| Globally renowned artists choose Wirral firm for new book A printing company has been selected by a pair of globally renowned artists to print their latest book.  02 Feb 2025 | 'Definitive' REM tribute band Stipe to play Heswall Hall FANS of the one of the greatest bands of the 80s and 90s are in for a treat as Stipe bring their definitive tribute to REM to Heswall Hall.  01 Feb 2025 | Squeeze songwriting legend Chris Difford confirms New Brighton gig SQUEEZE songwriter Chris Difford has confirmed a gig at New Brighton's Floral Pavilion.  01 Feb 2025 | Former Wirral greengrocer's transformed into 'vibrant' events space The Hatch in New Brighton has occupies what was Forber’s Greengrocers, a beloved part of the New Brighton community for more than 40 years.  01 Feb 2025 |
| Wirral man says getting to Gladiators quarter-finals is ‘beyond wildest dreams’ A WIRRAL driving instructor has made it through to the quarter-finals of the Gladiators after he triumphed on Saturday night’s episode.  31 Jan 2025 | Tribute show in memory of funnyman Tony Slattery at Wirral venue A tribute show in memory of comedian and actor Tony Slattery will be held on Wirral next month.  29 Jan 2025 | PREVIEW: Birkenhead Scouts promise 'exciting and fun' Gang Show next month Birkenhead Scouts' Gang Show is at the Gladstone Theatre in Port Sunlight from February 19 to 22, with the theme of 'New Beginnings'.  28 Jan 2025 | Strictly’s Shirley Ballas reveals ‘untidy spaces’ phobia ahead of Netflix series Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has revealed her phobia is “untidy spaces” ahead of starring in Netflix series Celebrity Bear Hunt.  27 Jan 2025 |
| NOTICEBOARD: Wirral Globe's guide to events in your neighbourhood Looking for something to do in your leisure time? Wirral Globe's noticeboard may have an idea or two . . .  27 Jan 2025 | New show celebrating John Lennon to visit St Helens and New Brighton A new show celebrating Liverpool icon John Lennon will visit St Helens and New Brighton.  26 Jan 2025 | Cheshire Oaks cinema showcasing variety of South Asian films Vue Cheshire Oaks is showcasing a variety of South Asian films this year, with three titles screening in January alone.  26 Jan 2025 | Chester Cathedral to be rocked to the sound of Elvis Presley ELVIS Presley's music is set to rock Chester Cathedral in March as a show containing the King of rock'n'roll's music comes to town.  25 Jan 2025 |
| Country music festival coming to Liverpool next year Liverpool will host the 'Summer in Nashville Presents: Country Roadshow' event.  25 Jan 2025 | Wirral comedy night to return to Thornton Hough on Valentine's Day A comedy night is set to return to Thornton Hough on Valentine's Day.  25 Jan 2025 | What time is The Traitors final on tonight? BBC confirms schedule change Find out what time The Traitors final will air tonight (January 24) as BBC confirms a schedule change for the third series.  24 Jan 2025 | Scouse comedy filmed in Wirral, G’wed, confirms date for series two A SCOUSE comedy TV programme which was filmed around different locations in Wirral has confirmed when season two will be released.  23 Jan 2025 |
| 'We've been mugged' - Music venue still haven't been paid by feature film THE team behind a Wirral music venue say they feel "robbed" after the makers of a new feature film failed to pay them.  22 Jan 2025 | REVIEW: BOST Musicals 'Annie' at Liverpool Empire Bost Musicals are consistently outstanding. The famous Birkenhead company is a jewel in Wirral's cultural crown.  22 Jan 2025 | British astronaut Tim Peake to visit Wirral as part of UK tour British astronaut Tim Peake is set to bring space exploration stories to Llandudno.  22 Jan 2025 | What we know about Harlan Coben's new series due to be filmed in the northwest Harlan Coben has announced a new series, Run Away, based off another of his books will be coming to Netflix.  22 Jan 2025 |
| New record label looking to ‘nurture local talent’ launches in Wirral A NEW record label has launched in Wirral.  21 Jan 2025 | Wirral sculptor turns Port Sunlight’s historic fire engine station into new studio A WIRRAL sculptor has turned a historic fire engine station into a new studio.  20 Jan 2025 | NOTICEBOARD: Wirral Globe's guide to events in your neighbourhood Looking for something to do in your leisure time? Wirral Globe's noticeboard may have an idea or two . . . 20 Jan 2025 | Stunning new artwork to be displayed at Liverpool Cathedral Liverpool Cathedral will soon host Helios, a stunning artwork by British artist Luke Jerram.  19 Jan 2025 |
| Acclaimed musical Blood Brothers to return to Liverpool Empire The acclaimed musical Blood Brothers will return to the Liverpool Empire Theatre in March.  18 Jan 2025 | Popular Liverpool venue to host 70s and 80s tribute nights Liverpool Naval Club is set to host a series of tribute nights celebrating the 70s and 80s.  18 Jan 2025 | 'It was a fresh start' - Friends reveal comedian was weeks away from moving to Wirral COMEDIAN Tony Slattery was going to move to Wirral just weeks after his untimely death, according to one of his best friends, who has set up a fundraiser to cover the funeral costs for the much-loved TV star.  17 Jan 2025 | BBC announces new Match of the Day hosts as Gary Lineker steps down Kelly Cates, Mark Chapman and Gabby Logan will share hosting duties of BBC Match of the Day from next season, replacing Gary Lineker  15 Jan 2025 |
| Wirral actor pays tribute to partner Tony Slattery after death of comedian aged 65 WIRRAL actor Mark Hutchinson has paid tribute to his long-term partner, comedian Tony Slattery, who has died aged 65 following a heart attack.  14 Jan 2025 | NOTICEBOARD: Wirral Globe's guide to events in your neighbourhood Looking for something to do in your leisure time? Wirral Globe's noticeboard may have an idea or two . . . 13 Jan 2025 | People's Choice finalists announced for the Culture Awards 2025 Liverpool's cultural scene eagerly awaits the winner of the People's Choice Award, with six finalists competing for the title.  12 Jan 2025 | INTERVIEW: US Psych legends The Brian Jonestown Massacre gear up for UK tour American psych-rockers The Brian Jonestown Massacre will play a 14-date UK tour in February 2025, with frontman Anton Newcombe declaring, “It will be great to be back! It will be great to be anywhere! I am super excited."  11 Jan 2025 |
| Floral Pavilion reveals line-up of tribute performances for 2025 The Floral Pavilion has announced an exciting array of tribute performances for 2025.  11 Jan 2025 | Coronation Street star to feature in punk rock show coming to New Brighton Bringing to life iconic punk songs and legends is the riotous new show Pretty Vacant, heading on tour this winter across the UK and Ireland! Joining the previously announced show as the Narrator is Coronation Street star Kevin Kennedy. Taking audiences on a nostalgic journey from the beginnings of punk in the 1970s, to its later movements in the 80s and 90s, this high energy, punk rock show tells the story of a music genre that changed the world for the first time ever. Kevin Kennedy, who was in Paris Valentinos with Johnny Marr and Andy Rourke, who later formed The Smiths – brings his real-world band experience to this epic punk show. Kennedy is best known for his role as Curly Watts in Coronation Street, and his stage career including We Will Rock You and Rock of Ages on the West End.  09 Jan 2025 | Downton Abbey actress to speak about new book at Linghams DOWNTON Abbey actress Tuppence Middleton will be talking about her new book at an event at Heswall's Linghams.  09 Jan 2025 | Linghams bookshop brings Marian Keys to Liverpool for event We are thrilled to announce the incredible Marian Keyes is coming to Liverpool!  08 Jan 2025 |
| 'My heart is shattered' Ex-husband of The Vivienne pays tribute to Drag Race star James Lee Williams’ ex-husband, David Ludford, paid tribute on Instagram by posting photos from their wedding and throughout their six-year relationship.  08 Jan 2025 | Strictly stars set to light up Floral Pavilion with series of shows Strictly Come Dancing stars are set to light up the Floral Pavilion with a series of shows.  08 Jan 2025 | The Waterboys confirm Liverpool show and new album THE Waterboys have confirmed a show in Liverpool in support of their new album.  07 Jan 2025 | Outpouring of love for 'Our Queen Viv' after death of beloved drag star The Vivienne The 32-year-old’s death has been met with an outpouring of love and grief for the star with tributes coming from all over the entertainment industry.  06 Jan 2025 |
| Cheshire Police confirms no suspicious circumstances around The Vivienne's death THE death of The Vivienne, winner of the first RuPaul's Drag Race UK, is not being treated as suspicious, Cheshire Police has confirmed.  06 Jan 2025 | NOTICEBOARD: Wirral Globe's guide to events in your neighbourhood Looking for something to do in your leisure time? Our noticeboard may have an idea or two . . .  06 Jan 2025 | Britpop legends Space confirm Birkenhead gig B  03 Jan 2025 | Wirral chef Simon Rimmer to host show on Global's Gold Radio Presenters Kirsty Gallacher and Simon Rimmer are to join Global’s Gold Radio for its 2025 schedule.  02 Jan 2025 |
| Wirral chart-toppers The Boo Radleys return with 30th anniversary gig Iconic 90s legends, The Boo Radleys, are returning for very special 30th anniversary gig! On Sunday 30th March 2025 at Rough Trade in Liverpool, the band will be performing an exclusive gig in celebration of 30 years of their No.1 album Wake Up, including the massive hit single Wake Up Boo!  31 Dec 2024 | All the New Year's TV to look forward to on BBC, ITV and Channel 4 The Traitors returns to BBC this New Year, while Channel 4 has the latest Gogglebox special, and ITV will have Coronation Street and Emmerdale  29 Dec 2024 | Show celebrating 62 years of 'Mersey Sound' returning to Wirral 'This Is Merseybeat' is set to return to Wirral next year.  28 Dec 2024 | James Corden issues emotional thank you to Gavin and Stacey fans after finale James Corden has issued an emotional farewell and thank you to Gavin and Stacey fans after the record-breaking finale which aired on Christmas Day.  27 Dec 2024 |
| Liverpool legend to host Wirral event to help fund youth team's European tour Liverpool legend Alan Kennedy will host a night of nostalgia to help fund a youth club's European tour.  26 Dec 2024 | 40 Christmas quiz questions to tax your family and friends this festive season We asked Radio Northwich DJ and keen amateur pub quizmaster, Julian Williams, to put together a list of 40 Christmas-themed questions to stop your brain from turning to brandy butter.  25 Dec 2024 |