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Florence Nightingale is renowned for her selfless care of soldiers during the Crimean War and her pivotal role in transforming modern healthcare and nursing.

But did you know Florence Nightingale, remembered as “The Lady with the Lamp,” has major connection to Liverpool?

Florence Nightingale’s connection to Liverpool began in 1858, when she visited the city to present papers at the National Association for the Promotion of Social Science.

Two years later, her influence would leave a lasting mark on healthcare in the city.

William Rathbone, a prominent Liverpool philanthropist, admired Nightingale’s work and sought her guidance to establish a district nursing scheme in the city.

Florence’s advice and support helped Rathbone create the first district nursing service in Britain, a groundbreaking initiative that provided care to the sick in their homes.

Their collaboration continued with the founding of a School of Nursing at Liverpool Royal Infirmary in 1862. This institution not only trained nurses for hospital work but also equipped them to provide home-based care, revolutionising community healthcare.

Liverpool’s growing population and healthcare needs prompted the construction of a new Royal Infirmary. Designed by architect Alfred Waterhouse, the facility was influenced by Florence Nightingale’s principles.

She emphasised the importance of high ceilings for ventilation, ample natural light, and sufficient spacing between beds to prevent the spread of infection.

Read the full story on our website @theguideliverpool

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Have you ever been on the Magical Mystery Bus Tour?

It’s the perfect way to see the city and its amazing Beatles hotspots. 🤩

From grabbing a selfie with the Penny Lane sign, Strawberry Field and all of the Fab Four’s childhood homes, it really is a must for any fan of the Fab Four.

Join Jay Hynd and tour guide Dale to experience one of Liverpool’s most popular and best-loved attractions. That is a must for any locals and visitors alike.

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We’re treating you to a very special Afternoon Tea on today’s January Jackpot.

You and your guest could be the first enjoy The Hightown Inn’s brand new Traditional Afternoon Tea which launches in February. 😍

It includes all of your favourites; a selection of freshly prepared finger sandwiches, in house baked scones with clotted cream and preserves, a variety of home made cakes and pastries and your choice from a range of teas and coffee. All brought to you by Chef Daniel Heffy and his team at the charming Hightown Inn on Lower Alt Road in Hightown.

Simply enter before 8pm via the form on our website (link in bio) to win. And you then stay in the draw every day for the rest of the month with lots more prizes to come! 🙏

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JANUARY JACKPOT 🥳

We are banishing Blue Monday today by giving you the chance to win an overnight stay for two at one of Liverpool’s best hotels. 🤩

On today’s January Jackpot you could win:
😍 An overnight stay at Titanic Hotel Liverpool in a superior dock room with a delicious three-course dinner from the Dockers Menu at Stanley’s Bar & Grill, and thermal spa access in the stunning Maya Blue Wellness Spa.

Enter through the link in our bio to win!

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Two of Liverpool’s most picturesque rooms are situated in St. George’s Hall. 😍

Watch as we walk through the Great Hall and the stunning Concert Room.

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On today’s January Jackpot we could be sending you to the Royal Court’s latest romantic comedy.

Liverpool’s iconic radio show, The Peaceful Hour will be brought to life on stage and you could be there this February.

Win two tickets plus dinner at the theatre before the show starts.

To win, simply fill in the form on the January Jackpot link in our bio before 8pm.

And then you’ll stay in the draw everyday for the rest of the month too. 🤩

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Could it be Liverpool’s best loved street❓

There really is something for everyone on Bold Street ☺️

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We’ve teamed up with one of Liverpool’s favourite nights out on today’s January Jackpot 🤩

You could win a night out with you and five mates to Golf Fang in the Baltic Triangle.

You’ll play 18 hole crazy golf & Throwies Darts. Sing away the January blues in your own private Karaoke booth and get two drinks each while you’re there 🥳

Enter on the form on our website today to win and we’ll announce the winner this evening. The link to enter is in our bio. Good luck!

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JANUARY DEALS & MORE 🤩

Your Weekend Guide is filled with things to do in Liverpool. Rach & Jack are at PINS Social Club on Duke Street with some of the best January deals in the city and loads of info for your weekend.

Let us know your Liverpool weekend plans in the comments below. 👇

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Have you entered our January Jackpot yet❓

We unveil a different prize everyday and choose a winner for that day’s prize each evening. You only have to enter once to be in with the chance of winning every single day this month! 🤩

Today, it’s all about a farewell tour for one of Ireland’s most iconic bands. See The Wolfe Tones headline On The Waterfront festival this June on the Pier Head. 🇮🇪

Fill in the form on our site (link in bio) and good luck!

More amazing prizes to be unveiled this weekend too 😍

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15 places in Liverpool you must visit at least once 👌

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Africa Oyé Director Paul Duhaney joined us today in an exclusive chat about the news that the festival is to take a break in 2025.

Watch the full video on our You Tube page now (link in bio @theguideliverpool)

Earlier this week it was announced that there will be no summer festival this year, but Paul and the OYE team assured fans that plans are in place to return stronger in 2026.

The announcement comes following a record-breaking Africa Oyé festival in 2024 that saw incredible attendances over the June weekend.

With the increased costs that come with this growth, and the rise in industry supplier costs across the sector (estimated at 20-30%), the charity behind the event have taken the difficult decision to have a ‘fallow year’ to ensure the event can return the following year, with festival dates already confirmed as 20th and 21st June 2026.

Artistic Director of Africa Oyé, Paul Duhaney said:

“We understand that there will of course be disappointment with this announcement. Our relationships with the Oyé family, festival staff, traders and service suppliers are very important to us and we did not take this decision lightly. With increased infrastructure and compliance costs, it is simply a case that without major investment to cover the costs of delivering a festival of this size safely, it would be irresponsible to go ahead with the event in 2025.”

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