Beatles fans gather for new unique event inside George Harrison's childhood home

This weekend, music fans gathered for a unique and intimate event inside one of Britain’s most significant musical landmarks — George Harrison’s childhood home at 25 Upton Green, Speke.

Hosted by local Beatles tour guide and storyteller Dale Roberts (@DaleLiverpool), “An Afternoon at George’s” offered visitors a chance to step inside the house where George grew up, long before the world knew his name. The event featured performances from The Paperback Writers, a band celebrated for their authentic renditions of The Beatles’ early rock ’n’ roll sound, and a tour from the owners (Dale Roberts and Ken Lambert) connecting George’s early life to the wider story of Liverpool and The Beatles’ rise.

Guests experienced an afternoon of live music and nostalgia — with the performance taking place in the house where George once strummed his first chords. The weather stayed bright, the atmosphere was warm, and visitors described it as “one of the most special Beatles experiences they’ve ever had.”

‘An Afternoon for George’ Draws Fans to George Harrison’s Childhood Home

Dale said:

“It’s always special to open the doors to George’s home and share his story in the place where it began. There’s something powerful about hearing the music played here — it’s emotional, it’s real, and it reminds you how human these legends were.”

The event marks a milestone for Dale Liverpool Tours Ltd as earlier this week Dale’s company was shortlisted for Independent Business of the Year at the Liverpool Tourism Awards.

Roberts’ journey from Beatles fan to one of Liverpool’s most well known tour guides was recently featured in The Mirror, which told the story of how he went from working five jobs at the same time to co-owning George Harrison’s childhood home — an opportunity as a working class lad from Walton, he thought was out of reach.

“I’m far from rich,” Dale recently posted on his Instagram. “When the chance came up to buy the house, I thought it was impossible. But I couldn’t let it go — I knocked on every door, and eventually, every door opened.”

Today, Dale is not only a co-owner of the property but also a trusted storyteller who has guided thousands of visitors around Liverpool’s most iconic locations. His tours have earned global recognition — including three that have ranked among the best in the world.

Through his company, Dale Liverpool Tours Ltd, he delivers a range of experiences from citywide Beatles tours to exclusive, private tours at George’s home. Each experience is designed to blend history, humour, and storytelling — capturing the human connection behind the legend of The Beatles.

The Afternoon for George event was about keeping the house alive as a working part of Liverpool’s story rather than a static museum. Roberts says the focus is on creating events that honour George’s roots and connect people to the city’s musical heritage.

“George’s story isn’t just about fame or success,” Roberts adds. “It’s about creativity, humility, and what it means to come from an ordinary background and make something extraordinary. That’s what we want people to feel when they visit and what I want them to understand on any tour I deliver of Liverpool”

Plans are already underway for future events at the property, including more performances and even guided tours that are similar to those ran by The National Trust of John Lennon’s and Paul McCartney’s childhood homes.

“We’ve got more special experiences in the works — the kind of events that bring people closer to the real stories behind the music. So if you missed out this time, make sure you follow me on social media and keep an eye on my website — the next announcement won’t be far away.”