The Dock's floating cinema returns with a spooky Halloween line up

HAVING enjoyed a hugely positive response and sell out success with its summer launch at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Liverpool's 1st floating cinema will be returning to the Dock with a series of spooky screenings for Halloween, taking place from 24 October to 1 November 2019.  The Halloween Pop up Cinema, which is in association with Independent Liverpool, invites children and adults to enjoy their favourite scary films on a floating pontoon, with refreshments provided by a diverse selection of Dockside bars and restaurants.

2 to 3 film screenings will be shown per day at the cinema club, with more family friendly movies during the day such as Casper, Hocus Pocus and Beetlejuice. On Halloween itself on Thursday, 31 October 2019, children will also be encouraged to get into the spirit and dig out their spookiest costumes to wear whilst Hocus Pocus plays on the big screen, to be in with a chance of winning a special Albert Dock prize for the best dressed.

On Saturday, 26 October and Sunday, 27 October 2019, there will be 2 inclusive relaxed screenings from 10am to 1pm, showing Casper and Hocus Pocus. These screenings have been adapted to people with additional needs, with no trailers, less bright screens and played at a quieter volume.

During the evening showings, horror fanatics can enjoy a hair raising experience with a variety of terrifying films and cult classics. From Blair Witch Project and Psycho, to Nightmare on Elm Street and Paranormal Activity, guests will be in for a fright filled evening, with the atmospheric surroundings of the Dock adding to the unique and spine chilling experience. Heaters will be situated on the pontoon to minimise the Autumn chill with Albert Dock blankets also available, whether it's to snuggle under or hide behind. The cinematic experience will be complete with atmospheric festoon lighting and an over head canopy, along with the option of beanbags or deckchairs for a comfortable viewing.

Lord Michael Heseltine In Conversation With Shelagh Fogarty At St George's Hall

ST George’s Hall Charitable Trust is delighted to present Lord Michael Heseltine in conversation with Shelagh Fogarty, on Wednesday, 8 October 2019, as part of their 2019 series of talks. Lord Heseltine has a strong connection with Liverpool, having played a key role in its regeneration through the 1980's. Perhaps the greatest testament of all is that Heseltine, that is often dubbed:- "Minister of Merseyside" holds the distinction of being a Conservative MP who was awarded the Freedom of Liverpool by a Labour led Council, back in 2012.

Leading the conversation will be Liverpool born broadcaster, Shelagh Fogarty. In her 30 year career in news she has covered the social and political trends at home and abroad interviewing thousands of people. Michael Heseltine was 1 of her 1st big political interviews, as a young reporter, at BBC Radio Merseyside, when his creative and determined work for Liverpool sat awkwardly with huge opposition here to the Thatcher Government in which he was a senior player.

The 2 have come together many times in the years since, most recently on the issue of Brexit. Shelagh will delve into the pain and powerplay of those turbulent times on Merseyside 30 years ago and get Lord Heseltine’s thoughts on how a rupture with Europe might impact on us now.

The event forms part of a programme of events which has so far featured TV Historian Professor David Olusoga and award winning thought leadership author, Matthew Syed. Designed by the Trustees of St George’s Hall Charitable Trust, all proceeds from the events will go towards the restoration, conservation and development of St George’s Hall.  Expect to be both informed and entertained, as these 2 personalities meet once again.

This event will be held from 7pm, at St George’s Hall, within the Concert Room, (L11JJ) and will be priced at ₤22 a ticket, via calling:- 0844 800 0410.  For more information on St George’s Hall, visit:- StGeorgesLiverpool.Co.UK

Edge Hill University continues to rise the ranks in Good University Guide

EDGE Hill University has continued its rise up the rankings in this year's Good University Guide. The University has further improved its position in the top ½ of the table of 134 institutions in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020, rising to the institution's highest ever ranking. Ranked alongside:- University of Lancaster, University of Manchester and University of Liverpool in the top 4 Universities in the North West, Edge Hill has now also made the top 10 leading post 1992 Universities.

John Cater, Vice-Chancellor of Edge Hill University, said:- "To have achieved our highest ever ranking is welcome recognition of our focus on student experience and providing exceptional teaching. Equipping our students with the skills they'll need in the world of work is embedded in all our courses, ensuring our graduates are fully prepared to embark on successful careers."

The University has also risen through the ranks in the areas of research quality, UCAS entry points and student staff ratio, and now sits at 41 in the social inclusion rankings, particularly excelling in the number of students from state School backgrounds and 1st generation students, for which it is among the top 20.

The Good University Guide panel noted that:- "students from diverse backgrounds achieve consistently outstanding outcomes." The Guide provides the definitive rankings for UK Universities and the most comprehensive overview of higher education in Britain. It includes profiles on 134 Universities, making use of the latest data published in the past 2 months.