Liverpool 09 Blog

Au revoir 2009

Editor — Sun, 10 Jan 2010

It's been a lot of fun looking at Liverpool through the fading rose tint of 2008 but alas its 2010 and it's time to bid a fond farewell. My thanks to all those who have contributed and enjoyed the postings.

Full stop

Editor — Tue, 8 Dec 2009

Is it just my imagination or does work appear to have ground to a standstill on the two apartment blocks down at the Pier Head?

Top ten

Editor — Thu, 19 Nov 2009

Am I the only person who is puzzled by Central Station's inclusion on the list of the ten worst stations in the UK?

Big Wheel

Editor — Tue, 17 Nov 2009

That big wheel in Liverpool One is a bit of a sight. It should be pretty useful for the city's planners to have a look around and see what's going on away from the prime core.

Frankie said Relax

Guest — Tue, 3 Nov 2009

I'd like to think that all right minded people were shocked and dismayed by the homophobic attack that took place here in Liverpool last week.

Bodies

Mitch Poole — Fri, 30 Oct 2009

Liverpool's newest exhibition space, The Gallery, at 41 Stanhope Street opened last night with a controversial inaugural exhibition by local photographer Stephanie de Leng.

(Don't) strike a light

Editor — Fri, 30 Oct 2009

For goodness sake, it's like a trip down memory lane. No post and Liverpool's firemen getting uppity and threatening strike action (again). Anyone else care to join in?

Bananas

Editor — Thu, 29 Oct 2009

Here's an interesting idea from Pontypridd. And that's not something we're able to say very often.

What a waste

Editor — Tue, 27 Oct 2009

Those of you have been with us for some time will know that this building wrap has been a bone of contention to us since early in the year.

This has to be one of the best 'advertising' sites in the city centre, seen every day by tens of thousands of visitors and commuters.

Knowledge

Editor — Mon, 26 Oct 2009

Last Friday's fly-past by the Fleet Air Arm was a spectacular follow-up to the visit of Queen Mary 2. What was even more pleasing was the massive turnout of supporters who crowded down to the Pier Head with Union Jack flags, pride and good manners for the second time in a week.

Creative Baltic

Editor — Fri, 23 Oct 2009

Great news that a new creative hub is to be created down at the Baltic Triangle � check out ACME�s website for more information http://www.merseysideacme.com/displaynews.asp?item=1942.

Good news

Editor — Wed, 21 Oct 2009

So, Liverpool has lost the accolade of having the highest unemployment rate in the uk, thanks to our friends in Birmingham.

God Bless Queen Mary

Editor — Tue, 20 Oct 2009

What a sight! Makes you wonder why the city decision makers took so long to make their minds up that a landing stage for liners might be a good idea.

Who cares?

Editor — Thu, 1 Oct 2009

There has been a remarkable transformation of Liverpool since I arrived here 20 years ago.

Property regeneration is an obvious manifestation of that change with Liverpool One, The Arena, hotels, offices and apartments leading the way. But to me one of the most striking changes is the feeling of safety in a city that once upon a time did have a bit of a problem with car crime and petty theft.

A Bold Move

Editor — Tue, 29 Sep 2009

At last the retailers of Bold Street have a public web-face. A new website has been launched as a resource for the street which is recognised as a haven for independent retailers.

Deaf School at The Everyman

Guest — Thu, 24 Sep 2009

The highlight for me last weekend was the triumphant return of Deaf School to Liverpool.

The Everyman was turned into a cabaret theatre for the three night residency with about twelve or so tables around the stage area covered with tablecloths, a flower in a vase and complemented with gold chairs. A deep red curtain backdrop completed the scene.

On the Waterfront

Editor — Wed, 23 Sep 2009

I love the idea of showing films down at the Pier Head and keep my fingers crossed for some dry weather. This is a concept that should be really well supported.

Top Shopping

Editor — Sat, 19 Sep 2009

Top Shop is open and hoards flooded through the doors of this fab new store as it launched last Friday. So what constitutes a tourist attraction?

Memory lane

Editor — Fri, 18 Sep 2009

Bin strikes were once synonymous with Liverpool. And the press coverage did us no favours. And here we are again. This mess needs to be sorted quickly before the pictures start reappearing in the press.

Conviction rate

Editor — Mon, 14 Sep 2009

Merseyside Police are keen to shout their success from the rooftops. And rightly so.

All gone quiet

Editor — Fri, 11 Sep 2009

Sorry chaps. Been away on holiday for a few weeks and felt the need to do absolutely nothing for a change.

So what's new in Liverpool's creative and cultural scene? What have I missed?

Highly rated art

Editor — Mon, 10 Aug 2009

I heard a curious tale the other day. You'll all remember how we've been calling for temporary use of empty shops for galleries.

About time

Editor — Tue, 4 Aug 2009

In the last few months I've had one or two rants about the ineptitude of all those involved in the management of 08 Place! At last we read that there is going to be an inquiry into the whole sorry and hugely embarrassing saga.

Cursed rain

Editor — Thu, 30 Jul 2009

A few weeks ago I suggested that us scousers could forget about our European escapades and instead bask in our own sunshine in the new pavement cafes sprouting up around the city.

Swan song

Editor — Fri, 24 Jul 2009

Went to the said gig (see below) and was suitably impressed. A trip down memory lane.

Liverpool's returning Wild Swans Rock Static Gallery

Mitch Poole — Fri, 24 Jul 2009

You were only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!

The Wild Swans returned to play Liverpool last night at a gig that rocked Static Gallery to its bunting bedecked rafters.

Vistas for visitors

Editor — Thu, 16 Jul 2009

Grosvenor went to great lengths to create appealing vistas throughout Liverpool One; to draw the eye of shoppers from gateways to anchor stores. To me, the streetscape they have created is a model for future city centre redevelopments. It's wide open, clean and visually stimulating.

08 lives on

Editor — Wed, 15 Jul 2009

For some, 08 is no less a tourist attraction than last year. The cannily named 08 Place, which we all thought might be rebranded into a more contemporary visitor centre, continues to plug 08 events.

No parking

Editor — Mon, 13 Jul 2009

There's a chronic lack of short term affordable parking in Ropewalks. That's not good for what the city has dubbed the 'independent quarter'. The only alternative to a ruthlessly administered parking fine is a meter (almost impossible to find) or an extortionate minimum charge in one of the multi-storeys sprouting up around the neighbourhood.

Good idea

Editor — Sat, 11 Jul 2009

I understand that Liverpool City Council is to appoint a new tourism director to maximise the destination management of Liverpool city centre and its attractions. You can't fault the logic of that.

Let's keep our fingers crossed we get the best person for the job!

New name, new venue

Editor — Sat, 11 Jul 2009

The Liverpool Design Festival is back. Last year at Novas, this year at The Crypt – both far too remote for my liking. To engage with a wider audience these shows and festivals need to be central.

Nonetheless, check out the web and get the dates in your diary.

Undressed

Editor — Thu, 9 Jul 2009

Now that the time-expired 08 banner has finally come off the Figure Factory on the Strand, I am reminded what a dog of a building that is.

In the past I've suggested re-wrapping it with a banner letting people know where to look for up-coming culture in the city. Anyone else got any bright ideas on how this 'billboard' could be used?

Looking cool

Editor — Wed, 8 Jul 2009

How pleasant it is to be able to sit outside and enjoy a coffee and a snack in a boulevard setting.

Liverpool One has achieved the trick of making it cool to sit in the middle of a busy pedestrian thorough fare with a Cornish pasty or coffee in your hand � good food in a well-managed, convivial environment. A posers Paradise.

We told you so

Editor — Fri, 3 Jul 2009

Get those vacant shops full of art. Now. No excuses. Much as I love Novas, it's a day's trek away from city life. Bring art to the people and let them engage with some culture without having to expend an ounce of effort.

Barfly

Editor — Thu, 2 Jul 2009

Get yourself down to the Barfly on tomorrow, 3 July and treat yourself to a sweaty night out with the Salamanders and others.

Go unsigned for the night and get Glastonbury out of your system for the next twelve months. Check out www.barflyclub.com/liverpool for more info.

Top five

Editor — Tue, 30 Jun 2009

I read with interest yesterday in one of our national broadsheets that Liverpool did not feature as one of England's top five domestic tourist destinations.

Cruising

Guest — Mon, 29 Jun 2009

The 116,000 ton Crown Princess docked at Liverpool this morning. But those hoping to catch a glimpse of the largest liner ever to sail up the Mersey will have to be quick, as it is due to depart early this evening.

Re-cycle challenge

Guest — Fri, 26 Jun 2009

2009 has been dubbed 'Year of the Environment'. Whilst a lot of Merseysiders would be aware of that, there can't be too many who are aware of what it actually means for the city, as it's all been a bit low-key.

Punishment

Editor — Thu, 25 Jun 2009

Now that we have our own Arena I would like to see us taking an even bigger share of touring gigs from Manchester!

Sport City

Guest — Thu, 18 Jun 2009

The eighth Liverpool International Tennis tournament takes place at Calderstones park this week. Amongst the competing players is Robin Soderling, the man who recently ended Rafael Nadal's unbeaten run in the French Open.

Scheduled to run over five days, rain unfortunately forced yesterday's action to end almost before it had begun. Today's forecast is more promising, and the future is even brighter still for sports fans in the region.

More shoppers

Editor — Wed, 17 Jun 2009

Good article in the Daily Telegraph yesterday showing the impact of Liverpool One on visitor numbers. The city is bucking the trend with footfall up 18% � impressive when considering most other destinations have seen a year on year decline of 6% or more.

The Wild Swans

Guest — Tue, 16 Jun 2009

After 21 year interlude Liverpool's legendary lost sons The Wild Swans are back with a new single and two gigs in July.

Beyonce back again

Editor — Thu, 4 Jun 2009

Just a quick congratulatory note to those who brought us the Arena. There were many early snipes from those who said it was too small to attract the stars, that it was too close to established Manchester venues etc.

Those doom mongers appear to have been proved wrong.

Tossers

Editor — Thu, 4 Jun 2009

Can I congratulate Liverpool City Council on the dramatic improvement in the cleanliness of streets around Ropewalks � subject regrettably to the occasional blip (see above!)

Faded glory

Editor — Tue, 2 Jun 2009

Whilst it's lovely to have the sun on our backs there is a downside. Those 08 banners dotted around high profile sites in the city are starting to fade to grey.

Boys in blue

Guest — Fri, 29 May 2009

Everton head back to Wembley tomorrow for the FA Cup final, hoping to see off the challenge of Chelsea as they look to secure a first piece of silverware since 1995.

Art and about

Editor — Fri, 29 May 2009

With a sunny weekend in the offing it would seem like a perfect opportunity to stroll around the city's arty venues, particularly those that seem a bit remote when it's drizzling.

European City Break

Editor — Wed, 27 May 2009

With the cockneys and mancunians sunning themselves in Rome this week it's easy for one's mind to drift into thoughts of a cheeky European city break to recharge the batteries. Perhaps a long week-end where the skies are blue and the caf� culture is buzzing.

Parking nonsense

Editor — Tue, 26 May 2009

I talked the other day about the serious issue of lack of short term car parking in the city centre. And the recent refusal by the city council of an application for a temporary, yes temporary, car park in Ropewalks indicates a distinct lack of understanding by the planning authorities about what makes a city tick.

New Bands

Editor — Fri, 22 May 2009

Just in case there's any new bands who haven't seen the call to arms for the Mathew Street Festival... Check out the Culture Liverpool link where you can download an application form to play on the new band stage.

Rip off

Editor — Thu, 21 May 2009

The long awaited inquiry into the new Mersey Crossing is underway. At last. And what an opportunity to create one of the wonders of the bridge world this should be.

Salamanders

Editor — Wed, 20 May 2009

Every now and then amidst the daily drudge, you stumble across something that makes you smile and think of the good old days when everything was rosy.

Blue

Editor — Fri, 15 May 2009

The other day I had a little rant about the constipation of traffic Southbound along the Strand. As I drove home on Wednesday it was carnage again at 6.30pm as people trying to get to the Arena were gridlocked. An hour or so in a needless queue doesn�t make for a good night out. The state of play is unacceptable, with or without the roadworks.

Museum piece

Editor — Wed, 13 May 2009

That new museum down on the waterfront is starting to look seriously sexy. From Wirral it looks stunning, especially in its juxtaposition with the Three Graces.

Flying the flag

Editor — Tue, 12 May 2009

Approaching our fair city from The Rocket I noted yesterday that the old and presumably very expensive 08 signs are still on the flyover it still seems that we are stuck in an 08 timewarp.

Ransom strip

Editor — Fri, 8 May 2009

45 minutes to travel 100 metres along The Strand this morning by car from the West Tower to Chapel Street. The sequencing of traffic lights and movement has been catastrophic since the Big Dig completely knackered the Water Street and Strand Junction by not allowing a right turn at the traffic lights.

Sound City

Editor — Fri, 8 May 2009

Just a quick heads up. Check out www.liverpoolsoundcity.co.uk and spread the word.

Gigs, gigs and more gigs.

It�s our duty to support these ventures!

Summer Pops

Editor — Wed, 6 May 2009

This year's Summer Pops at the Arena appears to have attracted an even less exciting line up than usual. A few predictable returns, a few golden oldies and, to my taste, some out and out wasters.

Ambitious

Guest — Tue, 5 May 2009

Liverpool First's plan for the future of the city certainly can't be faulted for it's ambition. Reducing unemployment by creating thousands of jobs, creating safe neighbourhoods and helping to improve the health of people throughout the city are amongst the goals set out in the Liverpool 2024 document.

But the toughest of all to implement may well be to transform Liverpool into one of the cleanest cities in the country.

Tube

Editor — Sat, 2 May 2009

Good news to see NWDA launching a high profile marketing campaign for England's North West on the London Underground today. The posters and displays will promote Liverpool, Manchester, Chester and The Lake District.

Interest rates cut again

Editor — Fri, 1 May 2009

Personally I'm not terribly excited about art and culture at the moment � at least not in Liverpool. And that's probably reflected in the downturn in volume here on the 09 site. I'm finding it increasingly difficult to keep enthused when those charged with ensuring some kind of legacy are notable by their absence.

Inspiring

Editor — Tue, 28 Apr 2009

I attended an event last week organised by The Community Foundation for Merseyside to promote its Cultural Legacy Fund. Music to my ears. Inspirational.

Al and Al

Editor — Thu, 23 Apr 2009

Congratulations to Al and Al for winning the Liverpool Art Prize last night and to Elizabeth Willow for picking up the People's Prize.

That's Entertainment!

Guest — Wed, 22 Apr 2009

It's been an terrific football season for the region's top teams, and the drama is showing no sign of slowing down, if the last few day's action is anything to go by.

Not since the mid-90s has the season concluded with all three Merseyside clubs having something to play for and an exciting finale awaits the fans of Liverpool, Everton and Tranmere.

Liverpool or The Lakes

Editor — Mon, 20 Apr 2009

So this week it was the turn of The Lakes to get the www.englandsnorthwest.com tourist plug in the weekend papers. The advertising output from England's North West (ENW) is high quality - if I didn't live here I would be sure to visit. But where would I go? Manchester, Liverpool, Cheshire, Cumbria or Lancashire? All very appealing, quite different in character and all under the big ENW banner.

Speak up

Editor — Thu, 16 Apr 2009

I had a quick look at the home of the new Liverpool logo www.liverpoolcitybrand.co.uk a few minutes ago to get a feel for how the new artwork is being received. It's a bit embarrassing that only 80 odd people 'allegedly' speak for Liverpool and all the more so because most of them seem to be illiterate.

Since only 30 odd quotes appear in the site's A-Z can we assume that the other 50 were deemed unsuitable for publication? Here's a taster to whet your appetite... "Cause no other city can be so diverse than this city, and the people bring it together always and the logo is amazin" sic

Campaign trail

Editor — Tue, 14 Apr 2009

I note that the excellent Visit Liverpool ad has become an almost permanent feature in the Saturday Telegraph magazine. It does strike me as strange that the new Liverpool city brand logo is not being used on the ad though � especially since we have been told how critically important its evolution was be to the city�s promotion.

Two weeks left to vote!

Guest — Wed, 8 Apr 2009

If you've not yet visted the Liverpool Art Prize, get yourself down to the Novas CUC on Jamaica Street for a showcase of work from some of some of the city's finest artists.

The exhibition runs until May 4, but for a chance to take part in the voting for the 'People's Choice', you'll need to cast your vote before April 21st! For further details about the exhibition, and the shortlisted artists, visit www.liverpoolartprize.com.

Culture Liverpool

Editor — Tue, 7 Apr 2009

I went to see a performance of Les Miserables by Shrewsbury Sixth Form College last weekend. It was a life-changing event. I have always detested amdram work and steered a wide berth, but this was an incredible performance by a talented group of amateurs.

As a consequence, I now have to consider an even wider range of culture than I did last Friday. I wonder how many others, like myself, have irrationally ignored such events. All I need to know now is where to find out what�s going on at the grass roots level around Liverpool.

Today and tomorrow

Editor — Fri, 3 Apr 2009

The sun is shining on Liverpool's revitalised city centre. Towers soaring into the sky, scantily clad fashionistas drifting off to Aintree, tourists milling around the dockside, thousands thronging Liverpool One, barges gliding along the new canal link, the new Museum already looking dramatic on the waterfront (thanks goodness it's not the cloud), our fab Arena and Conference Centre making the MEN look tatty � and so the list goes on.

Three of a kind

Editor — Thu, 2 Apr 2009

The sparky new creative logo is with us, and the first application I have seen appears on a Shanghai Connect sponsorship document.

Inevitable

Guest — Tue, 31 Mar 2009

The launch of a new Liverpool logo has been much heralded, at least by those who created it. To me it's bland and inoffensive and that's the best I can say for it.

Independents day

Editor — Thu, 26 Mar 2009

Strolling down Bold Street the other day I couldn't help but smile at the diversity of the retail offer – a refreshing tonic after the cloned high streets. But just like our indigenous arts and cultural types, these retailers need our support – because they're certainly not getting much help from the establishment.

In for a treat

Editor — Tue, 24 Mar 2009

Among the latest entries on the Art in Liverpool blog today was a piece with some details of forthcoming events and festivals planned for the year, which will help keep the 08 momentum trundling along.

Click to check out details of some of the planned events.

Street View shows up the other side to the city

Guest — Mon, 23 Mar 2009

We've all been to New York and wandered down Broadway, travelled across the Sydney Harbour Bridge and stood beside the Eiffel Tower. Virtually, that is.

And now, web browsers from around the world can visit Liverpool, which last week was among the addition of cities to Google's Street View.

08 Place

Editor — Fri, 20 Mar 2009

We're all looking forward to the 08 place being re-launched as the Liverpool Visitor Centre. And it can't happen soon enough!

Safe

Editor — Wed, 18 Mar 2009

Whilst out on Church Street earlier this week, I bumped into a client from Shrewsbury who was in Liverpool for a meeting. He had heard great things about the city and wanted to see the transformation for himself.

What's more he had taken the green option and travelled by train! However, his reason for choosing that mode of transport was not in full-blown support of our year of the environment but because he didn't think he could safely park his car in Liverpool.

Prime Opportunity

Editor — Tue, 17 Mar 2009

There's nothing more depressing than the sight of an empty shop on the high street with one of those little notes from the receiver taped to the front door.

What makes you happy?

Editor — Fri, 13 Mar 2009

It was like the first night of the Biennial again � well almost. FACT, Open Eye Gallery and the Liverpool Art Prize all launched fabulous new exhibitions last night.

Time to redecorate

Editor — Wed, 11 Mar 2009

I'm getting more and more irritated by the acres of fading and tatty banners all over the city centre telling us what a fab time we're going to have in 2008. Many of these banner sites were clearly chosen to shroud crumbling buildings in high profile locations from public view. That trick worked. But here we are in 2009 and those enormous sheets of vinyl are fading.

Something for nothing

Editor — Tue, 10 Mar 2009

Organised by our friends at Art In Liverpool.com 39 Art Week was initiated by the Japanese artist Yoshiaki Kaihatsu in 2000 to foster the appreciation of contemporary art in Japan. And now, here in Liverpool. There�s an opportunity for everyone to get involved with the arts. Oh, and apparently there�s lots of offers too!

One or Two?

Editor — Mon, 9 Mar 2009

Good to see a tasty looking promotional advert for Liverpool in one of the broadsheet supplements at the weekend. Really quite enticing. And more to the point, the ad carries a link to www.visitliverpool.com which is an effective all-singing resource for anyone looking to spend some time in the city.

We all live...

Editor — Thu, 5 Mar 2009

Just a thought. It's ok for Banksy to doodle, but where do you draw the line between criminal damage and cheeky street art?

Sea Shanties

Anon — Mon, 2 Mar 2009

We're still awaiting details of whether or not this year's River Festival is to go ahead. In the meantime, we've been sent a video featuring footage from last year's Shanty festival, which was part of a successful 08 River Festival. Click here for more.

Slumdog

Editor — Mon, 2 Mar 2009

Sunday morning in Wolstenholme Square. A scene of absolute squalor. Again. As usual. And just like every other street in Ropewalks. Ankle deep in litter and filth. Had Liverpool City Council's Film Unit been quicker off the mark they probably could have saved Danny Boyle the expense of taking his cast to Mombai.

Pocket parks

Editor — Fri, 27 Feb 2009

Here's an idea I approve of and thanks to Property Week for bringing it to our attention. If Liverpool finds itself with some development sites that are unlikely to see any progress in the near future, the City Council thinks the land should be considered for leisure activities such as parks, gardens and allotments.

This is not about the Beatles

Fri, 27 Feb 2009

This is not about the Beatles. I actually used that line when trying to explain to someone what Merseymusic was all about. They found it hard to comprehend why a site about Liverpool music was not centred around those cheeky scouse skamps, the fab four.

To Do

Editor — Thu, 26 Feb 2009

The first task for Culture Liverpool should be to get rid of the liverpool08 website.

We're Ready

Editor — Wed, 25 Feb 2009

We hear today that the Liverpool Culture Company has been replaced with an in-house unit called Culture Liverpool. Cllr Gary Millar, the enterprise and tourism leader, says 'the ultimate goal is to achieve a happier and healthier Liverpool through culture. He also said that within the next few weeks, nine big free participation events will be announced.'

Splendid news indeed. And a very warm welcome to Culture Liverpool from liverpool09.

Arachnomania

Editor — Wed, 25 Feb 2009

Following last year's infestation by spiders, I have to say that I will genuinely miss our eight-legged visitors.

Thanks Grosvenor

Editor — Tue, 24 Feb 2009

I attended the 08 thank you party last night at the Arena. A pleasant evening and an opportunity for the city and culture co to thank almost everyone for their contribution to the successful year of culture.

River Festival

Editor — Mon, 23 Feb 2009

Heard a rumour that the river festival was not going to happen this year due to financial constraint. Surely that can't be right? Tall ships and shanties are culturally imperative!

Last year's hugely successful festival was one of the most attended events of 2008, bringing countless thousands to the city. Can anyone enlighten us as to the fate of this wonderful festival?

Magical history tour

Editor — Mon, 23 Feb 2009

A good piece in the enjoyengland.com supplement of the Sunday Telegraph yesterday by Chris Moss – and that's his headline not mine – who revisited the city to see if it was maintaining its 08 momentum. An unusual piece of editing saw the last paragraph on the page end mid-sentence so I was left wondering about his conclusion.

The piece covered the generality of culture and history well but didn't really point potential visitors towards sources of information for some of our grass-roots and hidden gems. A pity.

Philharmonic

Editor — Wed, 18 Feb 2009

I went to the Phil the other night and wondered why on earth I don't go more often. Looking around the fabulous auditorium though I couldn't help but notice the average age of the audience. No children!

Hurrah for the arts

Editor — Wed, 18 Feb 2009

It's been announced today that Liverpool city council has approved an �8.45m arts budget which will maintain capital of culture funding levels in the city for the next two years.

Liverpool Art Prize 09

Editor — Sun, 15 Feb 2009

Now here's something to get excited about. Make a note in your diary now. The Liverpool Art Prize is back.

From Friday March 13 to Monday May 4 at the Novas Contemporary Urban Centre North-West, 41-51 Greenland Street, Liverpool L1 0BS. For all the info, visit www.liverpoolartprize.com

No Go Superlambanana!

Guest — Wed, 11 Feb 2009

There was good news for fans of the Superlambanana sculpture earlier this month, when a deal was finally struck to ensure that a replica of the 17ft high original will remain in the city.

Ticking off

Editor — Mon, 9 Feb 2009

What a year we had last year. And when I say we I refer to my family. There was, as the packet stated, something for everyone. One little niggle for me was the ticketing arrangements for the big events such as McCartney's gig at Anfield or the opening event at the arena.

Your '08

Anon — Sun, 25 Jan 2009

What did Liverpool '08 mean to you? And what successes would you like to see built on?

Whether you live in the city or have recently visited, we'd love to hear your feedback! Send details of your experiences to: yourviews@liverpool09.com.

Extension for city's football exhibition

Guest — Thu, 22 Jan 2009

UEFA last week announced an extension to the 'Only A Game' exhibition which is currently on display at the World Museum Liverpool.

'08 and out?

Editor — Sun, 18 Jan 2009

Is it just me or is the liverpool08.com website looking a bit dated? The news page goes no further than 2008!

I did a quick search to see what the city could offer by way of events, any events, in March 2009. No matches found.

Everyone is talking legacy and doing the impact studies - but sometimes it's just the simple things that make a difference.

Welcome

Editor — Fri, 16 Jan 2009

First of all my apologies for being so slow off the mark. It's mid January already.

As we all know Liverpool has decided that 2009 will tagged as 'The Year of the Environment'. There doesn't seem to be much of a mention of this exciting idea on the Liverpool 08 website but its certainly a snappy title that is sure to encourage last year's visitors to return in their droves.

Legacy of 08

Editor — Wed, 14 Jan 2009

It's a momentous day for Liverpool because it's about looking forward", David Henshaw 4th June 2003.

Yes, but back in those early days how far did the city look?