Category: Liverpool
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The Return of Liverpool Olympia: Behind the Scenes of Its Stunning Revival
Liverpool Olympia, a historic Grade II listed venue on West Derby Road, has entered an exciting new chapter following its launch as a Community Interest Company (CIC). Once home to spectacular performances featuring live elephants and legendary acts like The Beatles, the Olympia is being transformed into a vibrant cultural hub for music, arts, and…
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Liverpool Protest at Metropolitan Cathedral: Counter Demonstrators Drown Out UKIP March
Crowds gathered outside Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral on Hope Street as a planned UKIP march failed to materialize, overwhelmed by a significantly larger counter-protest. Demonstrators filled the plaza with chants supporting refugees and opposing far-right views, while police maintained a controlled presence. The day was widely seen as a strong show of unity, tolerance, and community…
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Exploring Frodsham: A Timeless Market Town in the Heart of Cheshire
Discover the charm of Frodsham, a historic Cheshire market town where friendly locals, artisan shops, and bustling market days create a truly timeless atmosphere. From coffee on Main Street to scenic walks toward Delamere Forest, this guide explores why Frodsham is the perfect countryside escape.
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International Women’s Day in Liverpool: Feminist March, Drumming, and Calls for Equality
Liverpool marked International Women’s Day with a vibrant feminist march through the city centre, beginning at the Bombed Out Church and moving down Bold Street. Accompanied by the powerful rhythms of the Katumba Drummers, activists carried bold placards calling for gender equality, workers’ rights, and an end to patriarchy. The march concluded at the Bluecoat…
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February Newsletter
February on alisonlittle.blog brings together grief writing, flash fiction, digital art, political storytelling and urban culture — from a deeply personal letter shown at a London memorial exhibition to new media installations in Liverpool and reflections on architecture, landscape and identity across the UK. A month of art, memory and creative survival.
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Shrines Through the Lens: Graham Smillie and the Social Impact of Roadside Memorial Photography
Liverpool-based photographer Graham Smillie traces his creative journey from documenting the city’s grassroots music scene to visually exploring roadside shrines and makeshift memorials across Liverpool. This article examines how his socially engaged photographic practice reveals the emotional, political and communal impact of public memorials in both urban and rural environments.
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What Is My Favourite Drink?
Ale of the ginger variety is my favourite drink – simple, alcohol-free and perfectly suited to slow café mornings and real conversations. Here’s why ginger ale still wins for me, every time.
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Graffiti on the Liverpool Loop Line: How a Forgotten Railway Became a Battleground for Identity, Protest and the Eternal City
Once a short-lived railway experiment, Liverpool’s Loop Line now survives as a quiet green corridor cutting through the city’s overlooked edges. But along its tunnels and crumbling walls, a different version of Liverpool is being written in spray paint and marker pen. From playful drawings to blunt political slogans and far-right symbols, the graffiti lining…
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The Eternal I
Discover the ultimate running playlist to help you run faster, stay motivated and enjoy every mile. From upbeat warm-up tracks to powerful mid-run anthems and a calming cool-down, this guide shares the best songs and headphone tips to transform your next run. running playlist
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No Neon on Snowdon: A Warning for the Future of UK National Parks
A neon‑lit mega‑casino perched on the summit of Snowdon? This imaginative exploration envisions Wales’ highest peak transformed into a high‑altitude world of luxury hotels, heliports, million‑pound bets and late‑night entertainment—before confronting the deeper question of what future we want for one of the UK’s most cherished natural landmarks. A thought‑provoking look at conservation, accessibility, commercial…