Arts, Culture & Music

As you would expect in the region that gave birth to the modern city, England’s Northwest has its own take on culture. It’s not a case of high brow or low brow, alternative or mainstream - in England’s Northwest all shades of the cultural spectrum coexist in inventive and eccentric ways.

We call it liveable culture - culture that’s ‘always on’. England’s Northwest is home to a diverse range of people and it’s that special mix of heritage and cultures that has organically evolved into a unique range of experiences.

In music, fashion, sport and art, people in the Northwest have a natural tendency to see how far they can push it - exploring the boundaries of what can be achieved. It’s this that drives the remarkable impact that the region has had on not just its own, but the nation’s culture.
The health of the Northwest’s cultural life can be seen from a quick glance through the region’s ‘what’s on’ list. From the 2009 Manchester International Festival to Lakes Alive in Cumbria, not to mention the myriad gigs, performances and events across the year; there is plenty to keep England’s Northwest buzzing all year long.

That’s what we mean by liveable culture. It’s always - and we mean always! - on. You will always find something happening (usually with a quirk...) in England’s Northwest.

Things To Do

Liverpool Capital of Culture 08

Chester Literature Festival

MTV Music Awards

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Visit the Nortwest Culture website for more ideas and inspiration