Heritage · 6 May 2026
Historic Newsham House to be brought to market
Once a residence fit for Queen Victoria, royalty and senior judges, Newsham House has played host to some of the most prominent figures in British public life
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A strong and fair economy for all · 13 April 2026
Liverpool’s historic Cunard Building to run on low‑carbon heat as city council cuts emissions
The scheme forms part of Liverpool’s wider approach to sustainable infrastructure, decarbonisation and clean growth.
Heritage · 13 February 2026
Exclusive behind-the-scenes Cunard Building tours back by popular demand
Following a popular, limited run in late 2025, the Grade II* listed building is set to reopen its doors for an extended series of heritage tours from Sunday 15 February.
Culture · 27 November 2025
Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Cunard Building Tours Now On Sale
The Grade II* listed building, steeped in maritime and architectural history, will open its doors for a rare series of heritage tours in late November and throughout December 2025.
A well-run council · 16 October 2025
Everton Library receives £250,000 to become flagship for heritage development
Improvement works will ensure the building could return to use as a cultural and community asset.
A well-run council · 16 October 2025
Woolton Hall remedial work to remove immediate danger and secure site
While the work is carried out the site will be secured to reduce unauthorised entry and protect the public and neighbouring properties
Uncategorized · 31 March 2025
Preserving a Liverpool Icon: The Restoration of the Willis Organ’s Trellis
Work is currently underway on the restoration of the Willis Organ’s trellis, thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The trellis of the Willis Organ at St George’s Hall is an exquisite decorative feature that enhances the grandeur of this historic instrument. Designed as an intricate lattice of ornamental fretwork, it serves both
Community · 14 March 2025
Liverpool community unites with cultural celebrations
Residents from the Smithdown community are coming together for a vibrant celebration of music, food, and culture, creating a welcoming space to share and celebrate heritage. The event will be held at Picton Children’s Centre, Earle Road, L7 6HD on Saturday, 22nd March at 12 – 2:30pm. Led by Liverpool City Council’s Neighbourhoods team, Picton
News · 17 November 2023
Council wins landmark listed building neglect case
Liverpool City Council has won a landmark case in successfully prosecuting a building company for letting a historic Grade II listed building fall into ruins.
A strong and fair economy for all · 13 October 2023
Consultation launched on street trading around Sefton Park
Liverpool City Council is undertaking a review of street trading along Sefton Park’s perimeter roads.
Heritage · 22 May 2023
£1M UK National Centre for Digital Heritage established by the University of Liverpool
The Virtual Engineering Centre (VEC) at the University of Liverpool has been awarded £1 million funding to establish the UK’s first National Centre for Digital Heritage Research.
Civic · 6 May 2023
St George’s Hall could have looked very different without HM King Charles III.
St George’s Hall is one of the finest examples of architecture in the world, it’s the first impression for many tourists arriving in the City by train and it’s been a place of celebration and congregation for Liverpool and it’s residents for decades. Inside it offers a magical space to enjoy an evening, with its
News · 5 May 2023
St George’s Hall gets Royal seal of approval
St George’s Hall has placed the Royal Cypher of King Charles III on the famous Willis Organ in the Great Hall. The cypher is the Sovereign’s official monogram, consisting of the initials of the monarch’s name, Charles, and title, Rex – Latin for King, alongside a representation of the crown. The trustees of St George’s
Culture · 24 February 2023
“My Sweet Lord” – Celebrating George Harrison’s 80th Birthday
On the eve of what would have been “The Spiritual” Beatle’s 80th Birthday – Mayor of Liverpool, Joanne Anderson has been presented with copies of India’s spiritual classics. George Harrison’s, Hare Krishna friend, Gurudas, who met the Beatle in 1968 has gifted copies of the Srimad Bhagavatam and Bhagavad-Gita to the city’s Central Library, where
Culture · 19 January 2023
New exhibition explores British Chinese communities
A free display at Liverpool Central Library explores the history, culture, and heritage of British Chinese communities. Running until Friday 31 March, the exhibition draws on personal stories and moments of national significance and asks what it means to be Chinese and British. From the first recorded individuals arriving from China in the late 1600s
Community · 8 December 2022
Revealed: What you said about the future of Croxteth Hall & Country Park
Thousands of people have had their say on the future of one of Liverpool’s most historic buildings. Following a five-week public consultation which launched in August 2002, 3,791 people took part to have their say on different options to generate income for the city council owned Croxteth Hall and Country Park. It costs more than
News · 10 August 2022
Have your say on a Croxteth gem
A new consultation has launched which is asking visitors to Liverpool’s Croxteth Hall and Country Park their views on ways to generate income from the historic site. It costs more than £1 million each year to maintain the Hall and green spaces that surround it, and with increasing financial pressures on the city council, it
Blog · 23 June 2022
BLOG: Liverpool Tops the charts (Again)
With the release of the Music Industry Body (BPI) ‘All About The Music 2022’ report, Liverpool’s Head of UNESCO City of Music, Kevin McManus tells why it confirms what all sensible music fans already know – that Liverpool is simply the best music city in the whole world! “Well, in reality the report doesn’t quite
Heritage · 8 June 2022
Help shape the future of St George’s Hall
St George’s Hall Charitable Trust is on the hunt for new members to help shape its future.
News · 28 March 2022
First events announced for Sefton Park’s 150th anniversary
Details of the first event to celebrate Sefton Park’s 150th anniversary have been revealed.
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