YOUR CHRISTMAS BUCKET LIST
THE BEST THINGS TO DO, EAT AND SEE TO GET INTO THE FESTIVE SPIRIT
1 Go and See Jack and The Beanstalk
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned Christmas Panto to get into the festive mood, with Jack and The Beanstalk running at M&S Bank Arena from 1827th December. Starring Dancing On Ice winner, Jake Quickenden, this Panto classic features a superb cast, live band, amazing special effects and lots of laughs that the whole family will enjoy. Seating capacity has been reduced and social distancing measures are in place so you can enjoy the spectacular performance in a safe environment.
2 Marvel at the Christmas Lights at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
There’s nothing like a good old-fashioned Christmas Panto to get into the festive mood, with Jack and The Beanstalk running at M&S Bank Arena from 18-27th December. Starring Dancing On Ice winner, Jake Quickenden, this Panto classic features a superb cast, live band, amazing special effects and lots of laughs that the whole family will enjoy. Seating capacity has been reducaed and social distancing measures are in place so you can enjoy the spectacular performance in a safe environment.
3 Christmas Shopping at Liverpool’s Best Independents
With now more important than ever to shop locally and support independents, Liverpool is the perfect place for hunting down that unique gift that can’t be found anywhere else. For the best retro vintage clothes head to Resurrection on Bold Street, home to many great independents, which offers well known streetwear and footwear for both men and women. For beautiful illustrations and quirky gifts, The Nest at Royal Albert Dock has it all. Stocking the talented work of local artists and makers, The Nest is a haven of unique gifts including artwork, jewellery and even a specially curated Liverpool Christmas hamper. Everyone loves a houseplant, and Root House Plants has the best selection in town, situated in the Bluecoat and offering over 140 varieties of exotic plants, all shapes and sizes.
4 Indulge in the Finest Festive Food
With so many great restaurants to choose from spanning cuisines from all over the world, it’s no surprise there’s plenty of amazing festive dishes to sample in Liverpool. For a truly indulgent sweet treat, head to Baltic Market which offers a selection of the best food and drink traders along with an eclectic atmosphere, and pick up one of Midnight Delivery’s Kinder Surprise Bubble Waffles, we promise you won’t be disappointed. If a savoury dish is more to your taste, head to MiddleEastern inspired favourite, Maray, to pig out on their succulent pigs in blankets and sample their crispy twist on the traditional sprout, which is sure to convert any non-lover of sprouts!
5 Visit Santa Claus at Otterspool Adventure
A Christmas bucket list wouldn’t be complete without meeting the big guy himself, and this year Otterspool Adventure has been transformed into a Magical Family Christmas Experience so you can do just that, and much more. Offering the perfect day out for families, this Christmas experience is complete with story time and gingerbread decorating with Mrs Claus, a hilarious Aladdin pantomime, build your own bear to take home, and even an ice rink to complete the magical experience.