Built around 1804 on the site of an ancient tavern, The Grapes is one of the oldest pubs in Liverpool. It has, perhaps unintentionally, become an arty haunt, with punters just as likely to be found discussing Derrida as football.
An endurance dance marathon, a “rat king”, a mirror ball… venture into Jenkin Van Zyl’s hallucinatory film-world with Surrender.
free entry
Get into the spirit with a mouthwatering season of food on film in Liverpool.
from £8.00
Tim Spooner’s characteristically playful animatronics are set to take over Liverpool’s Bluecoat Gallery
free entry
Get ready for the drama and grandeur of the ancient world in ‘Return of the Gods’ at Liverpool’s World Museum.
£8 with concessions
Visit ‘Tom Wood: Photie Man’ at Walker Art Gallery, a retrospective of the legendary photographer’s work, from the early days to now.
9, with concessions
The John Moores Painting Prize is back, and bigger than ever! Head to Liverpool’s Walker Gallery to see the best of contemporary painting.
from £2.50
Local residents explore memory and place in dynamic group photography exhibition A Place of Our Own at Open Eye Gallery.
free entry
The Old Dock tour is a treat for younger and older visitors alike, fans of Liverpool’s maritime past, and anybody curious about local history.
£8.50 with concessions
The Hardmans’ House in Liverpool provides an intimate insight into the life and work of the respectable yet widely-deemed eccentric couple that resided there for over 40 years.
Yuet Ben in Liverpool – restaurant that sets itself apart from its competitors, even after 40 years.
Discover how well cakes compliment cocktails in this Scouse speakeasy
Whisky Business is a specialist whisky supplier, running pop-up shops and online tasting sessions.
Roja Pinchos in Liverpool serves beautifully prepared food on sticks.
Smart and friendly cafe bar in the very heart of Liverpool.
LIPA providing education and entertainment.
Mel’s mission is to bring a little taste of Vietnam to Liverpool, combining the colourful and authentic flavours of her family heritage with local produce.
American-inspired bar serving chilli dogs and beer.
The legendary bombed-out church, otherwise known as St Luke’s Church, has opened a garden bar in its grounds, offering premium drinks via socially-distanced table service only.
Sister venue to Jimmy’s in Manchester, Jimmy’s Liverpool is a bar, restaurant and live venue, hosting late night music, gigs and DJ sets.
The “bombed out church” is brought back to life with music and arts events.
We're unapologetically entering into the Christmas spirit here at Tours and Activities with some alternative festive fun.
Festive frolics, monstrous theatre and magical outdoor adventures all feature in our latest picks of things to do with the family.
Keep warm with festive feasts, Hollywood stars and 90s nostalgia across the North's cinemas this December.
Provocative new writing, glitzy burlesque and big budget shows, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
It might be curl-up-with-a-book season, but there's lots to get out and about for and plenty of events where you can stock up on new reads.
Spotlighting global artists who all, in one way or another, break the mould, we preview the best gigs happening this side of Christmas and beyond.
While rainy late autumn may not be the most energising of seasons, there is plenty of new art to see and inspire this month!
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North for the upcoming winter months.
