Britain’s first coronation ceremony in 70 years takes place on Saturday (May 6) and people around the world will be celebrating the momentus occassion.
However, not everyone is a royal family fanatic and might want to avoid the event altogether. But, if you’re not planning on attending a street party or watching the blanket coverage on your telly, what else can you do this weekend to have fun?
We’ve got 11 ideas for alternative activities, including visiting wonderful art displays or treating yourself to a local pint in our beautiful city.
We’ve got 11 ideas for alternative activities, including visiting wonderful art displays or treating yourself to a local pint in our beautiful city.
5. Go for a bite to eat with friends
We all know Liverpool has an amazing range of restaurants, so instead of eating street party sandwiches, treat yourself to a meal out. The city is full of options from delicious pizza at Amalia to a special edition Texan BBQ burger at Honest Burgers. Yum! Photo: Honest Burgers
6. Host a games night
If you want to avoid the fanfare and the city centre altogether, invite your friends around for a fun filled day or night of games. Photo: Unsplash
7. Visit one of Liverpool’s amazing food halls
Liverpool is home to several brilliant food halls, including GPO, Baltic Market, Duke Street Market and Renshaw Street Market. They offer a range of cuisines and have been voted some of the best in the country. Photo: Local TV
8. Magical Merseybeat exhibition
Step back to the swinging sixties at the new exhibition in Liverpool Central Library. A world premiere of a ‘lost’ song by the late Merseybeat legend Gerry Marsden launched the fascinating new exhibition exploring how and why Liverpool rose to rule the pop world in 1963.