Shakespeare North Playhouse is delivering millions of pounds of economic benefit, supporting new jobs, strengthening local businesses, and acting as a major catalyst for the regeneration of Prescot and the wider city region, according to the findings of an independent evaluation. The landmark £38 million cultural venue – backed by £11m from the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, £18 million from Knowsley Council, alongside other key funders including Arts Council England, the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Sir Ken […]
Museum of Liverpool tops ALVA’s 2025 visitor figures for the North, while other National Museums Liverpool venues celebrate increased visitor numbers. Museum of Liverpool has topped the 2025 Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA) list of visitor figures for the North of England. Each year, ALVA compiles a list of visitor figures from 409 attractions across the country. As well as being top in North of England, Museum of Liverpool also sits in the top 50 venues across the UK. A total […]
Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership’s Tourism Summit, held on 19 March at Liverpool Town Hall, brought leaders, businesses and partners together for a day of outcomes, insight and action. The inaugural summit showcased Liverpool City Region’s rising global profile, its growing economic impact and a shared determination to build a more prosperous, inclusive and sustainable visitor economy. AT A GLANCE HIGHLIGHTS • A clear strategic picture of national and international trends, with practical actions for partners across all six boroughs. […]
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has unveiled great‑value tickets on Merseyrail services to support Southport’s headline events during 2026. For just £2 return for adults and £1 for children, the offer gives residents and visitors alike an easy, affordable way to reach one of the UK’s most historic and elegantly eccentric seaside destinations from any Merseyrail station to enjoy a spectacular line‑up of the area’s biggest cultural events. In some cases, the discount represent savings of up to 70% […]
Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership (LCRDP) is seeking an exceptional Senior Digital Marketing Manager to lead the organisation’s digital strategy and shape the online presence of one of the UK’s most recognised destination brands. This permanent, full‑time role is based at the iconic Cunard Building, offering a competitive salary of £46,142 – £51,356 and closing on 31 March 2026. Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership (LCRDP) is the Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) for the region. Supported by Liverpool City Council […]
Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership (LCRDP) is recruiting a dynamic and commercially minded Business Development Manager to help maximise the region’s tourism and investment potential. Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 12th April 2026 Salary: £51, 356 – £56, 673 Location: Hybrid / Cunard Building This new opportunity comes at a pivotal time, as LCRDP advances its refreshed strategic vision and ambitious 2030 targets. The role is central to developing and managing strategic partnerships that support the Destination Management Plan, identifying […]
Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership (LCRDP) is recruiting a Studio Manager to head up its in‑house creative studio, based at the historic Cunard Building in Liverpool. The permanent, full‑time role offers a salary of £46,142 – £51,356 and applications close on 31 March 2026. Liverpool City Region Destination Partnership (LCRDP) is the Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) for the region. Supported by Liverpool City Council and the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority, we are responsible for promoting the six Local […]
Visitor economy partners across the Liverpool City Region are invited to take part in Vox Group’s new UK-wide roadshow, Shaping the Future of Guiding, which arrives in Liverpool on 19 March. The event series brings together industry experts Lee Stupple, John Boulding and Nathaniel Myers for an interactive session exploring the future of guided experiences, emerging trends, and new technologies shaping the sector. Attendees will also have the opportunity to experience Vox Aura, the company’s latest AI-powered multilingual live translation device, designed to […]
A new Night-Time Safety Charter designed to strengthen safety across Liverpool’s busy night-time visitor economy was launched on Wednesday 11 March. The charter sets out a series of voluntary safety pledges for venues operating between 6pm and 6am, including bars, clubs, restaurants, gyms, shops, hotels, transport providers and cultural institutions. By signing up, businesses demonstrate a visible commitment to zero tolerance of harassment and to protecting both staff and the millions of people who enjoy the city after dark. At […]
Liverpool’s famous music scene will be celebrated this May as a new initiative, Liverpool Music Month, is launched. Delivered by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, the programme will run from Friday 1 to Sunday 31 May 2026 and will see live performances, cultural events, and community activity take place throughout the city region. Liverpool Music Month’s May-long celebration of live music spotlights the artists, venues and communities that have made Liverpool a UNESCO City of Music, and the programme is […]