Liverpool is celebrating 800 years of maritime heritage as its third themed year in the run-up to being Capital of Culture 2008. Events include exhibitions, public performances, the 25th annual Mersey River Festival, June 10-13, the International Festival of the Sea, June 30-July 3, and the Clipper Round the World Race, starting on September 18.
Tel: 0151 478 4080 www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk