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Exploring Liverpool's Quarters: Ropewalks

 

The Ropewalks area of the city has been given its name from the craft of rope-making for the sailor ships that dominated the area in the 19th century.

 

Since then it has become a cultural hub for independent shops, restaurants, bars, nightlife and galleries. 

 

One of the favoured streets of Liverpool, Bold Street is found in the Ropewalks and is a bustling honey pot of world food stores, quirky bazaars and international eateries! It’s also where visitors will find Merseyrail’s Liverpool Central Station, serving both the Northern and Wirral Line areas.

 

There’s loads of cultural venues in the area including the FACTThe Bluecoat, a stunning 300 year old building in the heart of the city, The Epstein Theatre and the iconic Bombed Out Church that sits atop of Bold Street is a locals favourite. 

 

Ropewalks also comes alive in the night time housing popular night-time spots, Seel Street, Fleet Street, Slater Street and of course Concert Square.

 

Closest Merseyrail Station - Liverpool Central.

Events in Ropewalks

Crawlers May 22

Crawlers

Liverpudlian four-piece Crawlers have had a whirlwind 12 months. The alt-rock band have become…

Sex Mask / Bandit May 22

Sex Mask / Bandit

Melbourne based churners of vague pop Sex Maks are joining forces with Bandit for a co-headline tour…

Steve Pilgrim May 22

Steve Pilgrim

Steve Pilgrim is an artist and musician with over 15 years global touring experience. Starting out…

Floral Image May 23

Floral Image

Floral Image + Guests Floral Image are a psychedelic pop band from the third-eye of Norwich, UK…

Turntable May 23

Turntable

Our first showcase! With live music from The Tusks, Everyman and The Dulakes.

Jc Stewart May 24

Jc Stewart

Described by his sister as a "professional sadboy", Northern Ireland singer/songwriter JC…

Soap May 24

Soap

Originally named The Tyne, Soap have been growing and developing their sound since 2019. During this…

ToyBox Saturdays May 24

ToyBox Saturdays

Welcome to Toybox, an immersive experience like no other... Every Saturday night at the all new…

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