Never have I ever arrived at Liverpool Empire feeling more wiped out, worn down and totally lacking in festive spirit and sparkle.Arriving direct on the back of 2 twelve hour days, carrying the standard mental and emotional load that is seemingly the norm at this time of year, coupled with increasing covid confusion; I was …
If you need a Chester to do list for when the weather isn’t so kind, this guide is here to help. There are plenty of Chester things to see and do – even when it’s raining. All of the following places to visit in Chester, UK are completely undercover, so there’s no reason why wet …
Family days out in Chester are a great idea. This compact city in the north-west of England is within easy reach of Liverpool, Manchester, North Wales and Cheshire, and is packed with interesting things to do for all age groups. Whether you fancy getting the children out in the fresh air or are planning to …
The Lowry Theatre felt as magical as the fabled wardrobe from CS Lewis’s famous book as my family and I waited for the curtains to open. It had been nearly two years since we last visited the theatre and I’d forgotten what an incredible experience it can be when a show is put together as well as this one. The …
Over the last few years, Christmas lights trails have become a really popular way to start the Christmas festivities. Some combine Santa visits, some ice skating, and some are simply incredible lights that twinkle and make you feel festive from the get go. We’ve experienced quite a lot of these over the years so have …
The musical Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World at the Liverpool Playhouse was absolutely amazing! It was joyous, fun, uplifting, we all had smiles on our faces from the moment we got in, until it finished 1hr 15 minutes later. BOOK IT! From the producer of SIX, this stage adaptation of suffragette descendent Kat …
It’s been fours years since we last visited Silcocks Winter Wonderland on Boxing Day with friends. We were thrilled to be able to attend the launch event last night knowing what excitement lay ahead! Event City has been transformed into a Winter wonderland; giant candy canes, snow machines, Santa’s grotto and bright lights fill every …
We’ve just been to the opening night of the Christmas Lights Trail at Bolesworth and here’s what it’s all about, some top tips and what we thought! The whole site is just spectacular. It’s a site to behold from off the main road. When you’re driving up to the entrance and the kids marvel at …
There is so much going at Christmas in Southport from visiting one of Southport’s best tearooms or coffee shops, taking in one of the spectacular Winter Light Trail Events or visiting Santa. Our festive day (during Storm Arwen!) included blowing away the cobwebs and following the map (free from The Atkinson Southport ) to follow the Trail of …
One thing about Christmas light events with kids is that they usually involve hanging around in the cold, often leading to cold children, which in turn leads to grumpiness – me and the kids! Well Silverstone Racetrack has come up with a solution, Christmas lights from the warmth of your car. Lap of Lights arrived …
Are you starting to get the festive feels? I am not sure whether it is just me but, this year, after the misery of a Christmas in isolation last year, I am totally up for going all out. What better way to get your Christmas festivities off to a jingle-jangly, twinkly lights start, than by …
It was funny, on point, up to date, inclusive, brilliant, tragic, uplifting and joyous. Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at the Liverpool Empire was utterly amazing and I think you should all go and see it immediately. The musical tells the story of 16 year-old Jamie who sets off on a journey to become a drag …
After what feels like an exhausting first Autumn Half Term, I jumped at the chance to take a breath of fresh air and relax in the staggering countryside around Snowdonia at Rwst Holiday Lodges. On a very wet Friday night in the pitch black of after school I bundled my two reluctant tweens into the …
Last night I saw the latest production of ‘Grease’ at the Liverpool Empire. Over the last 30 years, I have seen Grease on stage a number times, so I’m aware of the difference between the musical and film, but each performance I’ve seen previously has been directed in a similar tone to the film. However, …