IN BRIEF
200 HUNDRED TREES TO BE PLANTED THANKS TO AIR SHOW PATRONS
GINO D ’ ACAMPO LAUNCHES NEW SECRET GARDEN AT INNSIDE LIVERPOOL
Two hundred and sixteen saplings will be planted throughout the borough after a campaign by Sefton Council ’ s Tourism team , which encouraged visitors to the hugely popular air show to help offset any carbon emissions the event may create .
Earlier this year Sefton Council confirmed it is on track to be net zero carbon by 2030 , noting a 13 % reduction in total emissions from the baseline , rising to 28 % once projects started this year are complete . The 2030 target , which was set out in Sefton Council ’ s Climate Emergency declaration in 2019 , is ambitious but critical to preventing further damage to the climate . All Council decision making reports now have to consider climate implications and training has been developed for all staff to ensure that all areas of the Council are on board with this ambitious but necessary work .
A spokesperson for Sefton Council said : “ Reducing our carbon footprint and helping our borough combat the climate emergency is a common goal across the authority . While events like the Southport Air Show are vital for our tourism sector , we appreciate more needs to be done to offset any potential carbon emissions . That is why we encouraged as many people as possible to donate £ 1 to ensure a sapling is planted in their honour . Future generations will greatly benefit from the power of these fantastic trees – even a young woodland can lock up over 400 tonnes of carbon per hectare , helping to reduce pollution and combat with climate change . Reducing our carbon footprint is at the forefront of all our event planning and going forward we will be offering this voluntary planting scheme at future events , including the upcoming Southport Musical Fireworks Championship between September 23rd and September 25th .”
Sefton Council ’ s Tourism team also helped place a huge smile on the faces of hundreds of foster care families , with 220 free tickets being donated to Sefton foster carers and children for them to enjoy the two day event .
The 2022 Southport Air Show weekend was also a huge success for the young Southport 281 Squadron Royal Air Force Air Cadets , who raised £ 627 from the sale of event programmes that will now go towards funding future activities and events .
Gino D ’ Acampo has launched an incredible new secret garden at the home of his popular Old Hall Street restaurant and 360 Sky Bar at INNSiDE by Meliá , Liverpool .
The Secret Garden , concealed within the heart of INNSiDE Liverpool , sees a £ 300k investment in the hotel , transforming over 400 sqm of a never-before-seen outdoor area into a beautiful open-air oasis .
The launch comes one year to follow the opening of the leading Italian chef ’ s impressive 200-cover Old Hall Street restaurant and 360-degree Sky Bar , with the 170-cover garden , bursting with plants sourced from Italy , promising to raise the bar for alfresco socials in the city . Guests can expect a vast central 25 metre island bar with high seating for 30 and serving an extensive selection of premium Italian and international wines , cocktails , spirits , and beers ; with an open lounge complete with relaxed designer lounge furniture inviting guests to soak up the sun in style and sophistication .
Catering for those looking for a light bite will be Gino ’ s open outdoor kitchen providing an everchanging incredible cicchetti menu , small Italian plates ideal for sharing . The Secret Garden ’ s resident DJs further complete the lifestyle experience playing beats inspired by the best Mediterranean destinations .
Speaking on the launch , Gino D ’ Acampo said : “ I ’ m super excited to announce the launch of my new Secret Garden at INNSiDE Liverpool . Alfresco drinking and dining are a big part of Italian culture . From the moment I saw the space I knew we had to transform it into something special . It ’ s incredible . I can ’ t wait to invite Liverpudlians and those visiting this amazing city to join me for a negroni .”
Ensuring an air of exclusivity and promising to be a place to see and be seen , access to the Gino D ’ Acampo Secret Garden is through the hotel , with guests directed to the first-floor roof terrace .
The Secret Garden is open from 12pm to 10pm , seven days a week . Guests looking to extend the occasion are invited to continue their evening in Gino ’ s 18th floor 360 Sky Bar and enjoy stunning views across the city until late .
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