Liverpool, England — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- Northwest England, United Kingdom.
- Time Zone
- GMT (GMT + 1 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
- Electricity
- 240 volts AC, 50Hz. Square, three-pin plugs are standard.
Cost of Living
| 1.00 USD = 0.62 GBP |
| 1.00 EUR = 0.87 GBP |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
Chinese New Year
January-February
Liverpool's large Chinese community put on a spectacular parade and fireworks around the Chinese Arch on Nelson Street in Chinatown. Expect lots of enticing nibbles to eat too.
Chinatown
Africa Oye
June
Africa Oye is the UK's biggest African music festival and it takes place in Liverpool. The two-day event also features stalls selling arts and crafts, clothes and a beer tent.
Sefton Park
Website: www.africaoye.com
Liverpool Comedy Festival
July
Brings together established acts and newcomers for a two-week period.
Various venues (check website for details)
Website: www.liverpoolcomedyfestival.com
International Beatles Week Festival
August
The city celebrates its most famous musical sons with a special program of music from tribute bands, films and memorabilia sales.
Website: www.cavernclub.org
Liverpool Biennial
September-November
Diverse, exciting arts festival.
Locations and venues throughout the city
Website: www.biennial.com
