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Liverpool, a sporting city!

Liverpool City Region is one of the UK’s most dynamic sporting destinations, attracting visitors with its world‑class venues, iconic events and unbeatable atmosphere. Football remains at its heart, with Liverpool FC and Everton FC offering unforgettable matchday experiences. Rugby league thrives in St Helens, home to the powerhouse St Helens RFC, while Aintree Racecourse hosts the globally renowned Grand National each spring.

Golf is one of the region’s greatest strengths. The Liverpool City Region sits at the heart of England’s Golf Coast, boasting some of the finest links courses in the world. Visitors can tee off at Royal Liverpool in Hoylake, host of multiple Open Championships, or challenge the dramatic dunes of Royal Birkdale and Formby. These championship courses attract golfers a premium play, stunning coastal scenery and rich sporting heritage.

With a coastline perfect for watersports, from sailing to paddleboarding, plus cycling routes, athletics facilities and major sporting festivals, the region offers something for every enthusiast.

Two photos, one of someone touching a This is Anfield Sign and one of a family taking a selfie at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Explore Football in Liverpool

Whether you’re cheering from the stands, exploring behind the scenes or soaking up the matchday atmosphere in the pubs and streets, Liverpool lives and breathes football.

The Royal Birkdale golf club at the end of a gold course with green grass and grassy bunkers.

Explore Golf in Liverpool City Region

From world-famous championship links to welcoming parkland courses, Liverpool City Region is one of the UK’s premier golf destinations.

Hill Dickinson Stadium Tours

Hill Dickinson Stadium Tours

Go behind the scenes at Hill Dickinson Stadium and be among the first to experience the inner…

Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Experiences

Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Experiences

The LFC Stadium Tour & Museum No trip to the city is complete without a visit to Anfield…

Aintree Racecourse

Aintree Racecourse

The race lasts 10 minutes; the experience lasts a life time. For a few brief moments each…

Royal Birkdale Golf Club

Royal Birkdale Golf Club

Among the many great courses along the Northwest coast, Royal Birkdale stands out as a perfect…

St Helens Saints R.F.C

St Helens Saints R.F.C

Saints has a long and glorious history that dates back to its formation in 1873. Since then…

Haydock Park Racecourse

Haydock Park Racecourse

Do you know about the history of Haydock Park? Haydock Park is often advertised as…

Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre

Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre

Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre is a £10 million centre offering a variety of water sports…

Liverpool Watersports Centre

Liverpool Watersports Centre

Liverpool Watersports Centre offers a thrilling range of water-based activities on the scenic…

IWBF European Wheelchair Basketball Championships

Sep 11

IWBF European Wheelchair Basketball Championships

IWBF Europe has awarded British Wheelchair Basketball the hosting rights for the 2027 European…

Tour de France Grand Départ GB 2027

Jul 03

Tour de France Grand Départ GB 2027

Competitors will race from the Cumbrian town of Keswick through Lancashire eventually…

Inclusive Sport and Culture Festival

May 02

Inclusive Sport and Culture Festival

Liverpool is set to make history from 2-8 May 2027 as it hosts a new groundbreaking Inclusive…

Football 13 days ago

Promotional graphic for a “World Cup 2026 Watch Party.” A large gold World Cup trophy is centered behind two football players in national team kits, one in orange on the left and one in white on the right. Bold blue and white text reads “WORLD CUP 2026 WATCH PARTY,” with smaller text below stating “THE YARD | HILL DICKINSON STADIUM.” The design is set against a light textured background with a subtle grid pattern.

Jul 13

Watch England vs Argentina At Hill Dickinson Stadium

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One of world football’s great fixtures will be shown live at Hill Dickinson Stadium as…

Football a month ago

Purple Everton-themed promotional graphic for Goodison Park stadium tours. The Everton crest appears at the top above the large text “GOODISON PARK TOURS.” A faded background image shows the stadium stands. Three small photos in the centre show visitors: one sitting in the dugout, another taking a selfie inside the stadium, and another walking through the players’ tunnel. Beneath the images, text reads “SEE BEHIND THE SCENES OF HISTORY” with a “BOOK NOW” button below.

Jun 22

Goodison Tours Are Back!

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Supporters can relive more than 130 years of Everton history, with Goodison Park Tours set to…

Sport a month ago

Jun 11

Book Your Tee Time To Experience Golf at Hill Dickinson Stadium

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Golfers can get set to play inside Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium this summer, with tee…

Football 2 months ago

Three side-by-side images of a lively indoor bar or fan zone where groups of people sit at long tables with drinks, watching a sports event on screens. The crowd reacts animatedly, with several individuals raising hands or leaning forward. Large signage includes the word “GOAL!”, and some attendees wear sports jerseys and hold flags, suggesting a football match atmosphere under bright, neon-style lighting.

Jun 05

BOXPARK Liverpool to launch World Cup with opening night fan festival

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BOXPARK Liverpool is set to launch the World Cup in style with an opening night fan festival…

Sport 2 months ago

A studio portrait of a person sitting diagonally on a tan leather armchair, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. The person is wearing a black sleeveless top, black trousers, and yellow trainers. One arm rests across the lap while the other is raised, with the hand positioned near the mouth in a gesture resembling a phone call sign. The person has multiple visible tattoos on both arms, including various small designs and symbols. A wristwatch with a metallic strap is worn on one wrist, along with a bracelet.
The background is minimal and clean, with strong coloured lighting creating a gradient effect—magenta/pink tones dominate one side while a softer purple and white blend appears on the other. The lighting casts bold shadows behind the chair, adding contrast and depth to the composition.
The leather chair has a soft, slightly wrinkled texture, and its warm brown colour contrasts with the cool-toned lighting. No text is visible in the image.

Jun 03

Example and Jax Jones set to ignite Magic WKND 2026

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Magic WKND 2026 is turning up the volume with the addition of two of the UK's biggest live…

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