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Newly crowned as European Capital of Culture 2008, Liverpool is the only place to be this year. A must-see destination, this characterful cultural centre is overflowing with history and legendary creative clout. Heck, one glance at public spectacles like Richard Wilson's Turning Over the House and Antony Gormley's Another Place tell you what’s obvious to every Liverpudlian, bar none: this city's a proper work of art.

As one of the official partners of the Capital of Culture 2008, Virgin Trains are proud to be providing transport to and from the city throughout the festivities. Why not book your ticket early to get the best possible fare on one of our Pendolino trains - emitting 76% less CO₂ than cars or domestic flights.

In a city surrounded by the rich farmland of Lancashire and Cheshire, the best in local produce can be found at the farmers’ markets. On the last Saturday of each month (9am to 2.30pm), the quirky LARK LANE in the south of the city, close to Sefton Park, is home to a farmers’ market where local farmers sell the best in smoked meats and fish, and free range duck and goose.