The iconic Royal Albert Dock Liverpool has announced the highly anticipated film line-up for Liverpool’s first ever floating cinema, the Pop-up Floating Cinema, taking place this summer from 4th-10th August 2019. Kicking off the Dock’s exciting new summer events programme, the pop-up cinema, in association with Independent Liverpool, invites guests to watch their favourite films screened against the beautiful setting of the Dock. Visitors can opt for a day-time showing from 2-4pm with an array of children’s films, such as Finding Nemo, Shark Tale and Lady and the Tramp, or book one of the evening films from 6-9pm, with highlights…
Author: Martin Moseley
Saturday June 1st and I head to Wakefield on what is supposedly going to be the hottest day of the year so far for Long Division 2019. As a festival Long Division began in 2011 and, with the exception of 2017, has been an annual event ever since. Over the years it has played host to The Cribs, Billy Bragg, British Sea Power, The Fall, Gang Of Four and a whole load of other top name bands. Last year many were lucky enough to witness what plenty have since described as the best gig they’ve ever seen – The Membranes…
There’s exciting news for all those lovers of the festive period as The Spiegeltent is headed to Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle. Located in the Cain’s Brewery Village district adjacent to the Baltic Market, The Spiegeltent is set to add something extra-spectacular to Liverpool’s thriving nightlife scene; promising a month of immersive amazement and wonder to create that special Christmas magic that can only be experienced once a year. The Spiegeltent is making its debut in Liverpool after being located in Bristol’s Harbourside District for the last eight seasons. The Spiegeltent has played host to a mix of Christmas parties, world-famous performers,…
To celebrate turning the grand old age of five, one of Liverpool’s most popular restaurants, Maray, will be celebrating its birthday with a limited edition birthday menu, available from 4-9th June at both of its Allerton Road and Bold Street sites. The menu will comprise of specials that take inspiration from a selection of dishes which were initially available when Maray first launched, including favourite small plates along with cocktails.The special Birthday menu will offer takes from Maray classics, including Crispy Chilli Kale, Chicken & Puy Lentils, and the hugely popular Falafel Wrap. The drinks menu will include the ‘Q.V.O’…
Bearded Theory’s Spring GatheringCatton Hall & Park, Walton-on-TrentDerbyshireThursday 23rd May – Sunday 26th May 2019 If you wanted to write a tutorial on how to put on the perfect festival then you couldn’t wish for a better case-study than Bearded Theory. It’s something I think you only fully appreciate when you’ve been to other festivals. Bearded get all the little things, and indeed the big things right. For example, you can take your own beer into the arena. This not only helps you financially if you’re on a tight budget but also helps the atmosphere of the festival. One of…
The Downs Festival Clifton Downs Bristol Saturday 31st August 2019 Each year, as well as my regular festival haunts – Glastonbury (sadly, no ticket this year!), Bearded Theory and Threshold, I like to try a different festival that I’ve not been to before, one that’s maybe off the beaten track and quirky or different in some way. Last year’s choice was the rather excellent Electric Fields set in stunning Scottish countryside (this year it’s moved to a new indoor venue in Glasgow SWG3, which sounds quite an interesting venue, but it doesn’t seem to have gone down well with everyone).…
Sound City returned to Liverpool for a fantastic weekend of music, including Loyle Carner, Mabel and Shame. There really is no better place to host Liverpool’s most successful music festival than The Baltic Triangle, the creative melting pot that it is. The varied selection of venues and bars makes it a perfect match for the festival which boasts a stand-out, genre-spanning line up. It allowed you to see electronic dance acts in warehouse spaces, Britpop legends in beer gardens, and had the streets mixed with headliner acts playing on the main stage such as Mabel and Loyle Carner, and smaller…
Scot Williams, star of films such as Backbeat, Hillsborough and The Crew, brings one of the most powerful plays ever written to the Liverpool stage for the very first time. FESTEN, a stage adaption of the Cannes Jury Prize Winning Dogme film, will run for three nights only on May 23rd,24th & 25that The Hope Street Theatre. Due to the nature of the play, Scot has teamed up with NAPAC (The National Association for People Abused in Childhood) and has pledged to donate 100% of proceeds to help aid this important charity. Career of one of Liverpool’s finest actors Scot, who…
BLUEDOT ANNOUNCES SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAMME
Titanic Hotel Liverpool has collaborated with leading spa brand, ESPA, to launch a range of signature treatments and products in the Maya Blue Wellness Spa. Urbanista’s Grace Regan attended the launch to get the lowdown… Maya Blue Wellness is located underground Titanic Hotel, offering a subterranean sanctuary for both hotel residents and non-residents. Guests have the chance to unwind in the unique thermal suite-hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam, sanarium, experience shower and luxury food baths, as well as in the relaxation area, which is equipped with relaxation beds and a tea garden. Signature treatments are also available; performed by professional therapists…