VisitLiverpool is bringing holiday magic to life this winter with the launch of their new Christmas campaign, “Let It Be Liverpool at Christmas.” A celebration of festive fun, the campaign invites residents and visitors alike to experience the joy of Liverpool’s holiday spirit, from seasonal events, to dazzling lights, and a host of unforgettable experiences. Running throughout the Christmas season, “Let It Be Liverpool at Christmas” highlights the region’s festive events calendar including spectacular light displays, Christmas markets, family-friendly […]
Organisers are now seeking nominations for the ‘Hidden Gem’ category in the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards. This category is voted for by the public and will recognise the region’s ‘best kept secret’. Hidden Gems could be attractions, bars, cafés, restaurants, tours, or natural assets which are off the main tourism trail. By nominating a ‘Hidden Gem,’ they could be catapulted into the Tourism Awards spotlight. Please click here to nominate your Hidden Gem. The first round of voting will close […]
Live audience podcasts, curated Q&A sessions and artistic performances will spotlight Liverpool’s ambitions to become the most sustainable city for film, TV and music – on the planet! On Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November, a special two-day event, Expedition One, will take place at Exhibition Centre Liverpool which will officially launch Liverpool’s UN Accelerator City for Climate Action status – a world first, powered by Ecotricity. There will be access to FREE tickets to be in the audience for the recording of […]
Businesses across Liverpool are being encouraged to participate in a key survey regarding the city’s highway and transport services. The City Council is seeking feedback from the business community to help shape future improvements. Andrew Mollon, Director of Sustainable Transport, Highways & Parking at Liverpool City Council, said: “We value the input of our local businesses in shaping the future of Liverpool’s infrastructure. This survey provides an opportunity for businesses to share their experiences and suggestions, ensuring that our highway […]
Liverpool in 360 launches ahead of a bumper year of live music, featuring performances from Sosa, Keyside, Ni Maxine, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra’s Equilibrium Quartet. Watch the Liverpool in 360 film below: Liverpool, a UNESCO City of Music, has long been celebrated around the globe for its indelible contributions to a wide range of musical genres. That tradition continues as world class artists are captured in unique and historic locations across the city. For further info head to www.visitliverpool.com/whats-on/music-events-in-liverpool/. […]
Step into the world of horse racing history with Aintree Tours, an unforgettable experience taking place from 27th – 30th November 2024 Hosted by The Jockey Club, these exclusive tours offer a rare, behind-the-scenes look at one of the UK’s most iconic sporting venues. Get an insider’s perspective on the course where champions have triumphed, and learn about Aintree’s incredible legacy. Visitors can expect a guided journey through the historic grounds, including a close look at the Grand National course, […]
Region leads national debate on future of UK games industry at Develop:North 2024. Public and private sectors unite to welcome delegates, support the conference and deliver fringe events programme. City set to showcase top regional gaming talent at leading industry event. Liverpool is gearing up to be at the heart of the UK games industry this November as it proudly hosts Develop:North 2024 on November 14th at The Spine. Bringing together game developers, creative minds, and industry leaders from across […]
‘NEW YORK BLOG’ By Kevin McManus, Head of UNESCO City of Music, Culture Liverpool You can make a strong argument that the two greatest music cities in the world are Liverpool and New York. (Nashville, Memphis, and New Orleans may try to force themselves into the reckoning as well, but let’s ignore them for now.) I was fortunate enough to spend a couple of days in New York recently as part of a Combined Authority mission to the US and […]
Poignant moment two days after ‘A Hard Day’s Night’ 60th anniversary reissue Tribute comes amid packed schedule of meetings aimed at driving trade, innovation, investment and tourism The delegation will explore shared history with the USA to build closer cultural links Talks with New York music leaders in Central Park, a park inspired by Wirral’s Birkenhead Park, in the Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram made a poignant visit to the scene of John Lennon’s murder before laying a floral tribute […]
Liverpool City Region’s Maghull Station triumphs as Britain’s best in the World Cup of Stations 2024
Merseyrail have today announced that they are are delighted to tell everyone that Liverpool City Region’s Maghull station has won the national grand final of the World Cup of Stations 2024, securing the title of Britain’s best railway station. The win was announced today following last Friday’s final vote, which saw the station beat out strong finalists King’s Lynn and Dorridge, to claim the top spot. This year’s contest celebrated the diverse businesses found in train stations across Great Britain, […]