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Explore Southport's Blissful Botanic Gardens

The days begin to stretch, the paths feel busier without ever feeling crowded, and the lake reflects signs of a season beginning to brighten. Trees are lighter at their tips, gardeners are active again along the borders, and familiar routes start to feel inviting after the quieter months of winter…

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The International Festival of Glass is coming to St Helens

The 2026 International Festival of Glass (IFoG) is being brought to St Helens borough for the first time in its 20-year history! The Glass Art Society — the world’s leading organisation for contemporary glass art — has chosen St Helens as its central venue, a recognition of the borough’s…

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More Events Announced for Liverpool Arab Arts Festival 2026

Liverpool Arab Arts Festival (LAAF), the longest running annual festival of Arab arts and culture in the UK, returns for its 24th year this July - and has just announced more events for this year’s edition! World renowned percussionist Simona Abdallah returns to Liverpool, this time to collaborate…

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Full International Lineup for Africa Oyé 2026 Revealed

Raw tribal power from Ghana and a mesmerising artist from Senegal will complete the main stage lineup for this year's Africa Oyé festival. King Ayisoba (Ghana) and Oumy (Senegal) will complement the international talent already announced for Africa Oyé’s 2026 festival, with artists from across the…

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WoWFest: Words, Ideas and Electric Moments Across May

Every May, WoWFEST turns Liverpool City Region into a frontline for ideas, where words challenge power, spark resistance and refuse to stay quiet. From stirring performances and big political conversations to intimate launches and family friendly storytelling, WoWFEST brings together writers…

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Magical Mystery Tour Tops UK Tripadvisor® Best of the Best Awards

Liverpool’s iconic Magical Mystery Tour has once again claimed the top spot in Tripadvisor’s prestigious Travelers’ Choice® Best of the Best Things To Do Awards 2026, ranking number one in the UK, fourth in Europe, and fifth worldwide. Operated by Cavern City Tours, owners of the world‑famous…

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Liverpool gears up for inaugural Music Month

Liverpool is gearing up for the launch of its very first Music Month, which begins this Friday, 1 May. Delivered by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, the inaugural Liverpool Music Month will run throughout May and will see live performances, cultural events, and community activity take place…

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Grand Départ GB Launches Poster Design Competition for Students

Further and higher education students in host areas have the opportunity to enter a once-in-a-lifetime competition to kick-start their creative careers. Art, design and creative students from across England, Scotland, and Wales have the chance to showcase their talents, with the opportunity to…

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