BEYOND Hospitality, the Official Hospitality Provider for UEFA EURO 2028, has opened sales across all nine tournament stadiums, giving fans the chance to secure ticket-inclusive packages well ahead of kick-off.

The tournament is set to be a huge summer for football, with 24 national teams playing 51 matches across Cardiff, Dublin, Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham and London. And for those hoping to make more of the occasion than simply securing a seat in the stands, there are plenty of ways to upgrade the matchday experience.

The packages combine official match tickets with extras ranging from food and drink to premium seating, private spaces and pre-match entertainment. At the top end, fans can book a private Skybox, complete with adjacent seating and dedicated service. There will also be premium restaurant-style lounges, as well as more relaxed shared spaces designed for groups of friends and supporters.

For those who want to soak up the atmosphere with fellow fans, the Supporters Club will offer a team-themed shared space, while the Club package promises a more informal and lively hospitality experience.

With packages spanning different styles and experiences, BEYOND Hospitality is expecting interest from fans looking to turn a big match into a special occasion – whether that’s following their national team, celebrating with friends or making a weekend of it in one of the host cities.

Demand could be particularly strong given the tournament is taking place on home soil for millions of UK and Irish football fans.

Jaime Byrom, Executive Chairman of BEYOND Hospitality, said: “UEFA EURO 2028 will be a major celebration of European football, bringing Europe’s best national teams and their supporters to four host nations and some of the most iconic football cities in the UK and Ireland.”

He added: “We are excited to welcome returning guests, new fans and those looking to experience this tournament on home soil.”

EURO 2028 will begin at the National Stadium of Wales in Cardiff on 9 June 2028, before travelling across the four host nations throughout the summer.

London will be at the centre of some of the biggest action, with Wembley Stadium hosting both semi-finals and the final.

Unlike some tickets and experiences that become more expensive as demand increases, the official hospitality packages will be sold at fixed prices, which could make planning a big EURO 2028 trip well in advance a little easier. Existing stadium box holders were given access to a pre-sale, but hospitality packages are now available to the wider public through BEYOND Hospitality.

So, whether you’re dreaming of watching your team from a private box or simply fancy adding a few extras to one of the biggest football occasions of 2028, the countdown has officially begun.

Founded in Liverpool in 2018, BlackFest was created to shine a light on Black and minority creatives and provide artists with opportunities to develop and showcase their work. Its annual combined-arts festival brings performances, exhibitions, workshops and conversations into both established cultural venues and community spaces. This year, BlackFest is also extending its reach beyond Liverpool, with events taking place in London, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham.

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BlackFest 2026 Programme

The programme begins with the BlackFest Festival Launch at Granby Market, Liverpool, on 5th September, 10am–3pm, featuring live performances and DJ Tahja. Independent Film follows at Upcycle LDN Hub in Brixton, London, on 21st September, 6pm–late, with Avidity by Dove Ross-Williams, February Light by Aninwa Buachie and Kwame Dawes, and Killer Collective by Daniel Hippolyte and Leon Lopez.

Liverpool’s Shakespeare North Playhouse then hosts three Theatre – New Works evenings. On 24th September, 7–10pm, the programme features MD Productions, Janoma, Loisha and Mariam Abood, with new writing and performances exploring race, gender, queerness, relationships and friendships.

On 25th September, 7–10pm, Daniel Hippolyte, Jason Johnston Lynch, Sarah Levine and John Cotham present short performances from Black writers and comedians. On 26th September, 7–10pm, Chase Johnston Lynch, Friends, Chelsey, Sarah Gaia Tree and Mariam Jama present experimental performance pieces exploring grief, relationships, dystopias and Black history.

On 25th September, 8–10pm, 1990s pop act Cleopatra perform at The Tung Auditorium in Liverpool, with stunning vocalist Hayli Kincade opening the show. KingFast performs at The Tung Auditorium on 30th September, 1–3pm, bringing his mix of looped guitar, soulful pop and live songwriting to the festival. The Belfast-born singer and guitarist is based in Liverpool. Also on 30th September, 6–9pm, BlackFest launches its Visual Arts programme at Granby Winter Garden in Liverpool, featuring Ayobami, Nina Edge, Faith Bebbington, Alena and Jazz Gittens.

Visual artist Ayobami leads a workshop at Granby Winter Garden on 7th October, 11am–2pm, exploring multidisciplinary approaches incorporating floral and abstract work, acrylic blends and expressive ink hatching. Yammmree + DJ Nay Maxwell takes over Liverpool’s Palm House on 11th October, 1–4pm, for a family-friendly afternoon of stalls, arts and crafts.

Later that day, Awakened ft. Kelechi Okafor runs at the Palm House from 6pm until late, bringing together writing, performance, culture and conversation. On 14th October, 11am–2pm, Alena Kudera hosts a Visual Arts Workshop at Granby Winter Garden examining textile sustainability, identity and the stories carried by everyday materials.

BlackFest travels to Manchester for Proclamation: Spoken Word Poetry, at Contact Theatre in October, 7–10pm, featuring Liverpool Citizen of Honour poet Levi Tafari alongside Aichai, Mariam, Loisha, Sarah Levine, Mariam Abood, Clif, Clio, Alexis and Malcolm.

Artist, designer, maker, grower, writer, speaker and teacher Nina Edge leads another Visual Arts Workshop at Granby Winter Garden on 21th October, 11am–2pm. The festival heads south-west for Bristol Rhythms Night at Jam Jar, Bristol, on 28th October, 5.30pm–late. Billed as “From Liverpool to Bristol with Love”, the line-up features Bluboy, Mina, Rafaela, Moyah, Remee, KingFast and Malik Al Nasir.

Finally, BlackFest 2026 Ultimate Black Arts Celebration takes place at Centrala in Digbeth, Birmingham, on 30th October, 6–11pm, bringing fashion, music and poetry together with Tayameaca Hughes and Ayan Aden.

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An exciting highlight is Cleopatra at Tung Auditorium on 25th September! Comprised of sisters Cleopatra, Zainam, and Yonah Higgins, Cleopatra burst onto the music scene in the late 1990s as trailblazers in the British pop industry. Hailing from Manchester, the talented siblings quickly captivated audiences with their infectious energy, soulful harmonies, and dynamic performances, earning them a special place in music history as the first black British girl group to achieve mainstream success.

In 1998, Cleopatra entered the music scene with their debut single, “Cleopatra’s Theme.” The song, characterised by its catchy hooks and infectious beats, became an instant hit, catapulting the group into the spotlight and garnering widespread acclaim. “Cleopatra’s Theme” soared up the charts, reaching the top 5 in the UK Singles Chart and earning the trio a coveted BRIT Award nomination for Best British Newcomer.

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Among the highlights will be Awakened featuring Kelechi Okafor, taking place at Liverpool’s Palm House on 11th October from 6pm until late. The British-Nigerian writer, actor, podcaster and political commentator has been a prominent voice in the public conversation surrounding Jason Arday. The BlackFest event will bring literature, culture and conversation together, giving audiences an opportunity to engage with some of the wider questions raised by his story.

Okafor’s appearance reflects the broader ethos behind this year’s programme: using art not simply as entertainment but as a starting point for difficult and necessary conversations about race, representation, belonging and power. The evening will be opened by stunning vocalist Hayli Kincade, with a choir chaired by Dr Rebecca Loy.

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At a time when its organisers believe anti-racist cultural work has become increasingly urgent, the festival aims not only to celebrate Black creativity but to create conversations between artists, communities and cultural institutions and challenge a status quo that can leave marginalised communities under-represented.

Creative Director Jubeda Khatun says: “The rise in racism — particularly the hostility increasingly visible and amplified through social media — makes it more important than ever to create spaces in which Black and minority artists can be seen, heard and supported. For BlackFest, that means arts and culture can be both a celebration and a means of confronting prejudice.”

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Jubeda Khatun says: “While BlackFest has grown since its launch eight years ago, our underlying purpose remains consistent: addressing a crucial gap in the cultural life of Liverpool and beyond. Our approach deliberately crosses boundaries between major venues and grassroots spaces. A theatre, concert hall or established arts organisation can sit within the same programme as a market, community garden or independent creative space.”

She continues: “That model is intended to do more than provide a stage. BlackFest seeks to develop artists, build relationships between cultural institutions and communities and encourage active conversations and collaborations capable of challenging established ways of working. Expanding into London, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham in 2026 takes that ambition beyond Liverpool while retaining the community-led principles on which the festival was founded.”

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Against a backdrop of heightened concern about racism both online and offline, this year’s celebration marking 100 years of Black History Month makes the festival’s message particularly pointed: Black creativity should not merely be accommodated within Britain’s cultural landscape, but valued, protected, invested in and heard.

BlackFest 2026 / Various Venues / 5th September — 30th October

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The ADHD Event has been curated by award winning coach, speaker, author, podcast host, presenter and time and energy management expert Alice Dartnell. Having gone through her own journey with ADHD, she now helps business owners manage time, energy and play to their strengths and has also worked with big organisations such as the NHS, Indeed and London Fashion Academy.

The event is aimed at ADHD Business owners and entrepreneurs who want to unlock their superpower of ADHD — to stop fighting their brain and work with it! The event promises an enlightening day of expert talks, workshops and activities that will help attendees run their businesses more effectively — whilst offering networking with other business owners.

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Talks & Workshops

• Dopamine Your Business With Alice Dartnell: Discover how to harness dopamine, hyperfocus and the way your brain works to do business differently
• Your Weird Is Your Winning Edge With Holly Matthews: Drawing on 30 years in entertainment, psychology and business, Holly will show you how being different will make you memorable
• Caffeine, Crashes & Chaos With Nikola Howard: Discover how blood sugar and nutrition impact focus, decision making and emotional regulation in an ADHD brain
• You’re Not Shit With Money, You Have ADHD With Maddy Alexander-Grout: Maddy will unpack how money and ADHD affect each other so much, and how to make money work better with your brain
• Sleep Is Your ADHD Superpower With Leanne Naylor: Discover how sleep impacts your focus, creativity, energy and performance
• What If ADHD Isn’t Just A Wiring Issue With May Cheung: Explore ADHD through the lens of Eastern medicine
• The ADHD Art Of Getting In Your Own Way With Claire Tavernor: Claire will unpack what’s happening underneath the self sabotage behaviours
• How To Rebuild Self-Trust With Caroline Neild: Caroline explores the missing piece — self-trust and how years of masking, adapting and trying to fit in can chip away at it

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Entertainment & Activities

• Welcome drinks and lunch
• Live Music from Kim Antrobus
• Award Winning One Woman Comedy Show from Jess Nicks
• Exhibitors and stalls
• Make Your Own Sensory Stones
• Polaroid Wall
• ADHD Best-Selling Book Signing with Maddy Alexander-Grout
• ADHD Awards launch

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Anyone with ADHD traits is welcome to attend, whether officially diagnosed or not. Symptoms of ADHD involve your ability to pay attention to things (being inattentive), having high energy levels (being hyperactive) and your ability to control your impulses (being impulsive). You may show signs of being inattentive, such as being easily distracted or forgetful, finding it hard to organise your time, finding it hard to follow instructions or finish tasks and losing things often, like your wallet, mobile or keys.

You may make quick decisions without thinking about what might happen as a result, you may have a lot of energy or feel restless and you may be very talkative or interrupting in conversations. There have been many high profile people who have ran successful businesses with ADHD, such as Richard Branson, Bill Gates and Jamie Oliver — the key is knowing how to play to your strengths and make it work for you.

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Organiser Alice Dartnell said: “This new, first of its kind event is for business owners who want transformation. Whereas most ADHD content focuses on symptoms, struggles, diagnosis and coping, this event is about understanding, acceptance, harnessing and thriving. It’s about empowerment and giving people the tools to unlock their superpowers. It’s going to be a really high octane and high energy event having a load of ADHD people in a room together will be magic.”

Alice knows first hand the challenges of running a life and business with ADHD. Her diagnosis explained a lot — the people pleasing, the addictive personality, the overthinking, the brain that never shutting up, her problem with booze in her 20s and into her 30s, the sleep issues, the all-or-nothing cycles, the hyper focus, not recalling why she walked into a room, her school reports. This revelation led her to completely re-assess and restructure her way of working.

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She explains: “For most of your life you thought you were lazy, scatty, flaky, disorganised or couldn’t get your sh*t together. Then came the ADHD diagnosis or at least a suspicion of it and you get an ‘OMG it all makes sense now’ moment. But understanding you have or might have ADHD is only the beginning. How do you harness that creativity, the millions of ideas, hyperfocus and squirrel brain that comes with it?”

She continues: “Speaking to others and consuming content from fellow ADHDers and experts has been an important part of that journey and that is why I wanted to create this event! Because I couldn’t find anything quite like it. So I built it. The ADHD Event for ADHDers by ADHDers. A place to understand your brain, learn from experts, connect with people who genuinely get it, and discover how to stop fighting your ADHD and start thriving with it.”

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The ADHD Event is taking place at Engine Rooms in Warrington on Friday 20th November from 10am until 6.30pm. The event will feature networking with like-minded people, talks, workshops, interactive games, comedy and tools to take away that will help business owners make ADHD work for them and their business.

The ADHD Event / Engine Rooms, Warrington, WA3 6YN / 10am — 6.30pm

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City of Dreams Mediterranean offers luxury winter golf breaks, with championship golf at Limassol Greens on its doorstep

The 500-room, Vegas-style resort offers golfers a next level luxury with premium dining, spa, health and fitness, tennis academy, padel and grand casino onsite.

For golfers seeking an escape from the UK’s winter weather, Cyprus is emerging as one of Europe’s most exciting alternatives to destinations such as Spain and Portugal, thanks to its combination of a year-round sunshine, excellent range of championship courses, Mediterranean scenery and luxury hospitality.

City of Dreams Mediterranean in Limassol is at the heart of the growing golf scene on the island, where guests can combine a luxurious five-star resort stay with world-class golf at Limassol Greens, the recently opened 18-hole Championship Golf Course located next to the resort.

With Cyprus enjoying mild winters and abundant sunshine with an average of around six hours of bright sunshine a day even in December and January and between 300 – 340 days of sun a year, it offers Brits the opportunity to continue playing outdoors through the winter months avoiding the shorter days and unpredictable playing conditions at home in the UK.

A new chapter for Cyprus golf

Cyprus already has an established golf scene, including renowned courses such as Aphrodite Hills, Minthis, Secret Valley and Eléa, courses which City of Dreams also has established partnerships with, but the arrival of Limassol Greens has added another dimension for golfers visiting the island. 

For visitors to City of Dreams Mediterranean, Limassol Greens is the standout addition. Designed by renowned golf course architect Cabell B. Robinson, the par-71 Championship Course measures approximately 6.3 kilometres and combines strategic play with the natural beauty of the Mediterranean landscape. With flowing fairways, strategically positioned bunkers and immaculate greens there is a challenging and entertaining experience for golfers of all abilities.

Limassol Greens sits next door to City of Dreams Mediterranean, meaning guests can travel from their five-star accommodation to the first tee within a matter of minutes, with the resort offering complimentary return transfers to the course as part of its Ultimate Golf Experience.

In addition to the 18-hole experience, the 30-bay Driving Range, including 15 bays equipped with Trackman technology, provides a dedicated space to practise, analyse and improve performance. While golf lessons offer new or established players the opportunity to develop their technique with professional guidance.

Relaxing after a round

After a morning on the fairways, golfers can return to City of Dreams for a rejuvenating treatment at Renu Spa, relax around the extensive pool complex or enjoy the resort’s premium dining and entertainment experiences. 

Those looking to stay active after their round can choose from tennis, padel and the Adventure Park. And for those who want to continue the play into the evening, there’s also the Grand Casino, one of Europe’s largest, offering a full range of gaming tables, slot machines and live entertainment.

The result is a golf break that feels much more like a luxury, Vegas-style escape in the heart of the Mediterranean, than a traditional golf trip.

The Ultimate Golf Experience at City of Dreams Mediterranean

Guests staying at City of Dreams Mediterranean can book the resort’s Ultimate Golf Experience, combining a luxury stay with access to Limassol Greens. The championship course is located immediately next to the resort and complimentary round-trip transfers are included when golf is booked through the resort.

For more information: https://www.cityofdreamsmed.com.cy/en/experiences/ultimate-golf-experience

Emma Stenning, CBSO Chief Executive, commented: “Our New Street performance was one of 20 free pop-up concerts the CBSO is performing in public spaces around Birmingham this Bank Holiday weekend. The CBSO team and players decided to change the programme to pay tribute to the music of Dolly Parton. The news of her passing this week was so very sad, but the legacy of her music will live on, and the audience at New Street today really enjoyed the addition to today’s set.”

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There can surely be few more fitting places for a poetry festival than Port Sunlight. With its tree-lined roads, historic architecture, sweeping lawns and intriguing corners, the iconic village has a distinctly poetic quality of its own. This October, those surroundings will once again provide the backdrop for Wirral Poetry Festival — a celebration of poetry, creativity and the pleasure of sharing words with others.

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The 2026 festival continues Wirral Poetry Festival’s mission of promoting poetry on the Wirral and beyond, bringing people together through readings, performances, workshops and opportunities to discover new voices. Whether you’re a lifelong poetry enthusiast, an occasional reader, an aspiring writer or someone who simply fancies experiencing something different, the festival is a must.

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The festival combines established and emerging poetic voices with community participation, offering everything from readings and book launches to poetry walks, workshops, children’s activities, open-mic opportunities and the energy of a live poetry slam. At its heart is Poetry on the Green, bringing performances by local poets into the open air beside the Lady Lever Art Gallery.

This year’s extravaganza once again features many free events to attend and enjoy. In addition to this, some big hitting ticketed events are taking place including — a Performing Poetry Workshop, Slam Night, Leigh Lawson Poetry Night, An Audience With Jennifer Lee Tsai and Cathy Galvin, An Audience With Zoe Brooks, Caroline Smith and Barry Woods and An Audience With Sarah James.

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On Saturday 3rd October at 5.30pm, acclaimed actor Leigh Lawson will share stories and poems from his collection Now and Then at Saturday 3 October, 5.30pm at Port Sunlight Church Hall (tickets just £6). Meanwhile, Cathy Galvin (Ethnology: A Love Song for Connemara) and Jennnifer Lee Tsai (Melete) will read from their debut Bloodaxe Books collections at the same venue on Sunday 4th October at 7.30pm.

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Slam Night is always an incredible showcase of some of the region’s finest wordsmiths. Port Slam Night takes place on Saturday 3rd October at 7.30pm, again at Port Sunlight Church Hall. Tickets are just £6 and poets compete for the £100 prize! It’s an opportunity to witness some fantastic and diverse poetry and if you would like to take part please apply to enter on the Wirral Poetry Festival website.

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Young voices are also taking their place in the festival story. In 2026, Wirral Poetry Festival launched its first Youth Poetry Competition for young people aged 11 to 18 who live or attend school within the Liverpool City Region. Supported by the Christopher Salmon Foundation and held in memory of talented young Wirral poet Christopher Salmon, the competition invited entrants to write on the theme of “Home”.

Entries arrived from every borough of the Liverpool City Region, demonstrating both the appetite for creative writing among young people and poetry’s extraordinary ability to turn a simple word into something intensely personal. Eleven-year-old Amjad Sharif, a pupil at Oldershaw School in Wallasey, was named the competition winner, with Kai Lloyd Jones, aged 12, and Adriana Brandao, aged 17, selected as runners-up. Their prizes are due to be presented at a special celebration during Wirral Poetry Festival in Port Sunlight on the Saturday.

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Wirral Poetry Festival’s Alison Schultz said: “Living in such a digital age, there’s never been a more important time to celebrate poetry and literacy, and there’s no better setting than Port Sunlight. We’re really excited for this year’s festival and as ever, there will be so much going on and something for everyone. Whether you’re a poetry enthusiast or just fancy something different, we look forward to welcoming you.”

Kemal Houghton added: “Poetry can be quiet and reflective or funny, challenging and exhilarating. It can live on the printed page or come alive when performed in front of an audience. Bringing those different forms into Port Sunlight allows visitors to experience a historic village not simply as somewhere to look back at the past, but as somewhere contemporary culture is being made.”

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For local writers, the festival offers opportunities to connect with a wider creative community. For visitors, it offers the chance to encounter poetry away from the classroom or bookshelf. And for Port Sunlight itself, the festival adds another layer to a place already associated with art, architecture and ambitious ideas about how surroundings can enrich people’s lives.

Wirral Poetry Festival 2026 / 3rd & 4th October 2026, 10.30am-7.30pm / Port Sunlight Village, Various Venues

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Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, NG1 5AF
Saturday 19^th September | 2pm
https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/on-your-bike-baffo/

This joyful family show combines clowning, slapstick, live music and audience play in an interactive adventure celebrating laughter, imagination and the joy of trying again. It’s coming to Nottingham on Saturday 19^th September. 

OH! Productions are excited to be bringing their brand-new show to Nottingham this autumn with On Your Bike Baffo!, a joyful new family show for ages 3–8. Packed with comic mishaps, playful surprises and plenty of audience involvement, the show follows one clown who tries to reach the finish line, but can’t help getting joyfully distracted by everything he discovers along the way.

Their previous show Signor Baffo toured the UK and internationally, won the Best Kids and Family Award, Adelaide Fringe 2025 and was shortlisted for the Family Friendly Award at Brighton Fringe earlier this year. This new endeavour looks set to be even bigger, bolder and brighter. 

Dressed head-to-toe in cycling gear and full of boundless optimism, the hapless, innocent Baffo arrives determined to get on his bike and complete one very important challenge. The only problem? He doesn’t seem entirely sure what he’s doing or where his bike is…. 

As mysterious objects emerge from a box marked with nothing more than a picture of a bicycle, every discovery leads to fresh comic chaos. With the help of live music, plenty of audience participation and an ever-growing collection of increasingly ridiculous props, 

Baffo painstakingly transforms the box and all the bits into a bicycle of his own invention, before discovering, with the help of the crowd, that the answer has been right in front of him all along.

On bringing the show to Nottingham, creator Oliver Harrison  said: “There’s a lovely fittingness to bringing a bike show to a city that was once home to the Raleigh Bicycle Factory, cycling is practically in Nottingham’s bones. It feels like a city that gets both bikes and bit of joyful silliness!”

At the centre of the production is the dynamic relationship between performer and audience and On Your Bike Baffo! was developed alongside the very audience it was created for. From the earliest stages of devising, creator Oliver Harrison took the character of Baffo into primary schools, where children became collaborators in shaping the show. Their ideas, reactions and instinctive sense of humour helped inform everything from comic set pieces to the storyline, creating a production that leaves space for spontaneity and genuine play at every performance. Every tumble, wrong turn and comic mishap becomes an invitation for audiences to cheer Baffo on, captivated by his earnest determination to keep trying and his unwavering belief that this time, it will work.

Harrison says:  “Laughter and joy is a currency that is incredibly valuable. Every audience is different, and Baffo is always listening. The children aren’t simply watching the show; they’re helping to create it.”

Inspired by Harrison’s own love of cycling, and memories of teaching his daughters to ride a bike, On Your Bike Baffo! draws on a childhood experience familiar to so many families. While Baffo’s journey is filled with spectacular mishaps, his unwavering optimism, determination and eagerness to please remind audiences that sometimes getting things wrong can be every bit as joyful as getting them right.

The live music, performed and composed by Tom Penn, effectively becomes another performer in the show. Tom responds to Baffo’s action, using instruments to help drive the comedy, creating a dialogue between the two and reinforcing the feeling that everyone is in this together. 

Suitable for children aged 3-8 and their families, On Your Bike Baffo! is a celebration of imagination, perseverance and collective joy.

Watch the trailer for On Your Bike Baffo! Here

Cast and Creatives
Creator – Oliver Harrison

Oliver Harrison founded Oh! Productions in 2010. The company specialises in children’s theatre and has toured internationally. Oliver trained at Italia Conti and developed his comic craft with Philippe Gaulier, Spymonkey, Dr Brown and Mick Barnfather. In the street-theatre world he spent many years working with the Bureau of Silly Ideas, devising The Sweet Smell of Success and performing in sideshows such as Shirt’or’Squirt and the campaign to get Pie-throwing back into the Olympics.  Previous OH! Productions include Signor Baffo and Flat Pack.

Musician -Tom Penn  

Tom Penn is a Gaulier-trained actor, clown, musician and theatre-maker. A multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, he performs classical, folk and jazz on violin, viola, piano and double bass  As a composer, Tom scored the BAFTA-winning BBC comedy short Quiet Life, two of his songs are featured in the multi-award-winning feature film Two Big Feet. he scored Sam Nicoresti’s comedy special Woke Flake as well as Santi and Naz, which ran at the Soho Theatre in 2025 and won a Charlie Harthill award.

Performer – Drew Cripps

Dru Cripps is a two-time British Comedy Guide award winner and a Malcolm Hardee Award Winner with West End runs and Dave, ITV and BBC credit. His solo show ‘Juicy Bits’ sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2025, earning a slew of 5-star reviews and a run at Soho Theatre. He mixes improvisation, clown and musical comedy in ways that he refers to as “showing up and seeing what happens”.

Listings Information
Venue: Nottingham Playhouse, Wellington Circus, NG1 5AF
Date/Time: Saturday 19^th September | 2pm
Ticket Link: https://nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk/events/on-your-bike-baffo/

Full Tour Dates

September 2026

12th – Lyric Hammersmith, LONDON

13th – Kingston Parish Hall, LEWES

19th – Nottingham Playhouse, NOTTINGHAM

20th – BEAM, HERTFORD

26th – Guildhall Arts Centre, GRANTHAM

27th – Wardrobe Theatre – BRISTOL

October 2026
3rd – The Spring, HAVANT

4th – Jackson’s Lane, LONDON
10th – Skipton Town Hall, SKIPTON

17th – Front Room Theatre, WESTON-SUPER-MARE

18th – The Glowyr, AMMANFORD

20th – Curve Theatre, LEICESTER
23rd – OSO Arts Centre, BARNES

25th – Darwen Library Theatre, LANCASHIRE

26th – The Victoria Wood Theatre, WINDERMERE

28th – CAST, DONCASTER

30th – Queens Theatre, HORNCHURCH

November 2026

1st – Redbridge Drama Centre, REDBRIDGE

7th – Library Presents, Rural Touring

8th – The Alex, FAVERSHAM

14th – The Albany Theatre, COVENTRY

15th – The Old Market, BRIGHTON

Building on the success of the show in 2025, Home, Life & You LIVE recognises that a beautiful home is only part of the picture. The way we live, the habits we build and how we feel all play an important role in creating a life we love. Through its three pillars – Home. Life. You. – the event explores the connection between our homes, our everyday routines and our wellbeing, helping visitors create a home and lifestyle that truly works for them.

Whether looking to refresh a home, simplify everyday routines, improve wellbeing or discover products that genuinely make life easier, visitors will find expert advice, interactive experiences and  solutions designed to create lasting positive change.

The show takes visitors on a journey through three key stages where inspiring conversations and panels will be taking place.  “Home” will focus on how to love your home, exploring interiors, organisation, cleaning, storage, decluttering and home optimisation,  “Life”, will explore how to love how you live, focusing on everyday routines, productivity, family life, style, wellbeing and creating a simpler, more manageable lifestyle; and “You”, brings it back to us, learning to love who you are, celebrating personal growth, mindset, confidence and self-development through inspiring conversations with leading experts.

Friend of the show, Marie Kondo, will be delivering the first talk about her new project, ‘The Art of Tokimeki’, which can help you discover what matters most, recognise what truly sparks joy and make small changes that bring your home and your life into greater alignment.  Following her popular appearance at last year’s Home, Life & You LIVE, Marie and the KonMari team return with a conversation about Tokimeki, and living a life that feels meaningful, joyful and true to who we are.  They will also be running their KonMari course adjacent to the show for future KonMari consultants. 

Key speakers this year include: The Declutter Hub, Kate Hall (The Full Freezer Method), Mums That Rave and GLOMAMA Award Winners – spread across the three stages for the weekend.  Lou Featherstone AKA Lu in Luland will be bringing her eclectic and vibrant campervan to the show, encouraging us all to express ourselves and live our best lives – no matter what our age.

Alongside the speaker programme, visitors will be able to discover and explore more than 100 brands showcasing the very best in home, lifestyle and wellbeing. Exhibitors will span everything from home organisation, storage and cleaning to interiors, laundry care, sustainable living, personal wellbeing and everyday essentials, with opportunities to shop the latest innovations, experience live demonstrations and receive expert advice throughout the weekend.

Brands include household favourites, MyHenry, Minky, Neutradol, Cristalinas, Eco360 Hygiene Products, alongside many exciting new businesses across interiors, beauty and lifestyle – giving a platform to independent brands to the influx of visitors across the weekend. 

Penny Moyses, Founder of Home, Life & You LIVE said:  “I think we’ve spent years chasing the idea of the perfect home, when what most of us really want is a home that works for us.  A home that supports the way we live, helps us navigate busy lives and gives us the space to be our best selves.  In a world where so many people feel stretched, overwhelmed and constantly juggling competing priorities, that’s never felt more important.  That’s exactly why we’ve brought together this community, these conversations and these brands”.

Home, Life & You LIVE promises a weekend packed with inspiration, practical advice and expert guidance, bringing together a community of people who believe that loving your home, loving how you live and loving who you are, is all intrinsically linked and important for a life well lived. 

Price – £20.00 for weekend admission.

Tickets are available now from www.homelifeandyou.com.

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Over 60 authors selling books

Liverpool Book Festival has again rotated authors to ensure that it’s fresh each time. Joining us on Sunday 15th November are some familiar faces such as comic book legends Tim Quinn and Kev Sutherland, SAS national hero Rusty Firmin and celebrity chef Dave Critchley. The festival will also welcome back comedy great Stan Boardman, viral podcaster Shaun Attwood, famous poet Joseph Roberts and bestselling authors Jane Costello and Caroline Corcoran.

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Artisan Stalls & Street Food

Liverpool Book Festival has curated a fascinating mix of artisan traders — with a few existing ones and some festival first timers. Guests can browse a range of artsy and bookish products ideal for Christmas gifts courtesy of some of the region’s wonderful bakers, makers and creators. There’ll even be live portraits available. Meanwhile, the BoxPark street food vendors will be offering mouthwatering delights!

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Fascinating Talks Throughout The Day

Liverpool Book Festival will feature some fascinating talks in the Beat Box conference room throughout the day, with something for everyone. The day’s talks include….

• Book launch and poetry with Ged Thompson
• Book launch and poetry with Joseph Roberts
• A conversation with Jane Costello and Caroline Corcoran
• Hard Time with podcaster and activist Shaun Attwood
• First Contact with The Matses Tribe with Lewis Powell
• Q&A with celebrity chef Dave Critchley
• Q&A with Alison Schultz about new book and living with MS
• Q&A with ‘Lightning Man’ Campbell Gillespie
• Q&A with Jude Lennon and Maggie Foggarty
• Panel discussion with Maddison House Press

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Live Music

Liverpool Book Festival also rotates the music line up to ensure it’s a different experience each time. The line up for the Christmas special features gorgeous acoustic music from Daisy Gill (BBC Radio 6 Music, The Voice UK) and Neil Campbell (BBC Radio 6 Music, BBC Radio Merseyside). Meanwhile, there’ll be a performance and album launch from local legend Jimmy Coburn and cool disco grooves from DJ Esteban. Once again, Liverpool Book Festival will be bringing all the good vibes!

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Tickets Just £12 (Under 18s Go Free)

Tickets for Liverpool Book Festival Christmas Special at BoxPark on Sunday 15th November are just £12, with under 18s going free. The festival, that came 3rd for Event Of The Year at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards and has been featured by BBC News, continues to go from strength to strength — with a revolving line up and a new experience each time.

Liverpool Book Festival Christmas Special / Sunday 15th November 2026, 11am-5pm / BoxPark, Cains Brewery Village, Liverpool, L8 5XJ

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