Britain’s beaches offer something for everyone, whether it’s the traditional bucket-and-spade seaside experience or somewhere to walk and admire the scenery.

From maritime origins to cultural capital, Liverpool is making its modern-day mark with an innovative variety of world-class museums, galleries

Liverpool has a glorious maritime history, world-beating musical heritage, two of the Premiership’s biggest football teams and much more besides. Here is our pick of the city’s sights and attractions.

Two cathedrals, three Graces and four Beatles, Liverpool has always been a key player on the world stage – and this Northwest gem continues to enchant and entertain

The Museum of Liverpool, the first of its kind for more than a century, will open its doors on Tuesday 19 July 2011.