The Beatles statue in Pier Head of Liverpool created in Bronze by the sculptor Andy Edwards in year 2015. Located in the Liverpool Waterfront and donated by the Cavern Club. The placement was in the date of the 50 year anniversary of The Beatles last live concert in Liverpool xxEurovision Eurovision Liverpool UK cover story;text by Steve McKenna cr: iStock (reuse permitted,no syndication)ÂÂÂ

This year’s Eurovision’s host city was the perfect choice

Underrated Liverpool has a musical history,sense of fun and vibrant arts scene unlike anywhere in the UK.

  • bySteve McKenna
Once considered the grandest building in all of Britain,St George's Hall in Liverpool has a dark underbelly with a strong connection to Australia.

St George’s Hall,Liverpool:Grand building’s ugly connection to Australia

'They were very clever,the Victorians. They were also incredibly cruel.'

  • byCraig Platt
INNside Liverpool occupies the former offices of the Liverpool Echo newspaper.

Review:Former offices of the Liverpool Echo newspaper now house funky hotel

With its two bars,fabulous views and restaurant,INNside Liverpool offers one of the coolest stays in the city.

  • byCraig Platt
The historic Port of Liverpool building completes the so-called"Three Graces"on the waterfront,joining the Royal Liver Building and Cunard.

Liverpool film locations:Discover the Hollywood of England

Already a hotbed of music and sport,Liverpool has now emerged as a northern England film and TV production hub.

  • bySteve McKenna
On 14th September 2019,Strawberry Fields opened its iconic red gates to the public for the first time.

Liverpool,England:Strawberry Field exhibition takes you into the world of the Beatles

Beyond the famous red gates of Strawberry Field is a new slice of Beatles history.

  • byKatrina Lobley
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Hard Days Night Hotel,Liverpool review:Salute to the Fab Four

Liverpool's first Beatles-themed hotel is all Mark Juddery needs (plus a little love).

The Beatles shop in Liverpool's Mathew Street.

The Beatles'Sgt Pepper album turns 50:The album that changed everything about recording music

Sgt Pepper turns 50;a magical musical history tour in the Beatles'backyard.

  • bySteve McKenna
The Mersey Ferry.

Liverpool travel guide and things to do:20 reasons to visit

The revitalised port city by the River Mersey thrills visitors with its heady banquet of music,sport and culture,writes Steve McKenna.

  • bySteve McKenna
Paris at Sunset from the Arc de Triumph Credit:Getty Images

Traveller deals:cheaper flights to Paris

The earlybird sale from 2014 Skytrax Airline of the Year Cathay Pacific offers low fares.

  • byJULIETTA JAMESON
Penny Lane

Strawberry Fields forever

Flip Byrnes finds more to Liverpool than its four favourite sons but they're not a bad place to start.