Two Liverpool parks have been hailed among the best in the country having received the coveted Green Flag and Green Heritage statuses. Sefton Park and Stanley Park have been awarded both of the internationally recognised, government-backed accolades, dubbed the ‘Oscars of the park world’. On receiving the Green Flag honours, which recognise ... Read More...
Stanley Park
Parklife: Setting up home near stunning Liverpool greenspaces It goes without saying these days that Sefton Park is among Liverpool’s most popular areas to live and enjoy the great outdoors. The historic park and events hotspot is, however, just one of the city’s diverse and character-filled destinations which can hugely enhance ... Read More...
Liverpool Football Club star Jamie Carragher will be among the participants at tomorrow’s (12 May) Run For The 96. The Bootle-born former player, who was part of the winning squad when the team last won the European Cup Final in 2005, will be joined by his dad, Phil Carragher on the ... Read More...
6 family attractions in Liverpool this summer Curated by Christine Toner Summer Science Club Every Tuesday during the summer holidays | Victoria Gallery & Museum Are your little ones budding scientists? Fancy doing something a little different with them this summer? This hugely popular club gives youngsters the chance to try out experiments and learn ... Read More...
Free events will take place at two Liverpool parks this week to mark National Bookstart Week. Designed to encourage families to enjoy reading together, the celebrations at Stanley Park and Sefton Park will include storytelling, games, wildlife workshops, art and dancing. The activities were devised by Liverpool Libraries, children’s centres, Stanley Park Liverpool CIC ... Read More...
A packed programme of family fun has been announced for the return of Liverpool’s KidsFest, with organisers promising a bigger event than ever. The free children’s festival was first launched in 2015 to honour the short life of James Bulger. James Bulger Memorial Trust, which is working alongside Orb Events, is bringing ... Read More...
The regeneration of Anfield has moved a step closer following the start of demolition work on Walton Breck Road. Scores of derelict buildings are due to be cleared or revamped under proposals to create a new high street complete with additional housing and office space. Liverpool City Council’s £260 million plans also ... Read More...
Plans for a new-look high street in Anfield have been given the thumbs up by local residents. The proposals for Walton Breck Road, which runs alongside Liverpool FC’s famous stadium, include new shops, commercial space, houses and apartments. Over 90% of attendees to a public consultation into the plans, which also include ... Read More...
Merseybeat singer Gerry Marsden will be showing his support at this weekend’s Run For The 96, organisers have announced. Gerry, who recorded a cover of ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ with his band Gerry & The Pacemakers in 1963 and achieved a Number 1 hit, will take the stage at the second ... Read More...
With the temperature set to rise as we reach the summer months, you’re probably on the look-out for things to do in Liverpool. And what better way to enjoy the warmer weather than by checking out some of the city’s best festivals. From returning favourites to interesting newcomers, there’s something ... Read More...