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Welcome to The Guide Liverpool's dedicated Grand National page. You'll find all the latest news, features, and updates leading up to the iconic race at Aintree. From event previews and race day tips to exclusive party guides and behind-the-scenes stories, we’ve got you covered for everything related to Liverpool’s biggest event of the year. Whether you're planning to attend or just enjoying the festivities from afar, this is your ultimate guide to making the most of the Grand National 2025 experience!

Race meetings at Aintree you shouldn’t miss this Autumn & Winter

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Race meetings at Aintree you shouldn’t miss this Autumn & Winter

Aintree Racecourse is known around the world for its racing spectacles and, even though the Grand National is the big one, the excitement happens all year round.

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Grand National - Aintree Racecourse

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Find out how Belzan makes one of its signature dishes, Guinness Rarebit Potato. 🧑‍🍳
Head Chef Mark talks to us about the dish as well as bringing us into the kitchen to go through the process of making it. 😍
Belzan is now on Shuffle, the new app in Liverpool that will give you a percentage of your entire bill back every time you dine at some of its partner restaurants in the city.
Use the code “GUIDE03’ now to get the app free for 3 months and start earning money back now. 📲
#Shuffle #TheGuideLiverpool #Belzan #LiverpoolFood

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Young Frankenstein has arrived at Liverpool’s Playhouse Theatre with rave reviews! 🤩🎭
This monster musical is absolutely sensational, but don’t just take our word for it, it’s here until January 3rd so go and see it yourself! 
#YoungFrankenstein #Liverpool #TheGuideLiverpool #LiverpoolTheatre #PlayhouseTheatre #WhatsOnLiverpool #ThingsToDoInLiverpool

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There are so many brilliant festive things to do in Southport this time of year! 🤩🎄
Immerse yourself in the Christmas spirit at Santa’s Secret Forest, take a magical trip to watch an amazing pantomime or even head out for a special lunch with the big man himself! 🎅
#VisitSouthport #Southport #SouthportChristmas #Liverpool #LiverpoolChristmas #WhatsOnLiverpool #ThingsToDoInLiverpool #WhatsOnSouthport

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Panto has officially kicked off @floralpavilion and has brought a ton of laughs, great music and a brilliant cast to New Brighton, including Olivier Award-winner and CBBC favourite Cleo Demetriou as Princess Rose. 👸🤩
Sleeping Beauty is on at the Floral Pavilion until 4 January 2026! ✨
#FloralPavilion #NewBrighton #Wirral #Liverpool #WirralPanto

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Come with us to Santas’s Secret Forest 💫🎄
Join us on a magical journey inside Santa’s Secret Forest at Orwell Hill woods just outside of Crosby. 
You’ll embark on a Christmas experience like you’ve never been on before, meeting elves reindeer and Santa himself along the way. 
It’s open daily with different ticket options available, festive food, light trail, and an immersive Lapland experience that will make your Christmas 2025 complete. 
Follow @santassecretforest and we’ll see you in the North Pole ❄️🎅🏼
#SantasSecretForest #Liverpool #LiverpoolChristmas #Santa #ChristmasCountdown #TheGuideLiverpool

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The Dog & Collar on Liverpool’s iconic Hope Street is definitely one of the cosiest & most festive places to grab some tasty food & drink from in town! 🍻🎄
With a delicious festive dining menu, brilliant live music, a wide selection of drinks and a lovely cosy atmosphere, this is the perfect spot for your Christmas night out. 🪗🪵
Book a table today, you won’t be disappointed! 🤩
#DogAndCollar #Liverpool #LiverpoolFood #LiverpoolPubs #LiverpoolChristmas #WhatsOnLiverpool #ThingsToDoInLiverpool #TheGuideLiverpool

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Experience the most magical Christmas atmosphere at the cities first & only 5-star hotel, The Municipal Hotel 😍🎄
With delicious cocktails on offer & stunning decorations all around, there really is nowhere better for a festive treat this December! 🍸
#MunicipalHotel #Liverpool #WhatsOnLiverpool #LiverpoolCocktails #LiverpoolBars #LiverpoolChristmas #ThingsToDoInLiverpool #TheGuideLiverpool

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Have you experienced Enchanted at Knowsley Safari yet? ✨
It really has become a Christmas tradition for so many across Merseyside. 
Expect a dazzling light trail that guides through the Foot Safari where you’ll meet magical glowing animals along the way. 
You can toast your own marshmallows, tuck into delicious festive food at The Bus Yard and more. The kids can experience the illuminated rides and even get to meet Santa himself in his magical grotto. 
This is a Christmas MUST-DO for all the family and it’s on now until 23 December 🎅🏼
#KnowsleySafari #Liverpool #LiverpoolChristmas #Knowsley #ThjngsToDoInLiverpool #LiverpoolWeekend

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Ryanair has today announced that it will be basing a sixth based aircraft in Liverpool from summer 2026, making it possible to take passengers to 3 new destinations! 🛫
We spoke to Ryanair CCO Jason McGuinness to hear more about it!
#Ryanair #TheGuideLiverpool #LiverpoolAirport #Liverpool #WhatsOnLiverpool #SummerHolidays

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There’s tons of fabulous festive activities happening @metquarter this month. 🎄🤩
✨ The Art Quarter are back with their Christmas Market selling all sorts of handcrafted gifts, decorations and treats on Saturday and Sunday, December 13-14
✨ Made by Mitchell’s pop up store will open every weekend throughout December
✨ Liverpool BID Company is hosting a series of FREE Christmas Craft Clubs throughout the next few weeks
✨ Victoria Street Collective Food Hall is serving up a collection of Christmas culinary treats including an Indian roast dinner blending classic favourites with rich, spiced flavours for just £25
✨ Everyman Cinema has got a festive film season all stocked up with magical movies like The Holiday, Elf, and It’s a Wonderful Life, as well as new Christmas releases.
All of this will be going on along with the usual brands and brilliant experiences offered by the city centre shopping centre.
Find out more on our website now. 📲
#Metquarter #Liverpool #LiverpoolShopping #Christmas #LiverpoolChristmas #WhatsOnLiverpool

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Cinderella is on now at Shakespeare North Playhouse in Prescot and audiences are LOVING it 🤩
The spellbinding new production brings the world’s favourite fairytale to life with a very special Prescot twist. 
It’s on now, and throughout Christmas and New Year, until Saturday 10 January 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
#Liverpool #Prescot #ShakespeareNorth #Cinderella #TheGuideLiverpool

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Have a proper Christmas, the Hawksmoor way! 🥩🎄
This Christmas, Hawksmoor are keeping things simple - its the same dishes everyone already loves, with a few festive touches, including cows in blankets, Hawksmoor stuffing and Brussels with steak & bone marrow sausage.
From Monday–Saturday until 5pm you can indulge on their set menu, with favourites like 35-day dry-aged rump, roast hake, and sticky toffee sundae — two courses for £27 or three for £30. 
Festive sides and cocktails are available alongside the à la carte, Sunday roast and sharing menus. 🍸❄️
#Hawksmoor #LiverpoolFood #LiverpoolChristmas #WhatsOnLiverpool #ThingsToDoInLiverpool #TheGuideLiverpool

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