the Wirral, the finalists highlight the region’s status as a world-class destination. Natalie Wyatt, Managing Director of Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership, said: “This record-breaking achievement reflects the incredible standards our tourism partners consistently deliver. From our […]
Liverpool has officially retained its Purple Flag status for the 15th year in a row—recognising the city as one of the safest and most vibrant nightlife destinations in the UK. But what does that actually mean for a night out in Liverpool? In a new film, Managing Director of The Guide Liverpool, Jay Hynd meets John Hughes from Liverpool Nightlife CIC to explore the initiatives, partnerships, and people working behind the scenes to keep residents and visitors safe while enjoying […]
Held on Friday 31 January, The Liverpool City Region For All Forum brought together industry leaders, accessibility champions, and businesses committed to making tourism truly inclusive. Hosted at Exhibition Centre Liverpool, the event showcased the region’s leadership in accessible tourism while equipping businesses with practical tools to improve their offer. INSIGHTS, INSPIRATION & ACTION The day opened with a compelling keynote from keynote speaker and event host, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE DL, who reinforced that “Inclusion drives innovation and growth.” […]
Today, Liverpool Biennial launches the full programme for its 13th edition, taking place from 7 June – 14 September 2025. Titled ‘BEDROCK’, Liverpool Biennial 2025 is curated by Marie-Anne McQuay with Director Dr Samantha Lackey and the Liverpool Biennial Team. ‘BEDROCK’ draws on Liverpool’s distinctive geography and the beliefs which underpin the city. It is inspired by the sandstone which spans the city region and is found in its distinctive architecture. ‘BEDROCK’ also acts as a metaphor for the unique […]
Liverpool has once again been recognised as a premier destination for group travellers, earning a nomination for the prestigious ‘Best UK Destination’ award at the 2025 Group Leisure & Travel Awards. This accolade highlights the city’s enduring appeal and its commitment to offering exceptional experiences for visitors. This year’s nomination reaffirms Liverpool’s status as a top choice for group travel, reflecting its continuous efforts to enhance and expand its tourism landscape. The Group Leisure & Travel Awards recognise and […]
The excitement surrounding the 2025 Randox Grand National has soared following the announcement of the handicap weights at the annual event at St George’s Hall in Liverpool, held on Tuesday 11th of February. The reveal has set the stage for one of the most anticipated races in horse racing history, with defending champion I Am Maximus allocated the top weight of 11st 12lb. The horse, trained by Willie Mullins, will be looking to emulate the legendary Red Rum, the last […]
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens is bringing the wonders of Mars to life with their exciting ‘Mars at the Museum’ programme from now until March 9, 2025. Visitors can experience Luke Jerram’s extraordinary 6-meter-wide installation of the red planet, which will be displayed throughout the museum and gardens. The programme offers a range of activities for all ages, including family-friendly workshops, talks, and concerts. During half-term, there will be fun, space-themed workshops for children, as well as mindfulness sessions and […]
Sefton businesses are invited to a free event to discover the major public and private investment projects set to transform Bootle and Southport over the coming years. Hundreds of Millions in Investment Taking place on Thursday, 20th February 2025, from 8am to 11am at The Lake House, Waterloo, this event will showcase the ambitious regeneration plans bringing hundreds of millions of pounds into the borough. Key developments include: The revitalisation of Bootle, featuring The Strand and Salt and Tar Southport’s […]
This Lunar New Year, Focal Studios will bring St Luke’s Bombed Out Church to life with an unforgettable projection mapped experience celebrating the year of the Snake. Produced by local immersive projection experts, visitors will be transported on a breathtaking audiovisual journey inspired by Chinese mythology. The projections transform the church’s architecture into a dynamic canvas, blending mythical tales with local heritage. Audiences will watch in awe as cosmic forces collide, barren landscapes bloom into spring, and a majestic hero […]
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) handled 5.1 million passengers in 2024, taking the airport beyond 5 million passengers for the first time since the covid pandemic and the highest passenger numbers handled since 2011. The Airport has seen growth in passenger numbers and services throughout 2024, bringing an increase of 21% compared to 2023, following the start of the Jet2.com and Jet2holidays operation and further expansion of services by easyJet and Ryanair. In a year that also saw the airport […]