VisitLiverpool, the official tourism body for the city, is proud to announce the launch of a dynamic new campaign that showcases Liverpool City Region as a premier destination for film tourism. As the most filmed UK city outside of London, Liverpool has played a starring role in numerous major film and TV productions, and this new initiative will invite visitors to explore the iconic locations that have brought Hollywood to the city. This exciting campaign ‘Liverpool, The Ultimate Setting’, highlights […]
In 2030 it will be 200 years since Stephenson’s Rocket changed the world. The first inter-city railway changed business and culture forever and Liverpool City Region want to mark this moment in the same spirit of innovation which allowed it to happen in the first place! We’re looking for a dynamic Creative Producer to develop this once-in-a-lifetime project. Working with artists, creatives and key stakeholders you will design a programme of international significance that connects communities, celebrates our heritage, and […]
Liverpool has been selected as the host city for the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 for Elite men and women. The Championships, which will take place from 4 – 14 September 2025 at the M&S Bank Arena, will be the first Elite-level global championships hosted by World Boxing, the new International Federation which has been set-up to ensure that boxing remains at the heart of the Olympic Movement. The action will feature competition in 10 weight classes for both men […]
Liverpool John Lennon Airport has been named the UK’s best airport in Which?’s annual survey – for the second year in a row. Which? surveyed almost 5,000 people about their experiences at airports in the previous twelve months and invited them to rate the airports across eleven categories, including seating, staff, toilets and queues at check in, bag drop, passport control and security. At the top of the table is Liverpool John Lennon Airport, with a customer score of 81 per […]
Event: ‘Your Accessibility Guide Portal’ Date: Monday, September 30th Time: 10 – 11:30am GMT Digital accessibility advocates and professionals are set to gather virtually for a comprehensive webinar titled “Your Accessibility Guide Portal,” scheduled for September 30, 2024. The event, hosted on Eventbrite, aims to empower participants with practical knowledge and tools to create more inclusive online experiences. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, ensuring accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities, has become increasingly crucial. This webinar […]
LIVERPOOL CITY REGION’S RECENT PARTICIPATION IN THE PRESTIGIOUS BORDEAUX FÊTE LE VIN HAS BEEN HAILED AS A RESOUNDING SUCCESS, POSITIONING THE CITY REGION AS A MUST-VISIT DESTINATION FOR INTERNATIONAL TOURISTS. The event, which ran from 27th to 30th June 2024, offered Liverpool an exceptional platform to engage with a global audience, particularly the French market, and to redefine perceptions of the city region. With an ambitious agenda to promote Liverpool City Region as the first stop for visitors to the […]
The video invites visitors to explore the rich culinary landscape that makes Liverpool City Region a must-visit destination for food lovers and travellers alike following on from Liverpool being named as the 11th best place in the world for food and drink by Time Out in 2024. From the bustling food and drink markets to award-winning restaurants, Liverpool City Region has long been a hub for culinary excellence. This video takes viewers on a journey through the region’s diverse food […]
Watersport sessions, Swan pedalos, Silent adventure tours, street performances, music and more will fill Liverpool’s waterfront as the programme for The Last Days of Summer is unveiled. The free, family friendly event is to be held on Saturday 31st August and is organised by Liverpool BID Company, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Peel Waters and Culture Liverpool. Spread across four key zones, from Princes Dock at Liverpool Waters to Pier Head, to Mann Island to Royal Albert Dock, the free festival […]
A mountain of rainbow-coloured foam will be taking over part of Liverpool city centre at the end of this month! Island of Foam – an ambitious, temporary shape-shifting artwork will take over Liverpool ONE’s Sugar House Steps (near John Lewis) on the afternoon of Saturday 31 August. It has been commissioned by Culture Liverpool in partnership with Global Streets. The brainchild of German artist Stephanie Lüning, the brightly coloured foam will slowly take over an area of the steps starting at […]
Liverpool City Region’s tourism industry has achieved a significant milestone, with tourism now worth over £6billion, according to the figures out today. The sector continues to demonstrate strong signs of recovery since the pandemic, contributing to the overall economic growth of the city region. These findings are contained in the latest independent research for 2023 commissioned by the Liverpool City Region Local Visitor Enterprise Partnership (LVEP). Headline figures show: Liverpool City Region tourism value has increased 21% from 2022 to […]