What was previously intended to be a ‘continental style piazza’ has become a mecca for late-night boozing.

Connecting artists with the community, the Black-E is a vibrant hub of activity

The “bombed out church” is brought back to life with music and arts events.

An historic and atmospheric country house complete with roaring fires and wood panelling and set in its own grounds.

Independent hotel in an idyllic setting.

The Ritz was originally a dance hall, built in 1928, has hosted The Beatles, Frank Sinatra and The Smiths and is still going strong as a gig venue now.

Volunteer-run cinema

A historic covered market that also hosts excellent monthly vintage fairs.

Urban Spanish tapas in the heart of Liverpool

A second hand shops that specialises in selling electrical goods

The Lake District home of the radical social and cultural thinker, John Ruskin.

A elegant restaurant and bar attached to the former Free Trade Hall