15 things you can get up to this week across Liverpool City Region

We’re heading into March which means lighter nights, brighter days and the start of lots of spring things happening around Liverpool City Region.

If you’re looking for something different to do – especially if you used up loads of ideas over half term – here are 14 things definitely worth getting out for this week …

Mother Goose at Liverpool Empire

February might not be the usual time for a panto, but this not your usual panto – it’s just finished a packed-out run in the West End, and it’s got Sir Ian McKellen and John Bishop heading up the cast. It’s also scripted by Liverpool writer Jonathan Harvey so you know it’ll be brilliant. On at the Empire from Tuesday to Saturday March 4.

Book tickets here.

2-4-1 burgers every Wednesday in March at Free State Kitchen

Lots of restaurant offers are winding down after Feb, but not at Free State Kitchen on Maryland Street just off Hope Street – they’ve extended their 2-4-1 lunchtime burger deal into March if you go on Wednesdays between 12 and 4pm so there’s never been a better time to try out their menu of American classics.

Home and Away exhibition at Sudley House showcases Liverpool in the 19th century

Sudley House, formerly the family home of Victorian merchant George Holt, is a historical gem in south Liverpool. An exhibition currently on display there – Home and Away – features artwork capturing Holt’s foreign travels alongside views around Liverpool from the 19^th century, showing what landmarks like Bold Street would have looked like then.

The Marley Experience – Bob Marley tribute at Camp and Furnace on Friday

It’s more than 40 years since the legendary Bob Marley died, but his timeless music lives on and The Marley Experience is his number one tribute band. Lead vocalist and guitarist Lionart and the rest of the band bring an incredible live show featuring hits like No Woman No Cry, and I Shot The Sheriff to Camp and Furnace this Friday night. More info here.

The Beekeeper of Aleppo at the Playhouse

The Playhouse’s latest production is an emotional story of love, loss and hope set against the backdrop of the beautiful city of Aleppo in Syria and what happens when it’s destroyed by war. It’s a moving tale of the power of human connections, based on a best-selling novel, getting its world premiere here in Liverpool. From Wednesday March 1 to Sat March 11.

Book tickets here.

Tuck into the inspiring FIKA coffee on Woolton Road

We love an independent, especially one that does amazing things for its local community. FIKA on Woolton Road is always coming up with great ways to support other people so show it some love in return next time you fancy a coffee and a gorgeous fresh-baked cake – and check out its famous A-board Thought for the Day outside. More info here.

Join the Friday Fiesta at Rev De Cuba at the Albert Dock

It might not quite be Cuban weather out there, but we can always dream and once you get inside Rev de Cuba things will be hotting up for sure. Head to the Albert Dock on Friday for La Fiesta, starting from 6pm when work ends to 2am, for a party packed with great music, spectacular entertainment, fabulous cocktails and lots of fun vibes.

Explore the new Red Brick Market in the Baltic

Red Brick Market’s got itself a new bigger home at Cains Brewery Village and it’s doubled the number of stalls so now you’ll find a huge choice of vintage alongside newly created fashion, arts and crafts from local makers all under one roof. There’s a new coffee shop and bar just opened last weekend too, R Social, so you’ve got the perfect excuse for a shopping pitstop.

Shop local at the Liverpool Cheese Company in Woolton Village

If you love cheese – and honestly, who doesn’t? – then you need to put Liverpool Cheese Company on your must-go list because they totally share the passion. They’re farmers market regulars but you don’t have to wait til then because the Woolton Village shop is open with loads of favourites and new ones to discover, weekdays and Saturdays. Visit the website here.

Some of the best breakfast dishes in the city at Moose with three venues to choose from

You can’t get any day off to a better start than with a Moose all-day breakfast, whether you want a mighty one or one of their famous eggs bennys (who knew there were so many ways?). Plus, there are three city centre Moose locations to choose from – Dale Street, Hope Street and on the waterfront at William Jessop Way.

Justino’s on Aigburth Road serves up Sunday roast in style

Justino’s is a great example of a neighbourhood Italian restaurant that’s built up a loyal fanbase of diners by getting it right.  On the corner of Aigburth and Mersey Road, Justino’s does a top end Sunday roast – choose from Goosnargh chicken, herb-marinated beef ribeye or two meats with all the trimmings and red wine gravy. Book here.

Coalescence continues at Liverpool Cathedral

The latest free art installation at Liverpool Cathedral is spectacular and there are only a couple of weeks left to see it (until March 12) so don’t leave it too late. Coalescence is the work of internationally acclaimed designer Paul Cocksedge, featuring thousands of pieces of UK-sourced anthracite coal suspended from the ceiling of the cathedral.

Unwind at Formby Hall Spa

If you fancy treating yourself to a de-stressing pamper session then Formby Hall Spa will do the job very nicely. It’s set in beautiful grounds so it feels like a proper escape from the city, and you can choose from a range of ESPA and in-house treatments, take a dip in the heated swimming pool or relax in the Himalayan salt sauna and steam room. Find out more here.

Take the Liverpool Boat Tour from the Albert Dock

It’s always fascinating to be a tourist in your own city because even if you think you know everywhere inside out there’s still so much to learn. Sit back and find out more about Liverpool and the docks on board the refurbished passenger boat The Princess as it takes a half-hour cruise through the dock system around the Albert Dock. More info here.