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Jon S

Jon contributes research and editorial work to L1Local, with a focus on practical information and stories affecting people across Liverpool and Merseyside.

His work includes checking primary sources, pulling together useful details and helping explain changes involving transport, public services, developments, events and other parts of everyday life in the city.

The aim is straightforward: give readers the important information quickly, explain what has changed and point to original sources where useful.

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Articles by Jon S

17 articles

Ropewalks

Cheap Liverpool Gigs in September 2026

Cheap Liverpool gigs in September 2026, with advance tickets under £20 at The Jacaranda, Camp and Furnace, the Cavern Club, Hobo Kiosk, District and Arts Club.

30 Aug 2026 · 7 min read

Waterfront

Can You Swim in the River Mersey?

Can you swim in the River Mersey? What the byelaws say, the tidal and water-quality risks, the Across Mersey Swim, and safer places to swim near Liverpool.

27 Aug 2026 · 9 min read

Georgian Quarter

Quiet Date Ideas in Liverpool

Plan a quieter Liverpool date around galleries, cafés, gardens and waterfront walks, with public meeting points, nearby backups and current venue links.

30 Jun 2026 · 4 min read

Waterfront

Liverpool Walks with a Drink at the End

Four simple Liverpool routes for a late-afternoon walk and drink, covering the waterfront, Sefton Park, Hope Street and Otterspool in plain terms.

20 Mar 2026 · 4 min read

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