You can’t go wrong with beer and scouse. The Baltic Fleet is one of Liverpool’s most unique pubs and its outdoors area is a great suntrap.

Steeped in history, 30 James Street is a Titanic-themed hotel with a an atmosphere of opulence and classic glamour.

Liverpool’s oldest church now pumps with Latin passion.

Bistro dining above the Bluecoat gallery

The changing faces of the Lyceum

Fairly non-descript shopping centre in central Liverpool.

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.