Mersey Ferries is more than just a transport service – it’s a regional icon, a gateway to the River Mersey, steeped in maritime heritage and loved by tourists, commuters, and local families alike. Now, they’re offering a unique opportunity for a creative and ambitious food & beverage supplier to join us in reimagining the ferry experience, on board, at our terminals, and beyond. This is a rare opportunity to work in one of the UK’s most recognisable and beloved visitor […]
The Knowsley Music Festival is back again, taking place from 29 October – 28 November with another fantastic line up of musical talent from across the Liverpool City Region and beyond! In addition to the main music festival line up, the Knowsley Fringe Music Festival returns with shows taking place at venues throughout Knowsley from 1-14 November There will be original music and much-loved covers spanning across the musical genres, from Motown, soul and R&B to Rock, pop, opera and more. There […]
Huyton Village is on the cusp of a major regeneration that promises to reshape its role in the Liverpool City Region’s visitor economy. A proposed £50 million transformation will deliver new homes, hospitality, and public spaces designed to attract both residents and visitors. Knowsley Council has submitted an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the ambitious scheme, which includes: A 130-bed hotel Around 420 new homes A new council headquarters A library and community hub A modern transport interchange with EV […]
Liverpool City Council’s annual Remembrance Service will take place on Sunday 9 November on the plateau at St George’s Hall. This year’s service holds special significance as it commemorates the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, marking the end of World War II in Europe and the Far East. The event will honour the sacrifices of those who served, those currently serving, and those who gave their lives in conflict. The Band […]
Adventure Coast Southport’s spectacular Day of the Dead Festival is set to light up the North West this autumn with unmissable live shows, family entertainment and dramatic firework finales. Taking place on Saturday 1st November and Saturday 8th November, this bold celebration of Mexico’s Día de los Muertos promises an unforgettable evening filled with fire, rhythm and colour. With gates opening at 4.30pm, the festival’s dynamic programme blends high-energy performance, atmospheric lighting and immersive entertainment, building to a coastal firework finale that will […]
Africa Oyé have announced big changes for their 2026 festival as organisers prepare for an exciting new era for the much-loved event. The UK’s biggest celebration of African and Caribbean music and culture returns this summer following a fallow year in 2025 due to rising infrastructure costs, changing legislation, and the increasingly difficult challenge of keeping the event free. The jewel in Liverpool’s festival crown will return as a ticketed event in 2026 with organisers committed to making it as affordable as possible for its […]
Liverpool City Council is launching a major lighting upgrade this week, bringing smarter, greener streetlights to the area around the Bramley Moore Dock. Phase one of the works, delivered by contractor McCann, will run from Monday 20 October to Tuesday 11 November and cover 11 key streets connecting the City Centre to the new Hill Dickinson Stadium. The lighting upgrade was undertaken to address increased demand and changing patterns of road use associated with events at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. […]
With the 2025 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships underway in Jakarta this week, British Gymnastics has announced its ambition to bring the event back to Liverpool in 2030. Should the bid be successful, the event would be one of the biggest global sporting events to be held in the UK that year. The national governing body for gymnastics has been working with UK Sport, Liverpool City Council and Liverpool City Region Combined Authority to explore and develop a strong and compelling […]
Hugely popular River of Light returns with 10 installations plus market and tours of Cunard Building
River of Light – the much-loved, free light festival which every year transforms Liverpool’s iconic waterfront into an outdoor art gallery – gets under way on Friday 24 October. This year, 10 large-scale artworks are being showcased until Sunday 2 November, celebrating the theme The Science of Light – with each of the installations inspired by an area of science, technology or nature. Working alongside the city’s incredible science and innovation community – each of the artworks aim to capture the imagination of visitors in new ways as they explore the 3km trail along the waterfront, including […]
Liverpool City Region businesses are being encouraged to attend a unique event focused on the often-overlooked social dimension of sustainability. Hosted at The Square, Chester Zoo, Business for Nature: The Social Side of Sustainability. Taking place on Thursday 13 November from 8.30am to 11am, the event will explore how organisations can effectively integrate social sustainability into their strategies – engaging with their customers, staff and wider communities to create meaningful impact. You’ll have the opportunity to: – Hear from our […]